MADISON, - The Millsaps Men's Golf team was playing again in the Millsaps Collegiate on Sunday, the first day of the tournament.

The Majors pushed out to a big lead on the first day. Millsaps had a 17 stroke lead at the end of day one, infront of William Carey University.

"Today was perfect for scoring conditions," comments Head Coach Eddie Brescher. "I am very proud of the way we have started this tournament.  Our guys have worked very hard this fall and the results are starting to show."

Performances on the first day from freshman Ryan Henry led the team with an impressive 69, which was good enough for a share of the lead with Centenary. Henry also leads the tournament in Par 4 scoring and Pars, while being in second in Birdies and Par 3 scoring, and 4th in Par 5 scoring. 

"Henry is playing some great golf for his teammates right now," explains Coach Brescher. "He is hitting the ball very well and showing some signs of great things to come. His putting has improved over the past few weeks, which is why we are seeing some great scores from him."

Henry was joined atop the leader board by teammates sophomore Lewis Peters and junior Chris Patton, who were in third and sixth places respectively. 

Peters lead the tournament in Par 5 scoring and eagles made, and was 2nd in Par 3 scoring.

"I am very glad Peters played well today," remarks Coach Brescher. "He has been struggling with his game early in this semester, but we all know he is a great player and has a world of talent. It took him a little while, but he is in top form and we expect to see him continue his great play tomorrow."

Patton also lead the tournament in eagles made, 4th in Par 5 scoring and 9th in Par 3 and Par 4 scoring.

"We are happy with our start, but we still have another day to play," say Coach Brescher. "Our guys have the capability to win this tournament and we expect them to do just that when tomorrow is in the books."