Farmington, Pa. – The No. 3-ranked University of Findlay women's golf team opened play at the Intercollegiate at Nemacolin on Monday, Oct. 19, taking the team lead after the first 18 holes at Mystic Rock Golf Course at Nemacolin Resort. Hosting the three-day, 54-hole event, the Oilers carded an even-par team score of 288 to lead a competitive 10-team field.

Findlay sits atop the leaderboard following the opening round of a tournament featuring six nationally ranked teams inside the top 25. With 36 holes remaining, the Oilers hold a 14-stroke lead over the rest of the field.

Freshman Lillian O'Grady led the Oilers with a two-under-par round of 70, good enough for a spot in solo first place. O'Grady carded a 34 on the front nine before finishing with a 36 on the back nine to pace Findlay's lineup.

Ashleigh Duflo also turned in an even-par round of 72, placing her in a tie for second individually. Duflo finished with a 37 on the front nine and a 35 on the back nine to help the Oilers establish their lead.

Ellie Yeazell and Emma Myers each posted rounds of 73, finishing one-over-par and tied for fourth place. Yeazell recorded a 35 on the front nine and a 38 on the back nine, while Myers carded a 36 on the front nine before closing with a 37.

Rounding out Findlay's team lineup was freshman Chaille Payne, who finished with a five-over-par 77. Payne carded a 37 on the front nine and a 40 on the back nine. The Oilers' four lowest scores of 70, 72, 73 and 73 combined for the team's even-par total of 288.

Competing as individuals, Gracie James recorded an 82 (+10), while Mia Ringger carded an 83 (+11) in the opening round.

Findlay will return to Mystic Rock Golf Course for the second round on Tuesday, Oct. 20, looking to maintain its lead in its home event. The tournament will conclude Wednesday, Oct. 21, following 54 holes of competition.