Iona Places Tenth At Lehigh University Invitational.jpg

Iona Places Tenth At Lehigh University Invitational

Written By: Talk of the Sound News

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — The Iona College golf program dropped a few spots in the standings on the final day of the Lehigh University Invitational.  The Gaels ended the event in tenth place of 12 teams, finishing with a 621 (+45) score.  Senior Brian Fitzpatrick was the Maroon & Gold’s top performer, placing in a tie for tenth, stroking a 152 (+8).

Freshman Matt Mirocco tied for 14th shooting 153 (+9), and sophomore Devin Delisle found himself just inside the top 20 at 155 (+11).  Sophomore Paolo Matti improved on his first round score to shoot a 161 overall (+17), and senior Alex Anderson finished the tournament at +32.

The host Lehigh University won the event by taking a one-hole playoff against Bucknell. Each team shot 609 (+33).

Iona will not wait out the winter months in preparation for the spring 2017 season.