UTICA, NY – The SUNYIT men's golf team opened its spring season with a sixth place finish at the Utica College Invitational, which was held at the par-72 Hidden Valley Golf Course this past Saturday.

Sophomore Chris Pace (Cortland, NY/Cortland) led the way, shooting a 42 on both the front and back to post an 84 on the day.  Senior Rich Hickel (New Hartford, NY/Mohawk Valley CC) shot an 88, while classmates James Willey (Middleville, NY/Mohawk Valley CC) and Ryan Darling (Jordan, NY/Jordan-Elbridge) both carded an 89.  Senior Adam O'Brien (Skaneateles, NY/Cayuga County CC) finished with a 90 to round out the Wildcats, who finished the day with a score of 350.

Saint Lawrence University won the event with a team score of 315, while Utica College and Nazareth College were tied for second with a score of 325.  SUNY ESF "Team A" took fourth with a 340 and SUNY ESF "Team B" took fifth with a 342 to round out the top five.

The Wildcats will be back in action this Wednesday when they travel to compete in the Hamilton College Invitational.  Tee time is set for 11:00 am.