Princeton’s Emma Talley had a two over par 74 in her first round of the US Women’s Open Thursday at Shoal Creek, outside of Birmingham. Talley is seven shots behind three golfers who share the lead at five under par.
At the PGA Tour’s Memorial Tournament, Franklin’s Kenny Perry had a one over 73 in his opening round, with Louisville area native Justin Thomas firing a 72. JB Holmes had a two under par 70. Three golfers share the lead at seven under 65.