66 Comes Up Short in Nationwide Qualifier

There aren't too many days when a 66 doesn't feel like a good round. Unfortunately in Monday qualifiers a 66 doesn't always guarantee you a spot in the field. It took a 7 under 64 to get through the qualifier at the Players Club at Deer Creek. I struggled most of the day finding a swing I felt comfortable with. Luckily my short game, mostly the putter, were there to pick up the slack. A bogey free 5 under round was a good score considering my ball striking and the semi windy conditions. I am disappointed with not qualifying but pleased with the way I was able to gut out a solid number and give myself an outside shot of qualifying. I want to thank Larry and Brenda Ricks along with my uncle Rob Van Cleave for coming out to watch the action in Omaha. It was also great to have my Dad caddie for me today, it's always nice to let somebody else carry the load. Unfortunately I don't get too many home games playing on the Gateway Tour so it is always nice to get close to home for a tournament. I'm back to the Gateway Tour this week as we play Wigwam and Hillcrest in a 3 day event. Follow the scoring at the Gateway Tour website: http://www.thegatewaytour.com/

Thanks for checking in, I will be in touch later this week

Matt