Annapolis, Md. – Julia Calomiris of the Towson University Golf team finished in first place at the completion of the 2021 Navy Spring Invitational. 

Calomiris shot one-over, 73 in the second round to finish with a total score of 153 (+9). This the first top finish of her collegiate golfing career. This victory also marks the Tiger's first top-finisher since 2014 when Emma Hjarne finished first at the DSU Spring Invitational (April 5-6, 2014).  

As a team, Towson finished in second place out of five teams behind only Delaware State. The team accumulated 660 strokes (+84) at the end of 36 holes. The Hornets finished with six less strokes (+78). 

Jordan Cornelius and Madison Barber ended tied for 11th place as they both ended with 169 total stokes (+25). In the final round, Cornelius carded nine-over, 81, while Barber shot 13-over-par (85). 

Jayla Kang shot 17-over in the second round to end the tournament with a score of 173 (+29). 

Rounding out the team, Faith McIlvain ended tied for 19th as she carded 13-over, 85 on Saturday. The freshman ended with a two-round final of 174 (+30).  

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"The ladies are looking to peak at the right time as we gear up for the conference tournament," head coach Shannon Briggs said. "There were tough conditions, playing in cold temperatures and high winds all day yesterday. Julia really preserved and managed herself all tournament not getting too high or too low on the course. She brought forth a real positive mindset and that will be an asset to her game going into conference play.  

"We plan on taking the lessons of the season and capitalizing on the opportunities ahead," Briggs said. "Very proud of this team and their ability to manage and adapt when needed. More to come!" 

NEXT UP  

Towson will compete in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championship from Sunday, April 11 through Tuesday April 13 to end the 2021 spring campaign. The 54-hole event will be held at the Grandover Resort in Greensboro, N.C.