NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico - Idaho women's golf is tied for fourth after 36 holes at the Hawkeye-El Tigre Invitational. The Vandals posted a 14-over 302 Friday, in the second round. Sophomore Valeria Patino led the way with an even-par 72 to climb into a tie for 12th at 4-over for the tournament. Freshman Vicky Tsai is still the top Vandal performer, tied for seventh at 2-over.
Patino led a trio of Vandals who showed marked improvement in the second round. Senior Michelle Kim shot a 4-over 76 Friday, a team-best six-stroke improvement from her first round.