Duncan tied for 53rd after first-round 70

Tyler Duncan

HOUSTON — It was a steady Thursday for Tyler Duncan, who recorded 16 pars on his way to an even-par 70 in the opening round of the Cadence Bank Houston Open.

The Columbus North graduate bogeyed No. 1 and birdied No. 9 at Memorial Park Golf Course. He is tied for 53rd place.

Alex Noren, Aaron Wise, Tony Finau and Tyson Alexander share the first-round lead at 5-under 65.