AUBURN, Ala. (May 16, 2014) -- Cory Shitsett fired a second-round 69 to help top-ranked Alabama extend its lead over rival Auburn at the NCAA Men's Golf Southeast Regional.
After two rounds, 'Bama holds a 15-shot advantage over Auburn.
Whitsett is tied for the lead alongside Kennesaw State's Kelby Burton. The 2013 Northeast Amateur winner and U.S. Walker Cup team member opened play with a 71 before putting the Tide on his back in Round 2.
For Auburn, Niclas Carlsson remained hot. He shot a second-round 72 while Will Long contributed a 73 to keep the Tigers in contention at their home course.
Behind the strength of Burton's play, Kennesaw State is in third place.
AmateurGolf.com Rankings
2014 season — official results & points
| Pos | Player | From | Scores | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marco Iten | Switzerl | 71-70-67--208 | 700 |
| 2 | Cory Whitsett | TX | 71-69-72--212 | 500 |
| T3 | Klein Klotz | TX | 76-71-66--213 | 400 |
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