Video and Leaderboard below
By John Shippen Staff (Detroit, Mich.)
Flint native Willie Mack III charged out to a five-stroke lead after firing a 9-under-par 63 in the first round. Amateur Marcus Smith (Rockford, Illinois/Howard University) and Nyasha Mauchaza (Port St. Lucie, Florida/Towson University) are tied for second at 4-under-par 68.
https://www.thejohnshippen.com/past-winners
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- First tee time at 10 a.m., last at 11 a.m. (all groups start on No. 1 tee)Groups will be re-paired after Round 1, with the leaders teeing off last Following play, at approximately 4 p.m., the winner’s trophy presentation will be held at 15 tee. In the case of inclement weather, we will send updated information on the ceremony.
- Course is open to media as well as fans, as part of Detroit Community Days Presented by Jeep.
- Complimentary parking and admission Gates open to fans at 9 a.m.Parking is available at University of Detroit Mercy – McNichols Campus (4001 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221), with complimentary shuttle service to and from Detroit Golf Club from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Food and beverage will be available for purchase on site. The merchandise shop near the front entrance will be open to all fans.