EAST LANSING, Mich. -- North Dakota junior Alex Robb fired an opening-round 72 today at the season-opening Fossum Invitational, hosted by Michigan State at Forest Akers West Golf Course.

Robb's two-under 72 had him tied for fifth place through the first 18 holes of the nation's longest-running collegiate golf tournament.

The Chanhassen, Minn., native slipped slightly in the second round, carding a 77 that has him tied for 21st place heading into the final 18 holes tomorrow.

The host Spartans lead the 12-team field by three shots over IUPUI, and by four strokes over Oakland.

UND is in 10th place.

Tennessee State's Cameron Scitern is the clubhouse leader with a 142 (72-70). He holds a one-shot lead over Michigan State's Matthew Moseley.

The 44th annual Fossum Invitational concludes on Sunday, with the final round beginning at 9 a.m.

~ Go Sioux ~