Story by Coach Bob Long
     The Chillicothe Lady Hornets Golf team traveled to Cameron Monday for the MEC tournament at Cameron Memorial Golf Club. Chillicothe placed fifth in the eight team event with a score of 430.
     Smithville received top honors with a team score of 362. Senior Hannah Leamer of Chillicothe placed seventh with a round of 97. Leah Shipley of Smithville collected medalist honors with a score of 87.
     Hannah got off to a rough start, shooting 53 on the front side before reaching her stride and posting 43 on the back. All three of the holes she pared were on the back. This makes the fourth tournament in a row Hannah has received a medal.
     Morgan Dowell continues to play solid golf and shot 105, including a par on the 5th hole. Junior Grace Venner's short game helps her keep her score under control and entered a score of 106 on the day. Lauren Mason shot a 123 and Kaylee Thieme a 124 to complete the hornet squad.
     Golf is a humbling sport at times and the Lady Hornets continue to anticipate their best rounds are ahead of them. Hannah Leamer didn't give up after a few obstacles got in her way, and was able to post a respectable score. Morgan Dowell is consistently entering good scores and improving her game. Grace Venner plays her best under the pressure. The Hornets travel to Brookfield and Lawson this week, before hosting districts next Monday.