May 22, 2002

Auburn, WA - University of Memphis Lady Tiger golfer Meaghan Francella is tied for 81st after two rounds of the NCAA Championships at Washington National Golf Club. The sophomore posted a score of eight over par 80 and trails the leader by 17 strokes entering Thursday's third round.

Duke's Virada Nirapathpongporn is the individual leader after shooting a four under par 68 on Tuesday and a three under 69 on Wednesday.

Arizona continues to hold the team lead at 581. Duke is in second place at 587 while Georgia and Oklahoma are tied for third with scores of 588. Florida rounds out the top five with a 589

The four round competition goes on through May 24.

MEMPHIS INDIVIDUAL SCORES: T81 Meaghan Francella 74-80--154