Manning Atop Leaderboard

Manning Atop Leaderboard

ELGIN, S.C. -- Former Augusta State standout Major Manning fired a four-under 68 and moved into a tie for the lead in Saturday’s third round of the Capitol Chevrolet & Hyundai Classic at Woodcreek Farms Golf Course.

Manning, who began the day two shots back of halfway leader Gary Woodland, posted seven birdies against four bogeys after making just one bogey through the first 36 holes. He birdied three of his last five holes and stands at 16-under 200 (65-67-68).

Manning is tied with Andrew Dresser of Carrollton, Texas, while Josh Teater and Brennan Webb sit two shots off the lead in a tie for third at 14-under 202. Tyler Leon, Alex Hamilton, Ed McGlasson and Luke Hart are all tied for fifth, three shots back at 13-under 203.

A two-time All-America selection at ASU in 2005 and 2007 as a sophomore and senior, respectively, Manning is in search of his first victory as a professional.

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