Joe Affrunti, James Hahn and Brendan Steele shot 6-under 66s on Thursday to share the first-round lead in the Nationwide Tour Championship, the last chance for all three to earn 2011 PGA Tour cards through the developmental circuit money list. The top 60 earners qualified for the season-ending tournament at Daniel Island Club. The final top 25 will earn spots on the PGA Tour. Hunter Haas and South Carolina resident William McGirt opened with 67s on the Ralston Creek layout. Colt Knost and Scott Gardiner shot 68s, and money leader Jamie Lovemark topped a group at 69. Read more: Three tied for Nationwide Championship lead - Boulder Daily Camera http://www.dailycamera.com/golf/ci_16464134#ixzz13lodcSgD DailyCamera.com
