Michael Smith and Jim Billiter ended the first Assistant Stroke Play event with a share of the lead. Both posted the only scores below par with 1-under 71 at Royal Hawk Country Club on May 5. Smith, an apprentice at Twin Lakes Golf Course, lit up his front nine with three birdies and added an eagle on the par-5 10th hole. Two double-bogeys in his back nine left him with a 71. Billiter, an assistant professional at Merit Club, also started his round hot, making birdies on three of his first 10 holes. He added one more birdie offset by three bogeys on the back putting him in a tie with Smith for top honors. The pair finished one shot ahead of Indian Hill Club's Chris Green who posted an even-par 72 on the day.

The Illinois PGA thanks Royal Hawk Country Club and staff for hosting this event.