Overall game was good, but scoring aspect was less than stellar,

I started fast and played well all the way around, except for the last three holes,

I thought I had a real chance at a low score after eagle-birdie, but I never did quite get it close enough after that,

I started fast. I played well all the way around, except for the last three holes.

I think the only negative today - except that I didn't make all the birdies I wanted - is that I let the field get closer,

I think the only negative today ? except that I didn't make all the birdies I wanted ? is that I let the field get closer,