Louisiana Tech's men鈥檚 golf team excelled in the final round of the Linger Longer Invitational, posting a six-under-par 282 to improve three spots and finish 12th overall. The team showcased strong performances, especially from Abel Derksen, who shot a seasonal best of five under (67), including several key birdies. Other notable contributions came from Oskari Schuvalow, who secured an eagle and finished with a round of 69, and Morton Bailey, who recorded a one-under 71. The team鈥檚 performance was particularly impressive given they competed against nine teams ranked in the top 75 nationally.

By the Numbers
  • LA Tech finished the tournament with a total score of 870 over three rounds.
  • Abel Derksen's 67 is tied for the second-lowest score by a Bulldog this season.
State of Play
  • LA Tech climbed past Rutgers, UNC Greensboro, and Jacksonville in the standings.
  • Georgia dominated the event, winning by 21 strokes over Alabama.
What's Next

The Bulldogs will next compete in the Maridoe Intercollegiate in Carrollton, Texas, on March 30-31, seeking to build on their recent success.

Bottom Line

Louisiana Tech鈥檚 impressive comeback in the final round highlights their potential, setting a positive trajectory for the remainder of the season as they prepare for upcoming challenges.