The Rollins men's golf team secured sixth place at the Shark Invitational held at Grande Oakes Country Club, demonstrating solid performances across three rounds. Clarence Chapman III led the charge, finishing with a four-under 209, tied for sixth among 84 players. Andrew Clark and Sean Dobson contributed strong scores, while newcomer Gustav Ordel excelled with a career-high performance. Overall, the Tars finished with an even score of 852, trailing Florida Southern, the event's champion.

By the Numbers
  • Team score: 852 (even par)
  • Chapman: Four-under 209, tied for sixth in individual standings
  • Florida Southern: Champion with an 831 (-21)
Yes, But

While the team performed well, they finished significantly behind Florida Southern, raising questions about their competitiveness as they head into the postseason.

State of Play
  • Overall sixth place finish at the Shark Invitational with 16 participating teams.
  • Upcoming tournament at Barry's Battle at the Shores on March 30, providing another opportunity for improvement.
What's Next

The Tars will compete at Barry's Battle at the Shores next, where they look to sharpen their skills ahead of postseason play and aim for a stronger showing against top competitors.

Bottom Line

As the postseason approaches, the Rollins men's golf team must build on their recent performances and address their competitiveness challenges to maximize their potential in upcoming tournaments.