The University of Minnesota men's golf team finished 10th at the Bell Bank Pay It Forward Collegiate in Litchfield Park, Arizona, wrapping up with a score of 8-over-par (872). Marquette took first place, finishing 21-under-par, while Emil Riegger of Maryland led individually with 10-under-par. Sophomores Chun-Ta Wu and Torger Ohe were the top performers for the Gophers, both scoring 1-under-par (215), which tied them for 22nd place overall.

By the Numbers
  • Gophers final score: 8-over-par (872)
  • Marquette's winning score: 21-under-par
Yes, But

While the Gophers showed improvement with notable performances, some players, including Ryan Stendahl, struggled, highlighting areas needing attention for future tournaments.

State of Play
  • Chun-Ta Wu and Torger Ohe each finished 1-under-par, leading the Gophers' efforts.
  • Senior Jack Wetzel had a strong showing with a final score of 1-over-par (217), tying for the most birdies among the team.
What's Next

The Gophers will next compete at the Robert Kepler Intercollegiate in Columbus, Ohio, on April 11-12, aiming to build on their performance from this tournament.

Bottom Line

Despite finishing 10th, the Gophers demonstrated strong individual performances, particularly from Wu and Ohe, providing a foundation for growth as they prepare for upcoming competitions.