The High Point University men's golf team competed in the Austin Peay Intercollegiate after a month-long hiatus. The tournament, held at GreyStone Golf Club in Dickson, Tennessee, featured a 54-hole format over two days. Burch Harrison and Carter Pitcairn emerged as the top finishers for the Panthers, both tying for 44th place. Head Coach Logan Davis expressed disappointment over the team's performance, particularly the first-round struggles that set them back significantly.

By the Numbers
  • HPU finished 13th out of 16 teams with a total score of 905 (+41)
  • Burch Harrison and Carter Pitcairn both shot +9 over three rounds, scoring 225 each
Yes, But

While the team faced challenges, Coach Davis noted that the course conditions changed drastically from practice rounds, impacting performance. The team cannot rely on these factors as excuses for their overall score.

State of Play
  • The Panthers had strong individual performances despite the overall team struggles.
  • The team is looking to improve first-round scores in future competitions.
What's Next

The Panthers will next compete in the Wofford Intercollegiate from April 12-14 at the Country Club of Spartanburg in Spartanburg, S.C.

Bottom Line

Improving first-round performances is crucial for High Point鈥檚 future success. The team must focus on consistency to compete more effectively and elevate their standings in upcoming tournaments.