SMU men's golf team climbed to 10th place out of 30 teams during the second round of the Goodwin tournament at Stanford Golf Course. The Mustangs posted a score of six-over par after an impressive first-round performance of five-under. Currently, BYU and UCLA lead the tournament at 12-under par, with four teams one stroke behind. Will Sides continues to be a standout, maintaining strong form with an even par round, placing him in a tie for 13th overall. The Mustangs will complete the tournament on Saturday, aiming to improve their positioning.

By the Numbers
  • SMU is currently 10th with a total score of +1 after two rounds.
  • Will Sides is in a tie for 13th with a score of -3 for the tournament.
State of Play
  • BYU and UCLA are tied for the lead at 12-under par.
  • The Mustangs shot a six-over par during the second round, moving down from a tie for fourth place.
  • Four teams are within one stroke of the leader, indicating a competitive field.
What's Next

The Mustangs will conclude their participation in the Goodwin on Saturday, teeing off at 9:05 am CT. They will compete alongside Cal, Oregon, and Utah, aiming to enhance their standings in the final round.

Bottom Line

With strong individual performances, particularly from Will Sides, SMU has the potential to climb back in the rankings if they maintain consistent play in the final round. The competitive nature of the field emphasizes the challenge ahead for the Mustangs.