Freshman golfer David Liechty made history by securing his second individual tournament victory of the season at the Seattle U Redhawk Invitational, held at Chambers Bay. His performance established him as the first Utah Tech men's golfer to achieve double medalist honors in a single season since the program's transition to NCAA Division I. On his way to victory, Liechty tied the school records for both the 36-hole and 54-hole scoring totals, showcasing remarkable skill during the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • David Liechty shot an 8-under 64, the second-lowest 18-hole score in Utah Tech's NCAA era.
  • His final score of 200 tied the program's record for 54-hole totals, previously set in 2019.
State of Play
  • Utah Tech placed 10th overall in the team competition with a total score of plus-20 884.
  • The team had a strong start, shooting even par 288 in the first round before falling to seventh by the end of day one.
What's Next

Utah Tech will conclude its regular season with participation in the UC Santa Barbara Gaucho Invitational next week, likely looking to build on recent successes and improve team standings.

Bottom Line

David Liechty's record-setting win not only elevates his personal accolades but also continues to enhance Utah Tech's golfing reputation in the NCAA Division I landscape. His achievements could inspire further success for the team in upcoming tournaments.