Eagles Shine at Augusta: Horne’s Stellar Play Highlights 17-Under Performance
The Georgia Southern men's golf team excelled at the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational, finishing with a 17-under-par 847. Sophomore Thomas Horne shone with a career-low final round of 65, tying for the lowest 54-hole score of the tournament, despite ending in a playoff for second place. The Eagles demonstrated their competitive edge in a strong field, which included eight teams ranked in the top 50 nationally, and delivered solid performances throughout the tournament.
By the Numbers- Georgia Southern shot a 17-under-par 847 across three rounds.
- Thomas Horne recorded a total score of 201, the fifth-lowest in program history.
- Horne led the field with 20 birdies during the tournament.
Despite their strong showing, the Eagles’ opening round was slower than desired, which ultimately kept them from a top-five finish in the tournament.
State of Play- The Eagles finished second overall at the Augusta event with notable performances from all team members.
- They've achieved back-to-back 847 scores after a solid 822 earlier this spring.
Georgia Southern will conclude its regular season on April 13-14 by hosting The Ford Collegiate, where they will compete against a field featuring several top-ranked teams.
Bottom LineThe Eagles showcased their potential against a tough field and are building momentum as they head into their final tournament of the regular season. Continued strong performances may solidify their standing as a competitive force moving forward.
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