The Northern Illinois University men's golf team finished 13th at the highly competitive Mason Rudolph Championship, hosted at the Vanderbilt Legends Club. The Huskies scored a total of 886 over three rounds, finishing just ahead of Western Kentucky and five strokes behind 12th-place Princeton. Auburn, ranked #1 in the nation, dominated the tournament, winning by 17 shots. NIU's Conner McCall emerged as the top finisher for the team, tying for 44th place with a score of 221, including a standout round of 69 on Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Huskies posted a 54-hole team score of 886.
  • Conner McCall shot a total of 221, with rounds of 71, 81, and 69.
Yes, But

While the Huskies placed 13th, the competition at the Mason Rudolph Championship featured several top-ranked teams, showcasing the challenges faced in collegiate golf.

State of Play
  • The Huskies achieved their best team score of 291 on Friday, with a seven-over par.
  • Conner McCall led the team with a two-under par in the final round.
What's Next

The team will compete next at the Robert Kepler Intercollegiate, scheduled for April 11-12, hosted by Ohio State at Columbus Country Club.

Bottom Line

Despite finishing 13th, the Huskies demonstrated potential and will aim to build on their performance in upcoming tournaments, particularly with strong individual efforts from players like Conner McCall.