The University of Houston Men's Golf team finished seventh at the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational, led by sophomore Hsuan-Yi Chen, who shot a career-low 66 in the final round to tie for 19th. Chen's impressive performance included four birdies and an eagle, achieving this in a bogey-free round. Junior Grant Doggett also performed well, posting a final round of 72 to finish tied for 14th. North Carolina secured the team championship with a score of 810, significantly ahead of the competition.

By the Numbers
  • Hsuan-Yi Chen achieved a career-low score of 66, surpassing his previous best of 68.
  • Junior Grant Doggett finished tied for 14th at 9-under 207.
State of Play
  • Houston's team stood seventh with a total score of 847.
  • The top six teams included #16 North Carolina, #6 Oklahoma State, #14 Pepperdine, #4 LSU, #26 Notre Dame, and #23 Georgia.
What's Next

After the Augusta Invitational, Houston will compete at the Tar Heel Intercollegiate on April 11-12 before heading to the Big 12 Championships on April 27-29. The Cougars aim for their sixth consecutive appearance in NCAA Regionals, taking place from May 18-20 across various locations.

Bottom Line

The Cougars' performance reflects substantial individual talent but may need to elevate team consistency for future successes, particularly as they prepare for crucial upcoming tournaments.