The West Chester University men's golf team is set to compete in the Dr. Edwin B. Cottrell Invitational starting Monday afternoon at Penn Oaks Golf Club. The first round tees off at 1 p.m. and the second round follows on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. This annual event honors Dr. Edwin B. Cottrell, the esteemed former golf coach who passed away last year at the age of 103. West Chester looks to improve following a seventh-place finish at their last outing, the Battle at Rum Pointe.

By the Numbers
  • West Chester shot 298 in the first round and 304 in the second at the Battle at Rum Pointe.
  • William Hilton finished 21st with a score of five-over (74, 75; 149).
State of Play
  • The tournament features 12 teams, including rivals from the PSAC and other regions.
  • West Chester fields two squads, with key players leading both teams.
What's Next

After the Cottrell Invitational, West Chester is scheduled to compete in the Cecil C. Spadafora Invitational at Indiana Country Club next week.

Bottom Line

The Golden Rams aim to honor the legacy of Dr. Cottrell while striving for improved performance, making this event crucial for both competitive results and team morale.