Sihan Sandhu secured the individual title at the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational with a decisive birdie on the third playoff hole, contributing to the University of North Carolina's team victory. The Tar Heels, demonstrating exceptional skill, claimed the championship for the fifth time, boasting a performance that included rounds of 18-under 270, 12-under 276, and a record-setting 24-under 264. Their total score of 54-under 810 marked a 15-stroke victory over Oklahoma State and broke the previous tournament record. This win adds to Carolina's accolades under head coach Andrew DiBitetto, further establishing their prowess in collegiate golf.

By the Numbers
  • UNC's winning total of 54-under 810 is the third-best in the program's history.
  • Sihan Sandhu shot a total of 15-under 201, making 16 birdies and only one bogey over three rounds.
State of Play
  • Carolina's 15-stroke victory is their largest margin since October 2023.
  • All five Tar Heels finished the tournament under par, with three in the top five.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Tar Heels will host the Tar Heel Intercollegiate on April 11-12 at UNC Finley Golf Club, aiming to build on this momentum.

Bottom Line

This victory not only cements UNC's status in collegiate golf but also showcases the rising talent of players like Sihan Sandhu, setting a promising trajectory for future competitions.