The University of Detroit Mercy men's golf team secured a second-place finish at NKU's Jewell Invitational, with standout performances from several players. The Titans finished with a total score of 871 (287-285-299) on the par 71 course, highlighting a season-best round of 285. Graduate senior Bavake Sihota and junior Mason Sokolowski both finished in the top five, contributing significantly to the team鈥檚 strong showing. This marks the Titans' best finish since the Bucknell Invitational in fall 2019. The team鈥檚 performance included a total of 39 birdies and a strong average on par 4鈥檚 and par 3鈥檚.

By the Numbers
  • UDM scored 871 (287-285-299) for a runner-up finish.
  • Bavake Sihota tied for third place with a score of 214 (70-70-74).
  • Mason Sokolowski finished fourth with a score of 215 (68-72-75).
  • Three Titans finished in the top 20, including Ethan Oblak, who tied for 18th with a 221 (74-69-78).
  • The team logged 39 birdies, tying for second place in the event.
State of Play
  • UDM achieved its best finish since the 2019 Bucknell Invitational.
  • The Titans will compete at the Wright State Invitational on April 12-13 before heading into the Horizon League Championship.
  • UDM showed strong averages on par 3's and par 4鈥檚, performing among the top teams.
What's Next

As the Titans prepare for the Wright State Invitational next week, they aim to maintain their momentum heading into the Horizon League Championship. Continued improvement in player performance and consistency will be key factors in their upcoming competitions.

Bottom Line

The University of Detroit Mercy's men's golf team exhibited notable progress with their strong runner-up finish at NKU, showcasing talent that bodes well for future competitions. Their performance, particularly on par holes, highlights the potential for success in the upcoming Horizon League Championship.