At the Mountain East Conference Spring Classic, the California (PA) men's golf team secured second place behind Glenville State, showcasing strong performances from juniors Chaz Ekoniak and Jacob Pedley. The team achieved a four-over 572 score, with a tied lowest final round of even-par 284 among participants. Ekoniak finished tied for second individually, while Pedley also earned a top-10 finish, contributing to the Vulcans' overall success against a competitive field of 17 teams.

By the Numbers
  • California (PA) shot a total of 572 (288-284).
  • Chaz Ekoniak scored 138 (69-69), tying for second individually.
  • Jacob Pedley finished with 142 (72-70), placing seventh overall.
  • Glenville State won with a total score of 564 (278-286), leading by eight strokes.
State of Play
  • The Vulcans tied for the best team score in the final round.
  • Individual performances included an ace by Nixen Erdely and an eagle from Gavin Goodrich.
What's Next

The team will compete next at the 61st-annual Cecil C. Spadafora Invitational on April 14-15 at Indiana Country Club, aiming to build on their recent success.

Bottom Line

The strong finish at the MEC Spring Classic highlights California鈥檚 competitive potential this season, particularly with standout players like Ekoniak and Pedley showing consistent performances. The upcoming tournament presents an opportunity to continue their momentum.