The Wheeling University Men's Golf team finished fifth at the MEC Spring Classic after improving their score by five strokes. Sophomore Zak Collins earned First Team All-MEC honors, finishing 10th overall with a two-day score of 144 (+2). Graduate student Sean Dobson, who finished seventh, narrowly missed First Team recognition, while Troy Loughry received Honorable Mention All-MEC with a final score of 146 (+4). The team also achieved a noteworthy performance from the B team, climbing to 10th place overall. Next, the Cardinals will compete at the IUP Invitational on April 14th.

By the Numbers
  • The team recorded a two-day total of 581, finishing fifth overall.
  • Zak Collins finished 10th with a score of 144 (+2), while Sean Dobson was seventh with an even score of 144.
State of Play
  • The team's improvement by five strokes in the second round secured them a higher finish.
  • The B team finished in the top 10, shooting a combined score of 605.
What's Next

The Wheeling University Men's Golf team will look to build on their recent success at the IUP Invitational on April 14th, aiming to replicate their strong performances from the MEC Spring Classic.

Bottom Line

The team's ability to secure three All-MEC honors highlights their competitive spirit, making them a squad to watch as they continue their season. Their upward trajectory indicates potential for further success in upcoming tournaments.