Will Sides secured his third individual title of the season with a co-victory at the Lewis Chitengwa Memorial, marking the fourth win of his career. Despite finishing third as a team, SMU men's golf showcased strong performances, trailing only No. 2 Virginia and No. 25 Florida State. Sides efficiently overcame a two-shot deficit with impressive back-to-back birdies, finishing without a major misstep throughout the tournament. Freshman Ben Steinmann also excelled, moving into fourth place overall, contributing to the team's solid standing. The event sets the stage for their upcoming participation in the ACC Championship.

By the Numbers
  • Will Sides' season scoring average is now 69.59, a 0.41 improvement over the next best Mustang average.
  • SMU finished the tournament at 23-under par, trailing only Virginia and Florida State who had scores of -39 and -26, respectively.
State of Play
  • SMU's best round was a 13-under score in the second round, after starting the tournament in second place.
  • Ben Steinmann secured his second top-five finish of the season, improving from a tie in the standings through the final round.
What's Next

The SMU Mustangs are gearing up for the ACC Championship in Panama City, Florida, scheduled from April 23-27. With last year's performance reaching the match play quarterfinals, expectations are high for this year.

Bottom Line

Will Sides' ongoing success positions him as a standout player in Mustang history, while SMU's team depth demonstrates their potential for future competitions. Maintaining momentum in the upcoming ACC Championship will be critical for both individual and team successes.