The Wingate University men's golf team is gearing up for the 2026 South Atlantic Conference Championship from April 19-21 at The Preserve at Verdae in Greenville, S.C. Currently ranked No. 5 in the nation and No. 1 in the region, the Bulldogs are aiming for their first SAC title since 2012, after finishing second in last year's event. The championship features a 54-hole tournament format, with the top four teams advancing to medal match play following stroke play. Strong performances from their top-ranked players will be crucial as the team seeks an automatic bid to the NCAA Division II postseason.

By the Numbers
  • Wingate is ranked No. 5 nationally and No. 1 regionally.
  • The championship consists of 54 holes over three days: 36 holes on Day 1 and 18 holes on Day 2.
State of Play
  • Wingate finished second in the SAC championship last year.
  • They have maintained a high-level performance throughout the season, entering the tournament with strong momentum.
  • Top players include Lewis Beeden, ranked No. 1 in the nation, and Brandon Skidmore ranked No. 18.
What's Next

Successful early rounds will be critical for Wingate to position themselves for a championship run. If they secure a spot among the top four teams after stroke play, they will advance to the match play portion of the tournament, which could propel them to the NCAA postseason.

Bottom Line

Wingate's combination of top-tier talent and overall depth makes them formidable contenders for the SAC title, with potential implications for their NCAA postseason aspirations hinging on their performance this week.