The Colorado Mesa men's golf team remains in contention for the RMAC Championships title after the second round, despite challenging weather conditions that worsened throughout the day. After posting a 7-over 295, they fell two spots on the leaderboard, now trailing Colorado School of Mines by seven strokes and Fort Lewis by just two. Leo Lavalle and Timmy Cavarno led the team with 1-over 73s, while Dylan Everett and Luke Wagstaff also contributed to the scoring efforts. As the tournament nears its conclusion, high winds are expected to impact tomorrow's final round.

By the Numbers
  • Colorado Mesa shot 7-over 295 in the second round.
  • The team is now seven strokes behind Colorado School of Mines and just two behind Fort Lewis.
  • Leo Lavalle is tied for second place, four strokes off the individual lead.
Yes, But

While they are still in contention, the Mavericks’ performance may be impacted by the forecasted high winds for the final round, which pose a challenge for all teams involved. Additionally, four of the seven teams in the tournament are ranked in the top 50 nationally, increasing the competitive pressure.

State of Play
  • Today's round saw increasing wind, reaching gusts of 32 mph.
  • Leo Lavalle recorded a strong finish with birdies on the last two holes.
  • Timmy Cavarno started strong with two early birdies but ended 1-over for the day.
  • The third and final round tee times begin tomorrow morning at 7 am.
What's Next

The Mavericks will need to adapt to potentially severe weather conditions in the final round tomorrow. Key players like Lavalle and Everett will be pivotal in their push to climb the leaderboard and secure a championship title.

Bottom Line

The Mavericks are positioned to challenge for the title, but they must navigate the winds and strong competition in the final round. Maintaining focus and capitalizing on scoring opportunities will be crucial for their success.