The Colorado Mesa Mavericks achieved a historic milestone by winning their first RMAC Championship in men鈥檚 golf at Boulder Creek Golf Club. The championship was decided after play was suspended due to strong winds impacting ball movement on the greens. The Mavericks finished with a total score of 708, securing a narrow victory over CSU Pueblo and Mines, who both finished at 710. Leo Lavalle and Luke Wagstaff were instrumental with strong performances, each shooting 1-under before play was halted. This victory earns Colorado Mesa an automatic bid to the NCAA West South Central Super Regional.

By the Numbers
  • Colorado Mesa's final team score: 708
  • CSU Pueblo and Mines finished tied at 710
  • Leo Lavalle finished the tournament with a score of 173, only one stroke behind the medalist
  • Luke Wagstaff recorded a 1-under 35 over the nine holes played before the halt
State of Play
  • Conditions started calm before wind speeds reached up to 40 mph, leading to play stoppage.
  • All teams completed nine holes before the decision to halt play was made.
  • The Mavericks scored a 144 in the shortened round, crucial for claiming the title.
What's Next

The NCAA is expected to announce the official field for the West South Central Super Regional on Friday. The championship will take place from May 7-9 at The Reserve at Spanos Park in Stockton, California. Colorado Mesa will be aiming to capitalize on this momentum as they prepare to compete at the national level.

Bottom Line

Colorado Mesa's victory marks a significant achievement in the program's history, emphasizing a turning point in their competitive stature within collegiate golf. As they advance to the NCAA Super Regional, the Mavericks will seek to build on their recent success and showcase their potential on a larger stage.