Riley Kirk's final-round score of 71 (-1) led the Stan State men's golf team to a sixth-place finish at the CCAA Championships in Stockton, California. The team finished with a three-round total of 893 (+29), outperforming the ranked CSU Monterey Bay. Kirk finished individually at 13th place with a score of 220 (+4), while teammate Owen Bascom tied for 16th at 222 (+6). Chico State clinched the championship, winning after a tiebreaker against CSU San Bernardino. The next step for the teams is awaiting NCAA Division II West/South Central Regional selections on April 25.

By the Numbers
  • Stan State's total score: 893 (+29) across three rounds (305-295-293).
  • Riley Kirk's tournament score: 220 (+4), finishing in 13th place.
State of Play
  • Chico State and CSU San Bernardino finished tied for first at 868 (+4), with Chico State winning on the third playoff hole.
  • Cal State San Marcos secured third place with a total of 870 (+6).
What's Next

The NCAA Division II West/South Central Regional team selections will be announced on April 25, determining the next competitive landscape for qualifying teams.

Bottom Line

Stan State's strong performance in a competitive field highlights their potential as contenders for the upcoming NCAA Regional, emphasizing the importance of continuing to build momentum heading into the next phase of the season.