Josh McCartain has been named the Big Sky Conference Player of the Year, with three other Vandals receiving All-Conference honors. McCartain achieved this after finishing in the top 13 in eight of his team's tournaments, including a runner-up performance at the Battle for Idaho. He is ranked 375th in the Scoreboard by Clippd rankings with a 71.1 scoring average. Sam Johnson, Dalton Dean, and Joe Sykes also received accolades, with Dean securing his first All-Conference recognition. The Vandals are set to compete in the Big Sky Championship soon, entering as the highest-ranked team.

By the Numbers
  • McCartain finished in the top 13 in eight of ten tournaments.
  • He has a 71.1 scoring average this season.
  • Dean had four top 25 finishes, including a 15th place at the Palouse Collegiate.
  • Johnson has earned All-Big Sky honors three times now.
State of Play
  • The Vandals will kick off the Big Sky Championship at the Wigwam Gold Course in Arizona.
  • McCartain will lead the team as the No. 1 golfer.
  • The team includes four seniors and one sophomore in their lineup.
What's Next

The Vandals are gearing up for the Big Sky Championship, looking to capitalize on their strong season performance. A good showing in the championship could lead to further individual and team accolades.

Bottom Line

With McCartain's standout season and solid support from his teammates, the Vandals are poised for success in the upcoming championship. Their collective performances could set the foundation for future recognition and accolades for both the players and the program.