Adelphi University's Francis Lanuza secured the individual title at the Charger Challenge, leading his team to a second-place finish. The Panthers finished with a total score of 21-over, four shots behind the winners, Post University. Lanuza shot even par overall, with standout rounds of 71 and 73 at Spook Rock Golf Club. Freshmen Zeus Sara and Ike Rothman tied for sixth place, both showing significant improvement in their second rounds. The team's focus now shifts to the upcoming NCAA Regionals, where they are seeded first in the East Region.

By the Numbers
  • Adelphi finished the tournament at 21-over par.
  • Lanuza shot even par, with rounds of 71 and 73.
  • Sara and Rothman both finished at seven-over, tied for sixth.
Yes, But

Despite Lanuza's individual success, the team fell short of first place, highlighting a need for consistent team performance across all players in future tournaments.

State of Play
  • Lanuza marked his second individual win of the season.
  • Adelphi is preparing for the NCAA Regionals, starting May 7.
  • The team is the No. 1 seed in the East Region.
What's Next

Adelphi will compete in the NCAA Regionals at Sunnehanna Golf Club, aiming for a top-three finish to qualify for the finals in Boulder City, starting May 18.

Bottom Line

The Panthers need to leverage Lanuza's strong performance to elevate the entire team's game as they head into critical regional competition for a shot at national qualification.