The SUU Men's Golf team finished their 2025-26 season in seventh place at the WAC Championship Tournament, held at Stonebridge Ranch in McKinney, Texas. Coach Richard Church expressed disappointment over the finish but acknowledged the team's competitive spirit throughout the season. The Thunderbirds scored a total of 915 across three rounds, with standout performances including Charlie Gillespie, who secured 19th place with a score of 226 (+10). The team demonstrated skill with 27 birdies and two eagles, while Gillespie led the tournament in pars with 37.

By the Numbers
  • Thunderbirds finished seventh overall with a total of 915 (303, 307, 305).
  • Charlie Gillespie scored 226 (+10), finishing 19th, with a closing round of 70 (-2).
  • Team made 27 birdies and two eagles during the tournament.
  • Gillespie had 37 pars, the most in the tournament, while Wang led the T-Birds with seven birdies.
Yes, But

While the team showed potential, the seventh-place finish highlights a competitive gap with top-ranked teams, stressing the need for improvement in future seasons.

State of Play
  • Southern Utah ended the season competing against strong conference competition.
  • Tarleton State claimed the WAC Championship title, illustrating the challengers faced by the Thunderbirds.
What's Next

In the wake of this season's finish, the Thunderbirds are likely to focus on refining their skills and strategy to improve performance in upcoming tournaments, potentially seeking new talent through recruitment.

Bottom Line

The Thunderbirds' seventh-place finish serves as both a conclusion and a starting point for growth, emphasizing the need for continued development and consistent performance to compete at a higher level next season.