The Arkansas State men's golf team captured its third Sun Belt Conference Championship by defeating Coastal Carolina 4-1. This victory secures an automatic bid to the NCAA Championships after a strong performance throughout the league tournament, culminating in match play. A-State entered the final match as the No. 2 seed, finishing stroke play at 11-under par 853. Coach Mike Hagen praised the team's resilience, particularly highlighting key wins by junior Jake Lile and junior Milan Reed. The Red Wolves are now set to find out their NCAA Regional location next Wednesday.

By the Numbers
  • A-State finished the conference championship with a 54-hole total of 11-under par 853.
  • The team achieved a program record for single-season stroke average at 281.73.
State of Play
  • The team is coming off its third Sun Belt Championship in recent years, underscoring their growth.
  • The Red Wolves have four tournament victories and three runner-up finishes in ten events this season.
What's Next

A-State will learn its NCAA Regional destination on Wednesday, with a viewing party planned at The Social in Jonesboro. This will mark the team's eighth NCAA Regional appearance, increasing expectations for postseason success.

Bottom Line

The Red Wolves鈥� recent success highlights their competitive spirit and skill, setting the stage for a promising showing at the upcoming NCAA Championships. Their ability to perform under pressure will be crucial as they aim to make a mark at the national level.