South Alabama men's golf concluded their season with a historic fourth-place finish at the Sun Belt Conference Championship. After 54 holes of stroke play, the team advanced to semifinals, thanks to a clutch par putt by senior Hugo Thyr. Despite a strong effort, they were defeated by Coastal Carolina in the semifinals, ending their season. This year marked a record-breaking performance for the Jaguars, both as a team and individually.

By the Numbers
  • Team stroke average improved to 283.69, breaking the previous record of 289.03.
  • Hugo Thyr finished with an individual stroke average of 69.83, marking the first time a Jaguar had an average in the 60s.
  • The Jaguars recorded a program-high individual tournament score of 833 (-31) at the Trinity Forest Invitational.
  • Four eagles made by the team at the SBC Championship led the tournament field.
State of Play
  • Team displayed resilience amid severe weather, including lightning delays during the final round.
  • Thyr's performance secured a spot for the team in the semifinal match play.
  • Coastal Carolina showcased strong play, winning three out of five individual matches to eliminate South Alabama.
What's Next

The Jaguars await decisions regarding a potential NCAA Regional appearance after their impressive season performance and record-breaking achievements.

Bottom Line

South Alabama men's golf had a remarkable season, showcasing significant improvements and breaking multiple records, hinting at a promising future for the program.