LSU Men's Golf achieved a remarkable comeback in the NCAA Division I Championship at OMNI La Costa Resort, shooting an 18-under-par 270 to rise from 27th to a tie for 12th place, securing a spot in the final round. Coach Jake Amos praised his team's determination, as they overcame a 17-shot deficit after the first two rounds. Freshman Dan Hayes led the charge with a record-setting 64, moving up 84 spots on the leaderboard and achieving LSU's lowest round in NCAA Tournament history. The Tigers had a combined total of 28 birdies for the day and are only three shots off the cut for the top eight teams.

By the Numbers
  • LSU shot an 18-under-par 270, the best round of the day by nine shots.
  • Dan Hayes scored 8-under 64, marking the lowest round in LSU NCAA Tournament history.
State of Play
  • LSU is tied for 12th place at 2-over 866 after three rounds.
  • The team is just three shots away from the top eight cut line, currently held by Duke at 1-under par.
What's Next

LSU will compete in the final round on Monday, with a clear game plan to maintain their aggressive play and energy levels, starting at hole 10 at 10:41 AM PT. The outcome will determine if they advance further in the championship.

Bottom Line

LSU demonstrated resilience and talent, proving they are a formidable contender in the NCAA Championships. The unwavering spirit and skill showcased by the team highlight their potential to continue pushing forward in the competition.