Blake Trimble of Oklahoma City has been named one of the six recipients of the 2026 Dave Williams National Coach of the Year Award for his remarkable leadership with the university's men's golf team. Under his guidance, the Stars achieved seven tournament victories, including their 12th NAIA Men's Golf Championship. Other recipients include Bowen Sargent (Virginia), Brian Richey (Florida Southern), Keenan Hickton (Sewanee), Vince Clark (McLennan), and Lukas Coppedge (Murray State). The awards will be presented at the GCAA National Convention in December. This recognition underscores the outstanding performances and contributions made by these coaches during the 2025-26 season.

By the Numbers
  • Seven victories for Trimble's team, including the NAIA Men's Golf Championship.
  • 12 national championships in NAIA Men's Golf for Oklahoma City, the most of any program.
Yes, But

Trimble's recognition comes as the Oklahoma City men's golf program is set to be discontinued, raising questions about the future of its athletes and recruits.

State of Play
  • Trimble's team won six of their last nine tournaments before the program鈥檚 discontinuation.
  • Florida Southern and Virginia also saw significant achievements, winning their respective NCAA championships.
What's Next

Coaches who received the Dave Williams Award will be recognized during the GCAA National Convention in December, showcasing their successes and contributions to collegiate golf.

Bottom Line

The 2026 Dave Williams National Coach of the Year Award highlights the significant achievement of collegiate golf coaches, marking a pinnacle in their careers and drawing attention to the future challenges faced by programs like Oklahoma City鈥檚.