Junior Vairana Heck and sophomore Eila Galitsky have been recognized as Golfweek Honorable Mention All-Americans, marking a significant achievement in their collegiate golf careers. Under coach Kalen Anderson, this recognition contributes to his total of 58 All-America honors accrued over 19 seasons. Both players also earned Second Team All-SEC accolades this season, with Galitsky boasting a notable scoring average of 71.76 and leading the team in several key metrics.

By the Numbers
  • Galitsky achieved a team-best 71.76 scoring average with five top-10 finishes.
  • Heck recorded a 71.86 scoring average and had seven top-20 finishes in 10 starts.
State of Play
  • The Gamecocks have produced multiple All-Americans for 11 consecutive seasons.
  • Galitsky is ranked No. 10 and Heck is No. 117 in the World Amateur Golf Rankings.
What's Next

Both players will likely continue to build on this recognition as they prepare for the upcoming competitive season, potentially enhancing their rankings further.

Bottom Line

This achievement not only highlights the individual talents of Heck and Galitsky but also underscores the sustained excellence of the Gamecocks' golf program under Kalen Anderson, ensuring they remain competitive on a national level.