Keiser Men’s Golf Shines at NAIA National Championship
The No. 1-ranked Keiser University men’s golf team concluded their stellar 2024-25 season with a commendable fourth-place finish at the 73rd Annual NAIA Men’s Golf National Championship, held at the picturesque **TPC Deere Run** in Silvis, Illinois. This marked an impressive achievement as it represents Keiser’s seventh consecutive year competing within the top five at the NAIA national stage.
Championship Overview
Competing against a vigorous field of 29 teams, the Seahawks finished with a 15-over total score of **867** (289-281-297). They trailed behind formidable opponents, including **Lindsey Wilson University**, who clinched the coveted Red Banner with a commanding score of **+10 (862)**. The tight contest saw Keiser lag just five strokes behind the champions, finishing just behind **Oklahoma City** (+12, 864) and **Wayland Baptist** (+14, 866).
Star Performers
Leading the charge for the Seahawks was Nateesh Ganesh, who delivered a stellar performance, finishing **sixth** with a score of **2-under (211)**. This remarkable finish marks Ganesh’s fourth top-10 placement this season and earned him a well-deserved spot on the NAIA All-Tournament Team.
Season Highlights
The Seahawks completed the season with four tournament victories and seven top-2 finishes. Among their triumphs was securing their fourth Sun Conference Championship, complemented by individual accolades including the conference’s **Golfer of the Year**, awarded to William Brun Solum, and the **Freshman of the Year**, Adam Buchanan.
Performance Breakdown
Top Performers from Keiser
Nateesh Ganesh (-2) (69-70-72, 211) (6th Place)
- Named to the NAIA All-Tournament Team
- Made a remarkable 38 par putts
- Recorded eight birdies and one eagle
Adam Buchanan (+5) (75-69-74, 218) (T-21st Place)
- Secured 32 par putts
- Achieved nine birdies
William Brun Solum (+10) (73-72-78, 223) (T-43rd Place)
- Led the team with 13 birdies
- Recorded a 3-under on Par 5s
Yann Ferrando (+10) (72-70-81, 223) (T-43rd Place)
- Posted two eagles, leading the field
- Carded a solid 27 par putts
Iver Sokhan-Sanj (+12) (75-77-73, 225) (T-54th Place)
- Clinical execution with nine birdies
Final Standings
In a fierce battle for the top spots, the final leaderboard of the tournament showcased the following teams:
- 1. No. 4 Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) (+10)
- 2. No. 2 Oklahoma City (+12)
- 3. No. 8 Wayland Baptist (+14)
- 4. No. 1 Keiser (+15)
- T5. No. 9 MidAmerica Nazarene (+20)
- T5. No. 3 Dalton State (Ga.) (+20)
- 7. No. 17 Bellevue (Neb.) (+21)
- 8. No. 5 OUAZ (+27)
- 9. No. 12 The Master’s (Calif.) (+28)
- 10. No. 6 Texas Wesleyan (+31)
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