Coastal Carolina Men’s Golf: A Tough Start at the Bremerton Regional
BREMERTON, Wash. – The anticipation was palpable as the Coastal Carolina men’s golf team stepped onto the lush greens of Gold Mountain Golf Club for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Golf Regional Championship. Kicking off their campaign on Monday, the team faced a challenging first round, finishing with a score of 23-over par 311. This puts them in 14th place overall, with two rounds still to play.
Striving for National Glory
The stakes are high at this pivotal tournament, as only the top five teams will advance to the national championship finals in Carlsbad, California. As the Chanticleers regroup, the question remains: can they turn their fortunes around in the upcoming rounds?
Individual Highlights
While the team faced challenges collectively, several players showed flashes of promise:
- Trey Crenshaw (Senior) and Drew Sykes (Freshman) both recorded a score of 5-over par 77, demonstrating resilience in tough conditions.
- Max Bengtsson (Junior) wasn’t far behind, carding a 6-over par 78.
- Trace McDonald (Senior) finished with a 7-over par 79, while Jack Lee (Sophomore) trailed slightly at 9-over par 81.
Regional Leaders
Leading the tournament is Florida, boasting a substantial four-stroke edge over second-place Utah. The Gators fired an impressive 9-under par, while the Utes managed a commendable 5-under par. The standings are tight, with South Florida in third at 1-over, and Colorado and Kansas State tied for fourth at 2-over.
On the individual front, Luke Poulter from Florida and Cooper Schultz of Kansas State share the top spot, both shooting 4-under par. Meanwhile, a contingent of players sits tied at 3-under, making the competition fierce.
What’s Next?
The tension builds as the second round is set to commence on Tuesday, May 13, at 11 a.m. EDT. The Chanticleers are scheduled to tee off at 12:50 p.m. It’s all or nothing for Coastal Carolina, and fans are eager to see how this resilient team responds after a shaky start.
Can the Chanticleers turn the tide and secure their spot in the championship finals? Stay tuned as they head into the next round with determination and grit.
For more updates regarding the tournament, check out the NCAA Website for detailed scores and round-by-round coverage!
