Wake Forest Men’s Golf Team Shines in NCAA Championship
CARLSBAD, Calif. — As the competition heats up at the NCAA Championship, the Wake Forest men’s golf team has showcased grit and determination, completing the second round of stroke play with a strong performance that puts them in a three-way tie for 15th place.
Key Highlights from Round Two
The Demon Deacons begin tomorrow’s third round right on the cutline, sharing the spotlight with formidable teams like Vanderbilt and Texas A&M. Only the top 15 teams at the end of the weekend will advance to Monday’s final stroke play round, and the Deacs look poised for a spirited battle.
Marshall Meisel: A Star on the Rise
In an impressive showing, senior Marshall Meisel scorched the course with a five-under performance, tying for the lowest single-round score of the day. Meisel’s day began with a bang, nailing birdies on his first two holes. After a minor setback with a bogey on hole 14, he rebounded magnificently, carding four more birdies and ending with a flawless streak of 13 bogey-free holes. Currently, he stands at 2-under par, tied for 12th place overall.
Team Contributions
Sophomore Kyle Haas added stability with an even-par 72, notching his second counting round of the week. Meanwhile, teammate Tom Haberer faced challenges with a four-over 76, leaving him at six-over for the tournament. Rounding out the lineup were senior Scotty Kennon and junior Jakob Melin, both finishing the day with a five-over 77.
What’s Next for Wake Forest?
Looking ahead to the crucial third round, Wake Forest will tee off at 2:50 p.m. ET, starting on hole No. 1 alongside Texas A&M. As the team prepares for another day on the course, anticipation runs high for what lies ahead.
Insights from Coach Haas
Reflecting on the day’s play, Coach Haas said, “We had the low round of the afternoon wave, which is always a great thing. Heck of a round by Marshall with a 67. We’re in a good spot heading into tomorrow. We need to play a solid round again and stay close to that top eight cut line. It looks like we will play in the afternoon because of the tiebreak, which could be a good thing. Go Deacs!”
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Day Two Team Scores
Here’s how the teams stacked up after Round Two:
| Rank | Team | Round One | Round Two | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arizona State | 286 (-2) | 277 (-11) | 563 (-13) |
| 2 | Oklahoma | 280 (-8) | 286 (-2) | 566 (-10) |
| 3 | Auburn | 286 (-2) | 282 (-6) | 568 (-8) |
| … | … | … | … | … |
| T15 | Wake Forest | 296 (+8) | 292 (+4) | 588 (+12) |
Join us as we anticipate another exhilarating round from the Wake Forest men’s golf team, hoping for stellar performances and a shot at advancing to the finals. Go Deacs!
