By: Clint Neumann
EDMOND, Okla. – Competing against a deep field of regional talent, the Sioux Falls men's golf team wrapped up play at the Skip Wagnon Invitational with a 16th-place finish at KickingBird Golf Club. The Cougars finished the three-round event at 877 (+37), turning in scores of 294, 291, and 292 on the par-70 course.
How It Happened
Playing 36 holes on the opening day, USF battled through challenging conditions and a demanding layout that rewarded precision over power. The Cougars posted rounds of 294 (+14) and 291 (+11) before closing with a 292 (+12) on day two to finish with a consistent three-round total of 877 (+37).
Charlie Hanson continued his strong fall campaign, going even par through all three rounds to finish as USF's top scorer. Jadan Ford followed closely with rounds of 74 (+4), 71 (+1), and 75 (+5), while Deven Sehr turned in rounds of 75 (+5), 76 (+6), and 71 (+1).
Ty Lenards added rounds of 75 (+5), 74 (+4), and 77 (+7), and Liam Dufner rounded out the lineup with 79 (+9), 80 (+10), and 76 (+6).
Team Statistics
Team Finish: T-16th
Team Score: 294–291–292—877 (+37)
Low Round: 291 (+11), Round 2
Top Finisher: Charlie Hanson (E, E, E), T-22
Individual Scores
Coach's Corner
"It was a long couple of days for us against some really top-level competition," said head coach Wade Merry. "KickingBird is a golf course that will really test you, and if you aren't at your best, it can be rough. Charlie Hanson had another good tournament—he has been our most consistent player this fall. We've been on the road four straight weeks, so it's going to be nice staying home and hosting our tournament next week."
Course Spotlight – KickingBird Golf Club
Opened in 1971, KickingBird Golf Club is a staple of Oklahoma golf tradition and one of the state's most celebrated public courses. The par-70, 6,964-yard layout, designed by Floyd Farley, has hosted premier events including the Oklahoma Open and the Oklahoma State Amateur. Known for its natural elevation changes, black sand bunkers, and fast, undulating greens, KickingBird challenges every aspect of a player's game while offering scenic views of Edmond's rolling terrain.
Up Next
USF will return home to host the USF Invitational on October 13–14 at Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort in Larchwood, Iowa.
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