By: Clint Neumann
PITTSBURG, Kan. – The University of Sioux Falls men's golf team competed at the Tommy Riggs Collegiate Invitational, held March 30–31 at Crestwood Country Club in Pittsburg, Kan. Due to injury and illness, the Cougars did not field a full team and competed with individuals only, limiting their ability to post a team score.
Despite the circumstances, Sioux Falls saw steady individual performances across the three-round event, highlighted by consistent scoring from Charlie Hanson and Ryan Nutter. Both golfers battled through challenging conditions on the 6,889-yard, par-72 layout, providing a competitive showing against a deep field.
Tournament Snapshot
- Top Cougar Finish: Charlie Hanson – T-40 (+17, 77-77-79=233)
- Lowest Round: 77 (Charlie Hanson – Rounds 1 & 2)
- Tournament Champion: Central Oklahoma
- Number of Teams: 17
How It Happened
With a limited lineup, the Cougars focused on individual consistency throughout the tournament. Hanson led the way early, opening with a 77 in round one and matching that score in round two to remain steady on the leaderboard. He capped his tournament with a 79 in the final round, maintaining his position as USF's top finisher.
Nutter followed a similar trajectory, carding rounds of 80, 81, and 80 across the three rounds. His consistency helped him navigate a demanding course setup that challenged players with tight scoring margins and difficult greens. Jadan Ford competed in the opening round, posting an 80 before being unable to continue the remainder of the event.
Top Cougar Performers
Hanson delivered the top performance for Sioux Falls, finishing tied for 40th overall with a three-round total of 233 (+17). His back-to-back rounds of 77 highlighted his ability to stay composed and competitive throughout the event, particularly during the opening two rounds.
Nutter finished with a 241 (+25), showing resilience across all three rounds. His steady play and ability to limit big numbers kept him in contention within the individual standings. Ford contributed in round one with an 80, providing additional depth for the Cougars despite not completing the tournament.
Cougar Scorecard
Charlie Hanson – T-40 – 77-77-79 – 233
Ryan Nutter – T-67 – 80-81-80 – 241
Jadan Ford – N/A – 80-NA-NA
Up Next
Sioux Falls returns to action at the Augustana Invitational, set for April 6–7 at Elmwood Golf Course in Sioux Falls, S.D., where the Cougars will look to return to full strength and compete for a team score on their home course.
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