Augusta, Mich. – The Aquinas College men's golf team found its rhythm as the WHAC Fall Preview progressed, building toward a strong finish that showcased the Saints' ability to adjust, compete and improve throughout the tournament. After navigating the challenges of Stoatin Brae Golf Club over three rounds, Aquinas put together its most impressive performance when it mattered most, setting the tone for a positive finish and giving the Saints momentum to carry into their next competition.
Results
The Saints continued to show steady improvement throughout the WHAC Fall Preview, finishing sixth out of ten teams at Stoatin Brae Golf Club in Augusta, Michigan, Oct. 4-6.
The Saints carded a three-round total of 959 (+107), finishing just one stroke behind fifth-place Defiance. Aquinas opened the tournament with a 325 (+41) before improving to 324 (+40) in the second round. The Saints saved their best for last, closing the tournament with a 310 (+26), a 15-stroke improvement from their opening round.
UNOH claimed the team title at +26, followed by Cornerstone at +65 and Indiana Tech at +69. Lawrence Tech finished fourth at +70, while Defiance edged Aquinas for fifth at +106.
Individual
Senior Austin Pitsch once again led the Saints, earning a sixth-place finish among the 51 individual competitors. Pitsch opened with an 80 before finding his rhythm in the second round with a 74. He finished the tournament in style, shooting an even-par 71 in the final round.
AJ Bishop followed for the Saints, finishing 25th at +28, while Andrew Kurowski placed 31st at +31.
The Saints' strongest round of the tournament came on the final day, when the team posted a 310. The 15-stroke improvement from the opening round highlighted the team's ability to adjust to Stoatin Brae and finish the tournament with momentum.
Saints Snapshot
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Aquinas finished sixth out of 10 teams.
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The Saints finished +107 for the tournament.
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Aquinas improved by 15 strokes in the final round.
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Austin Pitsch finished sixth individually, leading the Saints at +12.
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The Saints improved in each round: 325, 324, 310.
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Aquinas finished just one stroke behind fifth-place Defiance.
Coach's Comments
"I just want to give our Senior Captain, Austin Pitsch, a special shoutout for a stellar tournament, finishing in sixth overall and leading our team with class all season. As a team, we improved from last year's results, and that's something we can be proud of," said Aquinas head coach Chance Fry.
Up Next
The Saints will look to carry the momentum from their strong finish at the WHAC Fall Preview into their next competition at the Cornerstone Invite on Oct. 12. Aquinas will look to build on its improved performance and continue making progress as the fall season moves forward.
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