Xavier University Athletics
Tuesday, September 24
Lincoln, Neb.
9 a.m. ET
Xavier University
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Git-R-Done Invitational
A.J. Wilhelm Leads Xavier to Fourth-Place Finish at Git-R-Done Invitational
09.24.24 | Men's Golf
Individually, A.J. Wilhelm placed fourth with a score of 207 (-6)
Xavier University put forth a solid performance at the 2024 Git-R-Done Invitational, held in Nebraska at Firethorn Golf Club, finishing 4th with a team score of +6. In a highly competitive tournament featuring teams like Sam Houston State and South Alabama, Xavier stood out thanks to consistent play from its top golfers, battling tough conditions across all three rounds.
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TOP PERFORMERS
- Â A.J. Wilhelm led the Xavier squad with an impressive individual score of -6. Wilhelm's consistency across all three rounds (-2, +1, -5) kept Xavier in the hunt for a top-three finish. His performance earned him a 4th place individual finish, showcasing his talent and potential in the final round.
- Carson Bellish also delivered a strong outing with a score of -3. Bellish carded rounds of -1, -2, and an even-par to bolster Xavier's team score, showing his ability to maintain calm under pressure.
- Kellen Dean finished at +5, contributing rounds of +2, +2, and +1. Though the course presented challenges, Dean's steadiness played a key role in keeping Xavier competitive in the team standings.
- Leo Walling and Mason Witt rounded out the team with scores of +12 and +16, respectively. Walling had a tough third round but showed flashes of strong play, particularly in his second-round score of -1.
TEAM OVERVIEW
- Xavier's collective effort, especially in the final round, helped them overcome early deficits and finish with a respectable +6, just behind Louisiana and Nebraska [A]. Sam Houston State dominated the tournament, finishing at -22, but Xavier's tenacity and skill set them apart in the middle of the pack.
- The Xavier team will look to build on this momentum heading into The Grier Jones Shocker Invitational, having proven they can compete with the best teams in the region.
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