Men's Golf Ranks Third, One Round Complete at Golfweek/Stifel Spring Challenge

PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. - Xavier University's golf team turned in an impressive performance at the 2025 Golfweek/Stifel Spring Challenge held at True Blue Golf Club in Pawleys Island, SC. With a solid score of 277 (-11), the Musketeers currently sit in third place overall, just one stroke behind leaders Marshall and Jacksonville State, who are tied at -12.

INDIVIDUAL HIGHLIGHTS

Ray Filter sits in a tie for 9th place after round 1 finishing with a score of -3. He played consistently well, staying under par for the majority of his round with a strong performance on the back nine.
Carson Bellish posted a solid score of -2, tied for 19th, with a steady performance all day.
Zach Burton led the way with a -4 score, he is currently tied for 7th overall. He had a solid opening round with consistent play across the course and key shots that kept him near the top of the leaderboard.
Kellen Dean never got the putter going and finished at +3, tying for 68th. Despite a tough start, Dean will look to bounce back in the coming rounds.
A.J. Wilhelm also finished at -2, tying for 19th, with a very consistent round, including a strong back nine performance to keep the Musketeers competitive.

The Musketeers are within striking distance of the leaders and will look to capitalize on their solid round as the tournament progresses. The team's depth and resilience were on display, with each player contributing valuable shots to keep Xavier in contention.

Par 3s:
- Xavier's average score of 2.96 on Par 3 holes reflects solid play, putting them just behind the top-performing teams, such as Mercer (2.76) and North Alabama (2.88). Their ability to remain consistent on these holes will be crucial as they move into the next rounds.
Par 4s:
- Xavier's team average of 3.98 on Par 4s places them tied for 3rd, alongside Marshall. This is a strong performance, particularly when compared to other top teams like Jacksonville State (3.83) and USC Upstate (3.98).
Par 5s:
- On Par 5s, Xavier shares an average of 4.76, placing them tied for 6th alongside several teams including Mercer, Jacksonville State, and Fairleigh Dickinson. Their ability to score consistently on the longer holes has helped keep them competitive in the overall standings.

ADDITIONAL TEAM HIGHLIGHTS

Birdies: Xavier's total of 20 birdies ties them for 4th overall with North Alabama. This shows their ability to capitalize on opportunities and score low when given the chance.
Eagles: Xavier, along with a few other teams, had a solid number of eagles, further showcasing their ability to perform well on both the shorter and longer holes.

As Xavier looks to build on this performance, they are well-positioned for a strong finish. With only one stroke separating them from the leaders, fans can expect more exciting action as the Musketeers aim for a spot at the top.

Stay tuned as the action continues at the True Blue Golf Club!

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