The Gamecocks men's golf team kicked off their season in tournament play with a strong finish this weekend. By posting a final round score of 296 (+8), the men's golf team took home a third place finish at the Carpet Capitol Collegiate. The third place finish tied with the highest mark the golf team has posted in a season-opening tournament.
Gamecocks senior Matt NeSmith led the way, posting his 18th career top 10 finish. NeSmith tied for seventh place overall with a total of 217 (+1) after shooting a final round 74 (+2). His 18th top 10 finish ties him for fourth most in school history.
The future appears bright for the men's golf team if freshman Scott Steven's debut performance is any indicator. He finished 14th overall with the impressive total score of 221 (+5).
Sophomore Keenan Huskey also had a standout weekend, just missing out on a top 20 finish. He tied for 24th overall with a total score of 225 (+9).
Finally, senior Sean Kelly finished 27th overall with a total of 226 (+10), giving the Gamecocks a total of four top 30 finishers.
The next tournament for the Gamecocks takes place on September 28-29 at the Shoal Creek Invitational.