NCAA
Season Overview
The NCAA Men's Golf 2024-2025 season is set to be an exciting and competitive year, with teams from across the country participating in various tournaments leading up to the NCAA Championships. The season is divided into fall and spring schedules, each featuring a series of prestigious events.
Fall Schedule
The fall schedule for many teams includes several notable tournaments. For example, the University of Oregon men's golf team will participate in the Sahalee Players Championship at Sahalee Country Club in Sammamish, Washington, on September 7-8. They will also compete in the Husky Invitational at Aldarra Golf Club in Sammamish, Washington, on September 23-24, and the Ben Hogan Collegiate Invitational at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, on September 30-October 1[1]. Duke University's men's golf team will start their season with the Sahalee Players Championship as well, followed by their home event, the Rod Myers Invitational, held on September 22-23 at the Duke University Golf Club. They will then travel to Warren Golf Course in Indiana for the Fighting Irish Classic on October 6-7.
Spring Schedule
The spring season kicks off with several high-profile tournaments. Oregon will begin at the Amer Ari Intercollegiate at Mauna Lani Golf Club in Waikoloa, Hawaii, on February 6-8. This event is significant as it marks the spring season opener and has seen the Ducks record impressive scores in previous years[1]. Following this, teams will participate in events such as The Prestige at PGA WEST Greg Norman Course in La Quinta, California, on February 17-19, and the Bandon Dunes Championship at Bandon Trails in Bandon, Oregon, on March 9-11. The Duck Invitational, hosted by Oregon at Eugene Country Club, will take place on March 24-25, where the Ducks have consistently performed well in recent years[1]. Other key events include The Goodwin at Stanford Golf Course on March 27-29 and the Western Intercollegiate at Pasatiempo Golf Club in Santa Cruz, California, on April 14-16. The Big Ten Championships will be held at Baltimore Country Club from April 25-27, marking an important milestone in the season.
NCAA Regionals and Championships
The NCAA Regionals will be conducted from May 12-14, with six regional tournaments determining the 30 qualifying teams and six individuals who will advance to the NCAA Championships. The top five teams and the top individual not on those teams from each regional will advance to the finals[5]. The NCAA Men's Golf Championship will be held at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California, from May 23-28. The tournament format includes four rounds of stroke play, followed by match play to determine the team national champion. The top eight teams after 72 holes of stroke play will compete in match-play quarterfinals and semifinals, with the finals taking place on May 29[.
Championship Format and Broadcast
The championship will feature live coverage on the Golf Channel, with detailed broadcast schedules for each day of the competition. The format includes three days of stroke play from May 25-27, followed by an additional day to determine the top eight teams and the individual champion. Match play will then decide the team national champion.
Teams and Competitors
The NCAA Championships will see 30 teams and six individual golfers competing. Last year's defending champion, Florida, and the 2023 individual titleholder, Fred Biondi, will be among the competitors. The event promises to be highly competitive, with teams and individuals vying for the top honors in men's golf.
Final Preparations and Expectations
As teams prepare for the NCAA Championships, they will be focusing on their performance in the regional tournaments and fine-tuning their skills for the final competition. The season has been marked by strong performances from various teams, and the championships are expected to be closely contested. Fans and supporters will be eagerly watching the events unfold, anticipating another thrilling conclusion to the NCAA Men's Golf season.