The SMU men's golf team is set to compete in the Desimone Invitational at Lake Merced Golf Course in Daly City, California, from March 9-10. The tournament features a strong field of 15 teams, including 10 ranked in the top 50, with notable participants such as Arizona, Texas, and UCLA. Will Sides leads the Mustangs with a 70.41 scoring average and has recently triumphed at the Jones Cup, adding to his prior victories. Both Sides and teammate Zachary Kingsland have made significant rankings in the PGA Tour University, further solidifying their competitive edge.

By the Numbers
  • 15 teams participating, including 10 in the top 50 nationally.
  • Will Sides boasts a team-leading scoring average of 70.41.
  • Sides is ranked No. 14 and Kingsland No. 27 in the PGA Tour University rankings.
State of Play
  • The SMU men's golf team is coming off strong performances with two individual titles last season.
  • Will Sides is currently one of two Mustangs ranked among the top 30 in PGA Tour University.
What's Next

The Mustangs aim to build on their recent success at the Desimone Invitational, potentially improving their standings in collegiate rankings. Continued strong performances from Sides and Kingsland could see them rising further in the PGA Tour University rankings.

Bottom Line

As the Mustangs head into this crucial tournament, their track record of recent victories and rankings positions them as strong contenders in a competitive field, emphasizing their growth and potential for future successes.