The No. 6 LSU Men’s Golf team finished tied for third at the Pauma Valley Invitational with a total score of 13-under 839. The event took place at the par-71, 7,311-yard Pauma Valley Country Club. Junior Jay Mendell was the standout for LSU, securing a T4 finish after shooting a three-under 68 in the final round. Freshman Dan Hayes also had a strong performance, finishing T12 with a five-under 66 on the last day. The team's overall performance highlighted both individual talents and challenging conditions.

By the Numbers
  • Jay Mendell finished with a total score of -7 (65, 73, 68) for the tournament, averaging 2.75 on par-three holes.
  • Dan Hayes recorded a five-under 66 in the final round, achieving a T12 finish at -4 (73, 70, 66).
State of Play
  • LSU’s team performance tied them with No. 3 Florida for third place, both finishing at -13.
  • Top teams included No. 15 Tennessee and No. 20 Georgia Tech, both finishing at -16.
What's Next

LSU will look to maintain momentum as they head into their next tournament, where they will aim to improve upon their strong showing at Pauma Valley. Continued development from freshmen like Hayes is crucial for future competitions.

Bottom Line

The LSU Men’s Golf team demonstrated resilience and talent throughout the Pauma Valley Invitational. Key performances from Mendell and Hayes suggest a promising trajectory for the remainder of the season, with potential for higher placements in upcoming tournaments.