The Utah Tech men's golf team is set to compete for its first Division I conference title at the 2026 WAC Men's Golf Championships in McKinney, Texas, from April 27-29. The team, led by Coach Brad Sutterfield in his 14th season, aims to capitalize on recent successes, including seven top-eight finishes in the previous season. The Trailblazers will be represented by juniors Braden Anderson and Ashton McArthur, sophomore Frank Miao, and freshmen David Liechty and Joe Zhou. Following this championship, the Trailblazers will transition to the Big Sky Conference starting July 1, 2026, impacting 14 of their 17 sports.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Tech finished 7th at the 2025 WAC Championships.
  • Liechty leads the team with a scoring average of 71.43, including 16 rounds at par or better this season.
State of Play
  • Utah Tech recently tied for seventh at the UC Santa Barbara Gaucho Invitational with a total score of 879.
  • The Trailblazers are bolstered by Liechty, who secured a tie for fourth place individually at minus-4.
What's Next

The winner of the WAC Championship will earn an automatic bid to the 2026 NCAA Division I Men's Golf Regionals, taking place May 18-20. This presents a critical opportunity for the Trailblazers to showcase their growth and competitive edge before transitioning to the Big Sky Conference.

Bottom Line

As Utah Tech pursues its first D-I conference title, the performance at the WAC Championships will not only define the immediate future but set the tone for its integration into the Big Sky Conference, highlighting the need for strong individual and team efforts.