Georgia Tech's men’s golf team faced a narrow 3-2 defeat against Florida State in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Atlantic Coast Conference Championship. Despite strong performances from Hiroshi Tai and Kale Fontenot, who both secured wins, the Yellow Jackets ultimately fell short as FSU claimed victories in the final two matches. The back-and-forth match had Georgia Tech leading at one point, but Florida State regained control to advance. Georgia Tech will now await its NCAA regional tournament selections on May 6.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia Tech led 2-1 after matches from Fontenot and Tai.
  • The match was held at Shark’s Tooth Golf Club, a par 72 course measuring 7,199 yards.
State of Play
  • Georgia Tech ranked 21st, while Florida State was ranked 25th.
  • This loss marks the 47th appearance for the Yellow Jackets at the ACC Championship.
What's Next

Georgia Tech will find out its placement in the NCAA regional tournaments on May 6, with competitions scheduled for May 18-20 at various sites across the U.S.

Bottom Line

The match highlighted Georgia Tech's competitive spirit, but ultimately underscores the need for consistent performance in key moments as they prepare for the upcoming NCAA regionals.