Longwood men's golf team remains in a strong position in the Big South Championship, tied for third after the second round at Ocean Creek Golf Course. Matthew Hartley leads the team with a competitive performance, shooting a two-under 69, which ties him for first overall in the tournament. Longwood's team total stands at 573 (+5), placing them two strokes behind High Point and seven behind leader Presbyterian.

By the Numbers
  • Longwood's two-round total: 573 (+5).
  • Matthew Hartley's score: 68-69—137 (-5), tied for first.
  • Cameron Hardison's total: 71-72—143 (+1), tied for 11th.
State of Play
  • Longwood is tied with USC Upstate, both at +5 for the tournament.
  • Conditions were challenging with wind gusts up to 30 mph and temperatures in the 50s.
  • Hartley scored five birdies in his first nine holes despite the difficult weather.
What's Next

Longwood will continue its pursuit for the championship during round three on Monday morning, focusing on maintaining their competitive edge amidst a tightly packed leaderboard.

Bottom Line

With solid performances from key players, Longwood has positioned itself for a potential comeback in the final round, demonstrating that every stroke counts in this tightly contested championship.