Furman University men's golf team made a significant leap from fifth to second place at the Southern Conference Championship, competing at the Solina Golf Club. Currently at +8 after two rounds, three Furman golfers are within the top 14, with sophomore David Oliver IV leading the charge at +1. Oliver, who scored a 72 with four birdies, is just six strokes off the individual leader, while teammates Harris Barth and Clark Akers sit tied for 14th. Chattanooga leads the field with a comfortable 11-stroke advantage as the final round approaches.

By the Numbers
  • Furman sits at +8, trailing Chattanooga by 11 strokes.
  • David Oliver IV is tied for 10th with a two-day total of 143 (+1).
  • Harris Barth and Clark Akers are both at +3, tied for 14th.
  • Chattanooga leads at -3 after two rounds.
State of Play
  • The final round starts at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, with inclement weather expected.
  • Furman will tee off at 11:20 a.m. alongside Chattanooga.
  • The team champion earns an automatic berth to the NCAA Regional.
What's Next

The Paladins aim to improve their score and close the gap on Chattanooga in the final round. Strong performances from key players like Oliver and Barth will be critical to secure the championship title and the automatic NCAA bid.

Bottom Line

Furman's second-place position heading into the final day highlights the team's competitive spirit; sustained performance from its top golfers is essential to win the SoCon Championship and earn a shot at the NCAA Regionals.