The Ferris State men's golf team finished day one of the NCAA Division II Midwest/Central Super Regional tied for ninth place with a team score of nine-over par (297). Currently, only four strokes separate the teams from third to ninth place. Winona State leads with a score of 284, followed by Grand Valley State at 286. Individual standout Ben Miller shot a five-under par 67, tying for first overall, while his teammates showed varied results. The second round is set to begin Friday at 10 a.m. ET, with the Bulldogs teeing off around 12:30 p.m. ET.

By the Numbers
  • Ferris State's team score: 297 (9-over par)
  • Ben Miller's score: 67 (5-under par, tied for 1st)
  • Only 4 strokes separate teams in 3rd to 9th place
Yes, But

While Ferris State is in the mix for advancing to the NCAA D2 National Championships, they will need consistent performance in the next rounds, especially given the tight competition trailing closely behind them on the leaderboard.

State of Play
  • 8 teams, including Ferris State, are tightly grouped within 4 strokes of each other.
  • Ben Miller's exceptional performance puts him in a strong position individually for the tournament.
What's Next

The Bulldogs must maintain or improve their standings in the second round, where their ability to capitalize on weaknesses in nearby teams will be critical for securing a spot among the top four advancing to the national championships.

Bottom Line

Ferris State faces a pivotal challenge ahead in the upcoming rounds, and they must leverage their current momentum, particularly Ben Miller's standout play, to reach the NCAA D2 National Championships.