The Hawaiʻi Hilo Men's Golf team narrowly missed qualifying for the NCAA Division II Championships, finishing tied for seventh at the South Central/West Regional, just two shots shy of a team berth. Dylan Bercan secured an individual spot by tying for fourth place with a three-day total of three-under par 213. His final round score of 68 propelled him into the national spotlight, marking him as the third Vulcan to qualify for the Championships. The team’s combined scores of 287, 293, and 289 resulted in a final five-over total, falling short despite strong performances. The competition for team qualifications was fierce, with Bercan representing Hawaiʻi Hilo in the upcoming National Championships set for May 18-20 in Boulder City, Nevada.

By the Numbers
  • Dylan Bercan finished tied for fourth with a score of -3 (74–71–68).
  • Hawaiʻi Hilo finished tied for seventh with a total team score of +5 (287–293–289).
State of Play
  • The Vulcan team opened strong, tied for sixth after the first round.
  • They dropped to 11th after the second round but finished with the second-best score on the final day.
What's Next

Dylan Bercan will compete individually at the NCAA Division II Men's Golf Championships scheduled for May 18-20, seeking to further elevate his performance on a national stage.

Bottom Line

The close miss for team qualification highlights the competitive nature of NCAA golf, while Bercan’s individual success serves as a promising beacon for the program's future in national tournaments.