Little Rock Men's Golf kicked off the NCAA Regional at Bermuda Run Country Club, finishing the opening round with a 14-over-par team score. Senior Ed Featherstone and freshman Viggo Talasmaki led the Trojans, both shooting 1-over-par 72s in a challenging field featuring seven top 40 teams, including No. 3 Virginia and No. 10 Ole Miss. Talasmaki showcased his talent with four birdies, while Featherstone matched him with a strong performance on the back nine. The team is determined to advance as the top five teams qualify for the NCAA Championships.

By the Numbers
  • Little Rock scored 14-over-par in the opening round.
  • Featherstone and Talasmaki both shot 1-over-par 72s.
State of Play
  • Little Rock is currently ranked No. 47 nationally.
  • The team seeks to improve ranking after capturing its second straight Ohio Valley Conference championship.
What's Next

The Trojans aim to climb the leaderboard in the final two rounds of the regional, with a focus on securing a top five finish to qualify for the NCAA Championships.

Bottom Line

The team's performance in the opening round highlights their resilience and potential, paving the way for a promising continuation in the NCAA Regional competition.