Stanford men's golf, ranked No. 15, embarks on the NCAA Championship Finals for the fourth time in five years, competing at Omni La Costa Resort from May 29 to June 3. The Cardinal aims to advance past the 72 holes of stroke play, starting Friday, and seeks their first match play appearance since winning the national title in 2019. They secured their spot by finishing second at the Columbus Regional, with performances from key players like Ethan Gao and Jay Leng. The lineup features three golfers ranked in the top 150 nationally.

By the Numbers
  • Stanford finished 2nd at the NCAA Columbus Regional, shooting 24-over.
  • The NCAA Championship field includes 30 teams, 17 ranked in the top 20.
State of Play
  • Stanford has a strong lineup led by No. 50 Jay Leng, with three golfers in the top 150.
  • The Cardinal is coming off a second-place finish in the ACC tournament and strong individual performances in recent events.
What's Next

As the NCAA Championship progresses, Stanford will need to secure a top-15 finish to advance to the fourth round, subsequently aiming for the match play rounds. With experienced players returning, they are poised for a deep run in the championship.

Bottom Line

Stanford's consistent performances in tournaments and its strong lineup puts them in a favorable position to contend for national honors in the NCAA Championship. A successful stroke play round will be critical for advancing and potentially regaining championship glory.