The Colorado Buffalo men’s golf program shares its second summer update, highlighting academic achievements and recent performances. Two players, Parker Paxton and Jackson Rivera, received NCAA Division I Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar honors. Additionally, the team earned the GCAA's PLATFORM Golf Team Academic Award with a record-high cumulative GPA of 3.42. Several players also qualified for upcoming amateur tournaments, continuing their competitive streak in the golf community.

By the Numbers
  • Parker Paxton: 3.310 GPA; Jackson Rivera: 3.600 GPA, both honored as All-America Scholars.
  • Team GPA of 3.42, representing the highest in program history.
State of Play
  • Brandon Knight and Tyler Long qualified for the U.S. Amateur starting August 10, with notable scores of 63 and 69, respectively.
  • Current Buff players actively participating in events, including the CGA's Amateur at Sonnenalp Golf Club.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the CGA's Super-Senior Amateur Championship is on August 11-12, followed by the Western Championship on August 27-29. The Buffaloes will kick off their intercollegiate season at the Vuori Invitational, hosted by San Diego State from September 14-15. Players will continue to compete and showcase their skills in various amateur events leading to these championships.

Bottom Line

The Colorado Buffalo men's golf team not only excels in academics, reflecting a strong program culture, but also maintains a competitive edge in amateur tournaments. These achievements underscore the promising future of the team's upcoming season and the talent within the program.