The Chattanooga Mocs men's golf team has had a successful summer, following strong performances in the Southern Conference Championship and NCAA tournaments. The full roster returns, including seniors Camden Braidech and Ward Harris, both recognized as Cobalt Golf All-American Scholars. Harris qualified for the U.S. Amateur, showcasing his talent by tying for medalist honors with a 5-under 65. The Mocs are also recognized academically for maintaining a GPA above 3.0.

By the Numbers
  • The Mocs are one of 175 DI teams to receive the PLATFORM Golf Team Academic Award for a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Ethan Whitaker won the 97th Southeastern Amateur by shooting 13 under for three rounds.
Yes, But

While the team has garnered accolades both academically and athletically, maintaining momentum against stronger competition ahead will be a critical challenge as they prepare for the upcoming season.

State of Play
  • Harris and sophomore Evan Rogers will compete in the prestigious U.S. Amateur at Merion Golf Club starting August 10.
  • The event will feature 312 players, a reduction from over 5,000 entries, highlighting the competitiveness of the field.
What's Next

The Mocs will look to build on their summer success as they enter the new season, leveraging their collective experiences to set new aspirations and improve upon last year’s performance.

Bottom Line

Chattanooga's men's golf team is entering the upcoming season with momentum from individual victories and academic honors, presenting a promising outlook for future competition.