DJ Waller became the first individual national champion in Bob Jones University golf history, winning a playoff at the NCCAA National Championships in Palm Coast, Florida. The Bruins finished seventh of nine teams after earning an at-large berth, while improving their team score each round.

By the Numbers
  • BJU finished seventh among 9 teams.
  • Waller won after a playoff against OUAZ’s Corley McLernon.
  • The Bruins made their sixth NCCAA championship appearance in 7 years.
  • BJU’s final-round team score was 314, its best of the tournament.
Yes, But

Waller’s historic title stood out, but the team’s seventh-place finish fell short of coach Denny Scott’s hoped-for top-five result. Gusty winds challenged the field, and BJU’s first-round score left the team with too much ground to make up.

What’s Next

The Bruins will close their fall season at the Eagle Invitational, hosted by Alice Lloyd College, next Monday and Tuesday.

Bottom Line

Waller delivered a milestone for BJU golf, while the team’s steady improvement showed resilience after a difficult start.