Kentucky men’s golf finished seventh at the Watersound Invitational, with key performances from Jacob Settles and Jack Schoenberger contributing to the team’s overall score of 5-under par for the tournament. The Wildcats matched their best performance of the spring season, achieving a stroke total of 835 - the fourth lowest in 54 holes since the 2001-02 season. Despite dropping to seventh after being third at one point, they outperformed notable SEC rivals, including No. 11 Alabama. Settles placed tied for seventh individually, marking his best finish, while Schoenberger secured a tied 14th finish. The team aims to build on this momentum for the upcoming Colleton River Collegiate.

By the Numbers
  • Kentucky finished 5-under par with a total score of 835 over three rounds.
  • Jacob Settles recorded a personal best, placing tied for seventh at 5-under par, while Schoenberger tied for 14th at 2-under par.
State of Play
  • Kentucky's final round score was 2-over par, leading to a team drop from third to seventh.
  • The Wildcats excelled against SEC rivals, finishing ahead of No. 11 Alabama and Mississippi State.
What's Next

The Wildcats will compete next at the Colleton River Collegiate, scheduled for March 1-2, presenting another opportunity to build on their recent results and gain experience in competitive play.

Bottom Line

Kentucky’s seventh-place finish marks a significant step forward, with key individual performances boosting team morale and providing valuable experience ahead of future competitions.