GAINSVILLE, Fla. – The University of South Alabama men’s golf team finished in fifth place after turning in 851 at the star-studded Sun Trust Gator Invitational, Sunday. The Jaguars (72nd) finished in front of five top-50 teams, including ninth ranked Duke, and near the top with four other top-30 teams.
“Obviously, I am proud of the guys, as the greens were difficult today, but they really closed well,” head coach Ben Hannan said. “The depth of this field shows that we can play with anyone and lets us know that we can play nationally.”
Sophomore Marc-Ettienne Bussieres lead the Jagaurs on the final 18-holes with a scorching three-under par 67. Freshman Jack Hiluta continued his strong play with an even-par 70 as he finished overall with a 209, one-under par. Juniors Daniel Burns and Dan Swomley shot 73 and 78, while senior Jonny Caldwell carded 76.
Florida, ranked 18th in the country, dominated the field with a 20-under par 820 on the way to the team title. The Gators finished 12 strokes ahead of no.15 Florida State (832) and 22 strokes in front of Mississippi State (842). UAB (844) finished in fourth place, while the Jags (851) rounded out the top-five.
“We should have a lot of confidence heading to Orlando so we need to continue to work hard and get better for each tournament this spring,” Hannan added.
South Alabama returns to the course in Orlando, Fla. at the Rio Pinar Invitational, Feb. 24-25.
5 South Alabama 283 – 282 – 286 – 851
T-6 Marc-Ettienne Bussieres 68 – 72 – 67 – 207
T-12 Jack Hiluta 72 – 67 – 70 – 209
T-23 Jonny Caldwell 68 – 69 – 76 - 213
T-57 Daniel Burns 75 – 74 – 73 – 222
70 Dan Swomley 78 – 75 – 78 – 231
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