WASHINGTON – The Georgetown University men’s golf team is gearing up for the 41st Annual Georgetown Intercollegiate. This exciting event will take place at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield, New Jersey, on October 13-14. It’s a two-day tournament with a par-71 course stretching 7,202 yards and will feature teams from 11 different schools.
Golf fans can keep up with live scores on GUHoyas.com.
Meet the Hoya Players
- The Hoyas are bringing five players to the tournament.
- Barnes Blake will lead the team.
- Alan Rose will be in the second position.
- Freshman Drew Schauenberg takes the third spot.
- Another freshman, Carson Erick, will play fourth.
- CJ Winchenbaugh rounds out the team in the fifth slot.
Tournament Details
- Besides Georgetown, teams like Cornell, Harvard, and Villanova will be competing.
- The event kicks off with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. on Monday. After two rounds, a final round will commence on Tuesday at 8 a.m., with players teeing off from both the first and tenth holes.
Player Highlights
- Barnes Blake is a standout golfer, recently finishing tied for second at three-under par. He had impressive rounds of 69, 71, and 73, marking his second runner-up finish this season.
- In another tournament in Annapolis, Blake secured second place again, shooting rounds of 68, 70, and a final round of 72.
- The Hoyas welcomed two newcomers this season: Carson Erick and Drew Schauenberg.
What’s Next?
After this tournament, the Hoyas will head to the ODU/OBX Intercollegiate in Okatie, North Carolina, from October 26-28 at Kilmarlic Golf Club. Live stats will be available on GUHoyas.com.
In recent years, college golf has seen notable growth in competitive levels. According to a report by the NCAA, participation in college golf has increased by 20% over the last decade. This has led to higher visibility for players and more investment in programs.
So, keep an eye on the Hoyas this season, as they aim to build on their success and foster fresh talent on the course!
