MARYVILLE, Mo. — Southwestern College's men's and women's golf teams delivered strong performances at the Graceland University Spring Invitational, competing in a two-round event Friday and Saturday at Mozingo Lake Golf Course.
On the men's side, the Moundbuilders narrowly missed out on a team title after finishing tied for second with a 36-hole total of 627 (319-308) before falling in a playoff to place third overall.
Jordan Clancy led the way for Southwestern, carding rounds of 75-75 for a 150 total to finish tied for first individually. Clancy ultimately placed second after dropping a playoff. Cameron Surles also turned in a strong performance, shooting 75-76 (151) to finish tied for third.
Christian Campbell rebounded from an opening-round 84 to shoot 74 in the second round, finishing with a 158. Sydney Schrant posted rounds of 85-83 (168), while Mitchell Lehman rounded out the lineup with a 177 (92-85).
The women's team was highlighted by a runner-up finish from Lauren Kelly, who improved by seven strokes between rounds with scores of 86-79 for a 165 total. Jodi Keener added rounds of 94-93 (187) for Southwestern.
The Moundbuilders will return to action April 6-7. The men will compete in the Midwest National Invitational hosted by Kansas Wesleyan University, while the women will travel to the Bethany College Classic.