Oakland Golden Grizzlies Kick Off Spring Season at Bentwater Intercollegiate
The Oakland University men’s golf team begins its spring campaign this week at the Bentwater Intercollegiate, hosted by Sam Houston State at Bentwater Country Club in Montgomery, Texas. The 54-hole tournament gets underway Monday, February 9, with two rounds, followed by the final round on Tuesday. A shotgun start is scheduled for 8 a.m. CT each day.
A Competitive Field Awaits
Fourteen teams will be vying for the title, including Baylor, Central Arkansas, East Texas A&M, Houston Christian, Incarnate Word, Oakland, Ohio, Prairie View A&M, Sam Houston, SE Louisiana, Southern, Tarleton State, Texas Southern, and VCU. This marks Oakland’s first appearance in the Bentwater Intercollegiate.
Golden Grizzlies Building Momentum
Oakland enters the spring season with positive momentum, having faced Ohio and VCU during the fall portion of their schedule. The Golden Grizzlies outperformed Ohio at both the Golden Grizzlies Intercollegiate and the Purdue Fall Invite, besting the Bobcats by three and ten strokes, respectively. While they finished eight strokes behind VCU in the fall, the team is focused on continued improvement.
Horizon League Prospects
The team’s performance in the fall has translated to a strong preseason ranking. Oakland secured a second-place position in the Horizon League Preseason Polls, trailing only Wright State, last year’s champion. With two top-three finishes already under their belt, the Golden Grizzlies are aiming to build on their success this spring.
Oakland’s Lineup at Bentwater
Representing Oakland at the Bentwater Intercollegiate will be Matteo Rocco, Ellis Kinnaird, Luke Kelly, Jack Zubkus, and Brennan Sullivan. The team will tee off on holes four through seven, alongside golfers from Tarleton State and Central Arkansas.
Staying Connected with Oakland Men’s Golf
Fans can follow the action live with stats available on Clippd. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow the team on Instagram and X (@OaklandMGolf).
FAQ
Q: Where is the Bentwater Intercollegiate being held?
A: Bentwater Country Club in Montgomery, Texas.
Q: When does the tournament start?
A: Monday, February 9, with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. CT.
Q: How can I follow the tournament results?
A: Live stats are available on Clippd.
Q: Who is representing Oakland at the tournament?
A: Matteo Rocco, Ellis Kinnaird, Luke Kelly, Jack Zubkus, and Brennan Sullivan.
