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The Wheeling Men’s Golf team is gearing up for a promising season under new Head Coach Thadd Obecny. With a mix of newcomers and strong performance at the MEC Championships, the Cardinals are looking to qualify for the regional stage. Standout players like Sean Dobson and Zak Collins have made significant impacts, and as they prepare for the spring season, the team aims to continue building on their success.
Wheeling Welcomes a New Era for Men’s Golf Team
The city of Wheeling is buzzing with excitement as the local Men’s Golf team enters an invigorating new chapter under Head Coach Thadd Obecny. With a fresh roster that includes six newcomers, this season looks promising for the Cardinals, who are eager to enhance their performance and make a mark in the upcoming spring season.
A Strong Start at MEC Championships
Recently, the Wheeling Cardinals finished in a commendable fourth place at the Mountain East Conference (MEC) Men’s Golf Championships. This performance illuminates the team’s potential and lays the groundwork for their aspirations of qualifying for the regional stage. From the very beginning, Coach Obecny set a clear challenge for the team—to compete at the conference level—and boy, did they rise to the occasion!
Consistent Performances Throughout the Season
Kicking off the season with a strong start, the Cardinals secured a fourth place finish at their very own Wheeling Invitational. While they faced a hiccup with a non-top 10 finish at the Golden Eagles Invitational, the team showed remarkable resilience and rebounded nicely. They improved their standing with a seventh place finish at the Stonewall Invitational and even bettered that by finishing fifth at the Hannastown Invitational.
The apex of their season came at Pitt-Johnstown, where they achieved their season-best performance by placing third out of 17 teams and recording their best three-round score of 862. These experiences have surely set the stage for the upcoming MEC Championships.
Outstanding Performance at the MEC Championships
Wheeling entered the MEC Championships with momentum and didn’t disappoint, taking first place after just the first 18 holes with an impressive score of 297. Two of their golfers went under par, giving the Cardinals a four-stroke lead. However, in a twist of fate, Glenville State surged in the second day, and Wheeling slipped to third place after a score of 310.
Not to be deterred, the Cardinals improved their score by eight strokes on the final day, concluding the championships with a total of 909. This spirited effort exemplified their growth and determination to compete at a high level, making their supporters proud.
Standout Players Making Waves
Sean Dobson proved to be a standout performer for the Wheeling team, leading in three out of five tournaments this season, with an impressive average score of 73.18. He recorded four rounds under par, showcasing his skill with a personal tournament best score of 208 at the Sunnehanna Invitational, where he also set a single-round record of 67.
Budding talent Zak Collins shined at the MEC Championships, earning All-Tournament honors by finishing fourth. Starting with a strong round of 71 (-1) and finishing with an even par score, he has positioned himself as a key player in the team’s lineup.
Moreover, freshman sensation Elias Ekenes-Fosback made his mark, finishing in the top 20 at the Conference Championship. With his steady performances and an average round score of 77.24, he has been a valuable addition to the starting four in all tournaments.
Looking Ahead to the Spring Season
The stellar results at the MEC Championships have propelled the Wheeling Men’s Golf team into discussions for the 2026 NCAA DII Atlantic Regional Championships, a target they haven’t reached since 2022. As they gear up for the spring season, the team is determined to ride this wave of motivation and push towards qualifying for the regionals.
With coaches and players all pulling in the same direction, Wheeling’s Men’s Golf team is ready to enhance their performance and make a strong push in the upcoming competitions. The community of Wheeling is excited to support their local athletes as they embrace this new chapter in their golfing journey!
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