When | Sep. 21-23

Where | Des Moines, IA

Tournament | Drake Invite

Macomb, IL - The Western Illinois Men's Golf team continues their season at the Drake Invite on Sunday, Sep. 21, through Tuesday, Sep. 23. This is the second of four tournaments for the Men's golf team this fall. 

Returning Big Names

Western Illinois returns three players from last year's squad. Bayden Hubacher and Nathan Tillman highlight the three returners. Hubacher and Tillman played in all four events last season. The final returner is a Burlington, IA native, Mateo Rascon. Rascon also played in all four events from the previous season, with his best finish being a tie for 18th at the OVC Championships. The Leathernecks also welcome back Johnston, IA native Owen Howe, who tied for 38th at the OVC championships. Maverick Schwabe returns to WIU after placing 29th at the OVC Championships. 

New Faces 

Easton Korell comes to WIU from New Sharon, Iowa, where he placed first for the Western Iowa Junior Open with the River Valley Golf Club. The Leathernecks also welcome Julian Ramon Ortiz, who comes from San Luis Potosí, Mexico. 

Golf Course 

The Blue Hen Invite is played at the White Clay Creek Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware. Rounds one and two take place on Monday, and round three takes place on Tuesday. 

Competition

Drake, Eastern Illinois, Houston Christian, Indian Hills, North Dakota, North Dakota State, Northern Iowa, South Dakota, Iowa, Western Illinois
 

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