I think it is safe to say we ALL expected this young team of freshmen and sophomores to make it to state. In fact, there really is no reason they shouldn't have. Three of our 5 had some pretty rough rounds both days, which hasn't happened all season. On top of that, we missed advancing by a mere 10 strokes. Had any of the three played just an "ok" round- not even their very best- we would have sailed through to Austin. Roen rarely has a round in the 80's, and both days had him there. Remi and Trent both struggled big time, and typically at least one of them can be counted on to come in with a mid-80s round.
And to add even more salt to that wound, the other two played some of their best golf.
It took me a long time to see a silver lining in all of this. But when I look back at these two days, one thing I can say for certain is that both boys played with integrity, maintaining the utmost respect for the game, and regardless of their individual performance, they never once made it about them.
Going into next year, I am praying for a few more pats on the back, more words of positivity, and hoping that we can all remember that these athletes are children who are aiming to please, and even on their worst days, their little hearts still yearn to feel valued.
Farewell, to the 2025-2026 season, it was full of so many wonderful days on the course, and I loved nothing more than watching my boys competing together for the very first time!
Remi: Day One- 89, Day Two- 90
Roen: Day One- 81, Day Two- 81
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