Towson Men’s Golf Climbs Two Spots to Finish Ninth at Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational
By Brian Hradsky | Maryland Sports Blog | October 8, 2026
FARMINGTON, Pa. — Towson University men’s golf closed the Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational with an impressive final-round performance Tuesday, October 6, climbing two positions to finish tied for ninth place in the 17-team field. The Tigers entered the final day in 11th place but combined for a three-over-par 291 during the final 18 holes at Mystic Rock Golf Course. Senior Sky Aung led Towson with an even-par 72, while Adam Green, Kyle Beaudry and Derek Johnson each contributed rounds of 73. The strong finish allowed Towson to recover from a challenging opening day and secure a top-10 result against a competitive field featuring several established Division I programs.
The tournament marked Towson’s third consecutive appearance at the Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational, which featured 54 holes over two days. Competitors played 36 holes Monday before returning for the final round Tuesday on the par-72 Mystic Rock layout, which measures 7,526 yards. Seventeen programs participated, including Auburn, West Virginia, Seton Hall, Eastern Michigan, Connecticut, George Mason, Drexel and fellow Coastal Athletic Association member William & Mary. Towson entered the event following a fifth-place finish at the River Run Collegiate in September, hoping to build on that performance during its third tournament of the fall season.
Sky Aung Leads Tigers With Top-20 Individual Finish
Aung continued to establish himself as one of Towson’s most dependable golfers, finishing tied for 16th in the 88-player field at three-over par. The senior opened the tournament with a one-over 73 before recording a two-over 74 during Monday’s second round. He saved his strongest performance for Tuesday, shooting an even-par 72 to complete the tournament with a 54-hole total of 219. His consistency across all three rounds helped Towson remain competitive despite some difficulties during the opening day.
Aung’s final round included consecutive birdies on the 12th and 13th holes, providing an important boost during Towson’s climb up the standings. The senior finished the tournament with eight birdies and 35 pars, tying for 27th and 12th, respectively, in those statistical categories. Perhaps his most impressive accomplishment was avoiding anything worse than a bogey throughout all 54 holes, demonstrating excellent damage control on a demanding golf course. That consistency allowed Aung to remain among the tournament’s top 20 individual competitors and lead Towson’s overall effort.
Aung entered the tournament with previous experience at Nemacolin, having competed in the event during the program’s earlier appearances. He recorded a four-under-par 68 in the final round of the 2025 tournament, demonstrating his ability to produce low scores on the challenging Mystic Rock layout. Although he did not match that performance this year, his steady play proved valuable during a tournament in which Towson needed contributions from its experienced golfers. His third-round 72 was the team’s best individual score Tuesday and helped spark the Tigers’ late improvement.
Adam Green Delivers Consistent Performance
Junior Adam Green also produced a solid tournament, finishing tied for 33rd at seven-over par. Green opened with a two-over 74 before recording a four-over 76 during Monday’s second round. He responded with a one-over 73 on Tuesday, finishing the 54-hole competition with a total of 223 strokes. His final-round improvement provided another important contribution as Towson moved from 11th into a tie for ninth place.
Green was particularly effective on par-three holes throughout the tournament, finishing tied for fourth in the field in that statistical category at one-over par. He played the par threes at even par during Tuesday’s final round, showing the precision necessary to compete on Mystic Rock’s demanding shorter holes. During Monday’s opening round, Green birdied the 231-yard third hole as part of a front-nine performance that saw him shoot two-under par. His ability to produce strong stretches of golf demonstrated his potential to become an even more important contributor for the Tigers.
Freshman Kyle Beaudry Makes Major Final-Round Improvement
One of Towson’s most encouraging performances came from freshman Kyle Beaudry, who recovered from a difficult opening round to climb significantly in the individual standings. Beaudry began the tournament with an eight-over 80, putting him in a challenging position after the first 18 holes. Rather than allowing that round to define his tournament, he responded with a two-over 74 in the second round before improving again with a one-over 73 Tuesday. His three-round total of 227 placed him tied for 52nd, representing a 12-position improvement during the final day.
Beaudry’s performance was especially impressive because of his ability to maintain consistency after his opening-round struggles. The freshman finished tied for fifth among all competitors with 37 pars, just two behind the tournament leader. He also played the front nine at one-under par during Monday’s second round, providing an early indication that he was beginning to find his rhythm. For a young golfer still gaining experience at the collegiate level, recovering from an opening 80 to finish with consecutive rounds in the low 70s represents meaningful progress.
The development of players such as Beaudry will be important as Towson looks to establish greater depth throughout its lineup. Freshmen often face an adjustment period when competing on longer, more demanding courses against experienced Division I opponents. Mystic Rock provided that type of challenge, requiring players to balance aggressive scoring opportunities with careful course management. Beaudry’s improvement throughout the tournament suggests he is developing the composure and consistency necessary to contribute more regularly as his collegiate career progresses.
Derek Johnson Records Towson’s Only Eagle
Junior Derek Johnson delivered one of the tournament’s most memorable moments during Tuesday’s final round. Playing the 545-yard, par-five eighth hole, Johnson reached the cup in just three strokes to record an eagle. It was Towson’s only eagle of the entire tournament and provided a valuable boost during the team’s final-round comeback. Johnson completed Tuesday’s round with a one-over 73, matching Green and Beaudry for the Tigers’ second-best score of the day.
Johnson’s eagle demonstrated the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities, particularly on par-five holes where aggressive play can produce significant gains. His final-round 73 also helped Towson post its best team score of the tournament after recording identical 13-over rounds Monday. With four players finishing at 73 or better Tuesday, the Tigers received the balanced contributions necessary to improve their standing. Johnson’s performance reinforced the value of having multiple golfers capable of producing competitive scores rather than relying exclusively on one standout player.
Towson Improves by 10 Strokes in Final Round
Towson’s most significant accomplishment came from its dramatic improvement between Monday and Tuesday. The Tigers recorded identical rounds of 301 during the opening 36 holes, leaving them at 26-over par and in 11th place entering the final day. Tuesday brought a different result, as Towson shot a three-over 291, improving by 10 strokes compared with either of its first two rounds. That performance allowed the Tigers to finish tied with George Mason for ninth place at 29-over par, with a three-round total of 893.
Towson’s tournament scorecard
| Round 1 | 301 (+13) |
|---|---|
| Round 2 | 301 (+13) |
| Round 3 | 291 (+3) |
| Final total | 893 (+29) |
| Final position | Tied for ninth |
Final scores confirmed by Eastern Michigan and Campbell Athletics.
The Tigers’ improvement was particularly encouraging because all four scoring players contributed rounds of 73 or better. Aung’s even-par performance led the way, while Green, Beaudry and Johnson provided the consistency necessary to keep the team score low. Towson finished just two strokes behind eighth-place Drexel and two ahead of Murray State, illustrating how tightly contested the middle of the standings became. Although the Tigers were unable to challenge the tournament leaders, their final-round performance demonstrated that they could compete more effectively than their opening-day position suggested.
Seton Hall Captures Dramatic One-Stroke Championship
While Towson battled to improve its position, the tournament championship came down to the final hole between Seton Hall and Eastern Michigan. Both programs entered Tuesday within striking distance of the leaders and produced outstanding nine-under-par rounds of 279. Seton Hall ultimately secured the championship when junior Will Hennessee birdied the 18th hole, allowing the Pirates to finish at one-under-par 863. Eastern Michigan finished one stroke behind at even-par 864, while host West Virginia placed third at five-over 869.
Hennessee’s final-hole birdie also earned him a share of the individual championship alongside Eastern Michigan’s Vicente Quiroga and Auburn individual competitor Hampton Beebe. All three golfers finished at five-under-par 211, although they reached that score through different performances. Quiroga delivered the tournament’s most remarkable final round with a nine-under 63, while Hennessee recorded a two-under 70 to complete his comeback. Seton Hall’s victory was its second team championship in four tournaments this fall, reinforcing the strength of the competition Towson faced.
Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational Final Standings
| Finish | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seton Hall | 863 (-1) |
| 2 | Eastern Michigan | 864 (E) |
| 3 | West Virginia | 869 (+5) |
| 4 | William & Mary | 870 (+6) |
| 5 | Campbell | 872 (+8) |
| 6 | Connecticut | 878 (+14) |
| 7 | St. John’s | 882 (+18) |
| 8 | Drexel | 891 (+27) |
| T9 | Towson | 893 (+29) |
| T9 | George Mason | 893 (+29) |
Top 10 positions from the official tournament results.
Tigers Prepare for Final Fall Tournament in New York
Towson will conclude its fall schedule October 12-13 at the Metropolis Intercollegiate, held at Metropolis Country Club in White Plains, New York. The event will give the Tigers another opportunity to build on their final-round success at Nemacolin before transitioning into preparations for the spring season. Aung will look to continue his consistent play, while Green, Johnson and Beaudry will attempt to carry their strong closing performances into the next tournament. Another balanced effort across the lineup could help Towson improve upon its ninth-place finish.
The Tigers have demonstrated flashes of strong play throughout their fall schedule, including their fifth-place finish at the River Run Collegiate in September. However, the Nemacolin Invitational also illustrated the importance of producing competitive scores across all three rounds rather than relying on a final-day comeback. Towson’s 291 on Tuesday was 10 strokes better than either of its Monday rounds, demonstrating that the team has the ability to lower its scores significantly. Maintaining that level of consistency throughout an entire tournament will be important as the Tigers continue their development.
MSB Take
Towson’s ninth-place finish at the Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational was not the result the Tigers ultimately wanted, but their final-round performance provided a significant reason for optimism. Improving by 10 strokes and climbing two positions demonstrated the team’s ability to respond after a difficult opening day. Sky Aung deserves considerable credit for his consistency, especially considering he avoided anything worse than a bogey throughout all 54 holes. His ability to minimize mistakes while producing eight birdies should serve as an example for the rest of Towson’s lineup.
The performance of freshman Kyle Beaudry was another encouraging development because he demonstrated the mental toughness necessary to recover from a disappointing opening round. Moving from an 80 to consecutive rounds of 74 and 73 shows that he can make adjustments and improve as a tournament progresses. Derek Johnson’s eagle and Adam Green’s strong par-three performance also highlighted the individual talent available throughout Towson’s roster. The challenge moving forward will be turning those individual accomplishments into more consistent team results across every round.
Towson should enter the Metropolis Intercollegiate with confidence following its impressive closing performance, but the Tigers cannot afford another slow start. Their final-round 291 demonstrated that they can produce competitive scores against a strong field, yet their opening rounds prevented them from finishing higher. Aung provides dependable senior leadership, while the continued development of Beaudry and the contributions of Green and Johnson give the program a solid foundation. If Towson can combine that talent with improved consistency, the Tigers should have an opportunity to finish their fall schedule on a positive note.
Sources: Towson Athletics — Final tournament recap, Towson Athletics — Opening-day recap, Towson Athletics — Tournament preview, Eastern Michigan Athletics — Complete tournament standings, Seton Hall Athletics — Championship recap and Campbell Athletics — Final results and individual performances.
