Towson Men’s Golf Finishes 11th at Metropolis Intercollegiate to Close Fall Season
By Brian Hradsky
Maryland Sports Blog | October 15, 2026
The Towson University men’s golf team concluded its 2026 fall schedule Tuesday with an 11th-place finish at the Metropolis Intercollegiate in White Plains, New York. The Tigers entered the final round in sixth place but struggled over the final 18 holes, shooting 35-over par to drop five positions in the standings. Despite the disappointing finish, Towson demonstrated encouraging performances throughout the tournament, particularly in par-three scoring and birdie production. The event at Metropolis Country Club marked the conclusion of the Tigers’ fall competition before their return to action in March.
Towson entered Tuesday’s final round after producing a solid opening day that included rounds of 16-over and 11-over par. The Tigers improved by five strokes between their first and second rounds, placing themselves within striking distance of several teams ahead of them. Junior Derek Johnson delivered an even-par 70 during the opening round, while senior Sky Aung recorded a one-under-par 69 in the second round. Those performances helped Towson remain competitive through the first 36 holes before the team encountered difficulties during the final round.
Faana and Johnson Lead Towson
Senior Ariihau Faana and junior Derek Johnson finished as Towson’s top individual performers, each completing the 54-hole tournament at 17-over par. Their performances highlighted a difficult final day in which the Tigers struggled to maintain their position in the team standings. Aung posted Towson’s lowest score Tuesday with a six-over-par round, demonstrating consistency when the team needed a strong individual performance. Although the Tigers could not maintain their earlier momentum, the contributions from their experienced golfers provided several positive moments.
Faana delivered one of Towson’s strongest stretches during the final round, finishing his last seven holes with consecutive pars. His closing stretch began with a par on the 18th hole before he made the turn and recorded six additional pars to complete his round. The senior also recorded 11 pars during Tuesday’s competition, matching Aung for the team lead in that category. Faana’s ability to finish without additional mistakes demonstrated the type of composure Towson will need when its spring schedule begins.
Johnson also contributed to Towson’s performance throughout the tournament, particularly during the opening round. The junior recovered from a difficult start by playing his final 11 holes at three-under par, ultimately finishing with an even-par 70. He also recorded a bogey-free, two-under-par performance across the front nine during that round. Johnson joined Adam Green and freshman Kyle Beaudry in recording birdies during Tuesday’s final round.
Tigers Excel in Par-Three Scoring
Despite finishing 11th overall, Towson produced several impressive statistical performances against the tournament field. The Tigers finished third in par-three scoring at three-over par and ranked fifth in total birdies with 29. Aung, Faana and Johnson also tied for sixth individually in par-three scoring, each finishing those holes at even par. Those numbers demonstrated that Towson remained capable of producing competitive scores even as its overall tournament position declined.
The Tigers were particularly effective during Monday’s opening two rounds, when they led the tournament with 26 birdies. Towson also paced the field in par-three scoring at four-under par through the first 36 holes, an impressive accomplishment against a competitive group of programs. However, the team’s difficulties during the final round prevented those strengths from translating into a higher overall finish. Finding greater consistency across all three rounds will be an important objective when Towson resumes competition next spring.
Aung and Faana Highlight Fall Campaign
Aung and Faana established themselves as two of Towson’s most reliable golfers during the fall portion of the 2026-27 season. Aung finished the fall with a team-leading scoring average of 73.09 strokes per round, while Faana followed closely at 73.55. Both seniors also recorded season-low rounds of 67, demonstrating their ability to produce excellent individual performances. Their experience and consistency should provide a foundation for the Tigers as they prepare for the spring schedule.
Aung recorded his season-low 67 during the opening round of the River Run Collegiate, while Faana matched that score during the first round of the Doc Gimmler Invitational. The Tigers also recorded a fifth-place team finish at the River Run Collegiate in September before placing ninth at the Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational in October. Those tournaments provided valuable competitive experience against programs from across the region and beyond. Towson will look to build on those performances while addressing the inconsistencies that affected its final fall tournament.
Towson Returns in March
The Tigers will now enter an extended break from tournament competition before beginning their spring schedule in 2027. Towson’s next scheduled event is the Babygrande Donald Ross Collegiate, which will take place March 8-10. The tournament will provide the Tigers with their first opportunity to evaluate their progress following the winter training period. Improving final-round scoring and maintaining consistency throughout 54-hole events should remain priorities for the program.
With several experienced golfers returning for the spring, Towson has an opportunity to improve upon its fall results. Aung and Faana have already demonstrated their ability to lead the team statistically, while Johnson, Green and Beaudry provide additional contributors. The Tigers will need stronger collective performances to move higher in tournament standings and become more competitive against conference opponents. Their spring campaign will offer another opportunity to demonstrate that the lessons learned during the fall have translated into improvement.
MSB Take
Towson’s 11th-place finish at the Metropolis Intercollegiate was a disappointing conclusion to a fall schedule that included several encouraging performances. The Tigers showed they could compete with quality opponents, particularly through their birdie production and success on par-three holes. However, dropping from sixth to 11th during the final round illustrates the importance of maintaining consistency throughout an entire tournament. That is an area Towson must address before returning to competition in March.
The performances of Aung and Faana provide reasons for optimism heading into the spring season. Both seniors finished the fall with scoring averages below 74, and their ability to produce rounds of 67 demonstrates their individual potential. Johnson also showed encouraging flashes, particularly with his even-par opening round at Metropolis. If Towson can combine those individual performances with improved team consistency, the Tigers should have an opportunity to produce stronger tournament finishes in 2027.
Sources: Towson University Athletics, October 12-13, 2026. Official tournament recap, opening-round results and fall schedule.
