🏌️ West Florida Wins 2025 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Championship

The 2025 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Championship delivered peak collegiate drama at PGA National Resort. From an opening field of 80 teams, two heavyweights — Colorado Christian and West Florida — emerged to face off in a national title match that ended in a 2.5–2.5 deadlock. But when the pressure peaked, it was West Florida who prevailed, winning a sudden-death playoff to claim their third national championship — and first in 17 years.

🥇 Individual Glory: Hunter Smith Seizes the Spotlight

Hunter Smith of North Georgia etched his name in DII history by winning the individual title at 6-under-par (71–67–72). The junior’s steady play and fearless putting down the stretch gave him a one-shot victory — the biggest individual win of his career.

📊 Stroke Play Recap: Cougars Lead the Way

Colorado Christian lived up to its No. 1 ranking, taking medalist honors at 8-under. Their 280 final round was the best of the week. West Florida, Missouri S&T, and North Georgia also stood out, while Oklahoma Christian surged on the final day to sneak into the bracket.

Top 8 Stroke Play Teams Advancing to Match Play

• 1. Colorado Christian – 8-under
• 2. West Florida – Even
• 3. Missouri S&T – +6
• 4T. Florida Southern – +6
• 4T. North Georgia – +6
• 6. Wingate – +7
• 7. St. Mary’s (TX) – +10
• 8. Oklahoma Christian – +11

🎯 Match Play Madness

In match play, West Florida steamrolled St. Mary’s (TX) 5–0, while Colorado Christian defeated Oklahoma Christian with surgical consistency. Wingate and North Georgia joined the semifinals with strong showings.

🏁 Quarterfinals

• Colorado Christian def. Oklahoma Christian, 3.5–1.5
• West Florida def. St. Mary’s (TX), 5–0
• Wingate def. Missouri S&T, 4–1
• North Georgia def. Florida Southern, 3–2

🏆 Semifinals

• Colorado Christian def. North Georgia, 4–1
• West Florida def. Wingate, 3.5–1.5

⚔️ Championship Match: A Tie, Then Triumph

The championship showdown between Colorado Christian and West Florida was as close as it gets. Each team took two wins, and one match ended all square — resulting in a 2.5–2.5 tie that sent the championship to a playoff hole.

🔄 Final Match-by-Match Breakdown

• Fabian Wennerlof (UWF) def. Xavier Bighaus (CCU), 1UP
• Sungyeop Cho (CCU) def. Eddie Lee (UWF), 2UP
• Sangha Park (CCU) def. Per Ekelund (UWF), 5UP
• Adam Duncan (CCU) tied TJ Thompson (UWF)
• Peyton Jones (CCU) def. Cooper Tendick (UWF), 4UP

With momentum riding high on both benches, it was Fabian Wennerlof who emerged as the hero. He delivered the winning playoff hole — a fitting conclusion to a championship week filled with tension, talent, and unforgettable moments.

West Florida now joins the elite ranks of three-time national champions, with titles in 2001, 2008, and now 2025.