Montgomery, Texas, February 10, 2026
Rice University golfer Raines Watson tied for eighth place at the Bentwater Intercollegiate held at Bentwater Country Club. His score of 1-over 143 placed him alongside Baylor’s Tyler Sanford. The tournament highlighted the skills of emerging golfers from the region, showcasing collegiate talent in competitive golf. Along with Watson, his Rice teammates, Davis Byrd and Henry Daly, also participated in the event, which was won by Sam Houston’s Nathaniel Gray Lamont with a score of 5-under 137.
Montgomery, Texas – Rice University freshman Raines Watson achieved a significant milestone by securing a tie for eighth place at the Bentwater Intercollegiate, which took place on February 9-10, 2026, at Bentwater Country Club. Watson’s performance was pivotal in leading a group of three Rice Golf individuals in the tournament.
Watson, competing as an individual, concluded the event with a total score of 1-over 143, matching Baylor’s Tyler Sanford, who also tied for eighth place. Sanford made a notable entry in his collegiate career, recording rounds of 1-under 70 and 1-over 72. The tournament was ultimately won by Nathaniel Gray Lamont of Sam Houston, who dominated the field with a 36-hole total of 5-under 137.
In addition to Watson, Rice’s Davis Byrd and Henry Daly represented the team in the tournament, which is recognized as a significant occasion in collegiate golf, attracting teams and individual competitors from throughout the region. This event serves as an important platform for developing golfers like Watson, Byrd, and Daly as they hone their skills in competitive settings.
FAQ
Who is Raines Watson?
Raines Watson is a freshman golfer at Rice University, competing as an individual in the Bentwater Intercollegiate.
What was Watson’s performance in the Bentwater Intercollegiate?
Watson finished the tournament with a total score of 1-over 143, tying for eighth place.
Who won the Bentwater Intercollegiate?
Sam Houston’s Nathaniel Gray Lamont won the tournament with a 36-hole total of 5-under 137.
Which other Rice golfers participated in the tournament?
Along with Watson, Davis Byrd and Henry Daly participated in the Bentwater Intercollegiate.
What is the Bentwater Intercollegiate?
The Bentwater Intercollegiate is a collegiate golf tournament held at Bentwater Country Club in Montgomery, Texas, attracting teams and individual competitors from across the region.
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