Montgomery, Texas, February 10, 2026
The Houston Christian University (HCU) men’s golf team achieved an eighth-place finish at the Bentwater Intercollegiate, recording a total score of +19 (595). The tournament took place at Bentwater Country Club where HCU maintained their position from the first round despite a solid performance. Senior Brooks Pawlak shone individually, tying for eighth place with a score of +2 (143). The tournament featured several competing teams and saw HCU preparing for their next challenge in Laredo.
Montgomery, Texas
The Houston Christian University (HCU) men’s golf team finished in eighth place at the Bentwater Intercollegiate, concluding the tournament with a total score of +19 (595). The event took place from February 9-10, 2026, at Bentwater Country Club, welcoming 14 competing teams over a span of 54 holes.
Final Round Performance
In the final round, HCU recorded a score of +10 (298), maintaining their position from day one after opening the tournament with a score of +5 (293). The event was led by host Sam Houston, who finished with +4 (572), followed by VCU at +9 (577) and Ohio at +10 (578).
Individual Highlights
Senior Brooks Pawlak stood out for the Huskies, finishing tied for eighth place with a personal score of +2 (143). He performed impressively in the first round, shooting a 1-under 70, and followed up with a 73 highlighted by birdies on holes 6, 7, and 18.
Team Composition
The HCU team’s lineup for the Bentwater Intercollegiate included:
- Brooks Pawlak
- Brendon Willey
- Carter Patterson
- John “Cooper” Camp
- Mason Napier
This lineup reflected the team that concluded the fall season, where they consistently placed in the top seven across all four tournaments and secured a third-place finish at the La Tour Intercollegiate.
Tournament Overview
The Bentwater Intercollegiate featured a par-72 layout at Bentwater Country Club and attracted various teams such as Baylor, Incarnate Word, Southeastern Louisiana, and others from institutions like Rice and TCU.
Looking Ahead
The Huskies are set to continue their spring season, with their next competition, the Border Olympics, scheduled for February 16-17, 2026, at Laredo Country Club in Laredo, Texas.
FAQ
- What was the final standing of the HCU men’s golf team at the Bentwater Intercollegiate?
- The HCU men’s golf team finished in eighth place with a total score of +19 (595).
- Who led the HCU team in individual performance?
- Senior Brooks Pawlak led the team, finishing tied for eighth place with a total score of +2 (143).
- What is the next event for the HCU men’s golf team?
- The Huskies’ next event is the Border Olympics, scheduled for February 16-17, 2026, at Laredo Country Club in Laredo, Texas.
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