Prentice, Spartans Return to Fripp Island for Big South Championships

FRIPP ISLAND, SC -- USC Upstate men's golf team heads to the South Carolina coast to compete in the Big South Championships. The Spartans enter as the eighth seed. The Spartans will compete in the fourth flight that tees off at 1:35 pm. Upstate will be paired with Gardner-Webb. Team seeds are based on Clippd's National Rankings.

Tournament Information:

Big South Championships | April 18-21

Fripp Island, SC | Fripp Island Golf Resort

Live Stats for Championship

Seeding (Ranking):

1 – Radford (147)

2 – High Point (181)

3 – Longwood (192)

4 – Winthrop (202)

5 – Charleston Southern (214)

6 – Presbyterian (223)

7 – Gardner-Webb (225)

8 – USC Upstate (269)

Quick Hitters:

Freshman Alec Prentice returns to Fripp Island where he took first place in the Big South Preview in November
USC Upstate took fourth in the preview, shooting 293-288-581
This will be the second time on the year that the Spartans play in the state of South Carolina three weeks in a row

Tournament Lineup:

1. Alec Prentice (Fr; Wellington, New Zealand)
2. Jaskaran Sohal (Jr; Brisbane, Australia)
3. Zander Briggs (Sr; Simpsonville, SC)
4. Cameron Biddle (Fr; Aiken, SC)
5. Barrett Josey (Jr; Reidville, SC)

Tournament Schedule:

First Round - Thursday, April 18 - PAIRINGS

1:30pm - Hole No. 1

1:30-2:02pm - #3 seed Longwood and #4 Winthrop

2:10-2:42pm - #1 seed Radford and #2 High Point

1:35pm - Hole No. 10

1:35-2:07pm - #7 Gardner-Webb and #8 USC Upstate

2:15-2:47pm - #5 Charleston Southern and #6 Presbyterian

About The Course:

Ocean Point Golf Links, Fripp Island Resort's original golfing jewel, stands out as one of South Carolina's premier golf destinations, nestled in one of the state's most exquisite resorts. Since opening its fairways in 1964, this oceanfront treasure, designed by the illustrious George Cobb – a design consultant for Augusta National and a mastermind behind several Major Championship venues – has offered golfers a unique and breathtaking experience. Cobb's design excellence is vividly displayed at Ocean Point, with five of its holes featuring unparalleled ocean views, enriching your golfing journey with stunning coastal panoramas and capturing the true spirit of seaside golf.

"The Point" is celebrated for its small, well-bunkered greens, demanding meticulous accuracy in iron play. Understanding the coastal breeze's impact, Cobb ingeniously allowed players the option to run the ball onto the majority of the greens, a strategy that becomes crucial on windy days. This design philosophy not only showcases Cobb's mastery but also highlights the symbiotic relationship between the golfer, the course, and the natural elements. A round at Ocean Point is a dance with the coastal winds, a challenge of skill, and an immersion into the grandeur of nature's beauty.

Weather Report:

Thursday, April 18: Mostly cloudy early, then afternoon sunshine. High 78F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph.

Friday, April 19: Intervals of clouds and sunshine. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High near 80F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph.

Saturday, April 20: A mix of clouds and sun with the chance of an isolated thunderstorm in the afternoon. High near 80F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%.

Sunday, April 21: Cloudy with a few showers. High 73F. Winds ENE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%.

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Players Mentioned

Cameron Biddle

Zander Briggs

Barrett Josey

Alec Prentice

Jaskaran Sohal

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