Lexington, Kentucky, October 7, 2025
News Summary
The University of North Alabama men’s golf team finished the first day of the Cullan Brown Collegiate in sixth place after overcoming early challenges. Junior Andrew Ferworn tied for second with five-under par, showcasing remarkable skill with nine birdies. Despite unfavorable weather conditions looming for the final day, the team aims to capitalize on their strong performance and secure a better finish during the tournament’s conclusion.
Lexington, Kentucky – The University of North Alabama men’s golf team concluded the first day of the Cullan Brown Collegiate, finishing in sixth place out of several competing schools. The tournament, which took place on October 6, 2025, saw the team briefly fall to as low as 12th position before they managed to surpass key competitors, including Penn State, Virginia Tech, Michigan, and West Virginia.
As the day unfolded, junior golfer Andrew Ferworn made headlines by tying for second place with an impressive score of five-under par. Ferworn showcased his skills by making nine birdies during his rounds, with only one hole remaining to be completed—the par-4 10th hole. The team participated in nearly 36 holes of play on Monday, with plans to finalize the tournament on Tuesday. Due to time constraints, some players required an early morning start at 9 a.m. to wrap up their final holes.
The weather forecast poses a potential challenge to the final day, which may disrupt the completion of the tournament. Despite the looming weather, the competition has seen the top five teams finish under par, with Mississippi State leading the way with an impressive score of 12-under, followed closely by Kentucky at 11-under. North Alabama finished the day at two-over par, edging out Memphis by one stroke, with the latter sitting in seventh place. In a trio of disappointing finishes, Virginia Tech, West Virginia, and Penn State are tied for eighth at four-over, while Western Kentucky finds themselves in eleventh place at seven-over. Rounding out the standings are Eastern Kentucky, Lipscomb, and Michigan, all at ten-over, and Toledo, which stands last at 18-over.
Senior golfer Sebastian Bengtsson started the tournament slow with a two-over round but improved later, finishing tied for 36th at one-over. Another senior, Xing Luo, completed the first round at two-over and currently remains even through 17 holes in round two. Additionally, redshirt freshman Walter Waineby started strong with a score under par in round one but has since struggled, currently sitting at four-over with two holes left in round two. Notably, Corey Maher made his season debut and completed both rounds but finished with a score of 15-over.
Head Coach Austin Phillips noted that while the team didn’t perform their best, they displayed commendable resilience, showcasing their ability to rise through the standings despite the challenges faced throughout the day. The North Alabama team now aims to build on their successful performance and finish strongly in the Cullan Brown Collegiate on Tuesday morning.
Key Standings after Day One
| Position | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi State | -12 |
| 2 | Kentucky | -11 |
| 3 | North Alabama | +2 |
| 7 | Memphis | +3 |
| 8 | Virginia Tech | +4 |
| 11 | Western Kentucky | +7 |
| 12 | Toledo | +18 |
FAQ
What is the Cullan Brown Collegiate?
The Cullan Brown Collegiate is a collegiate golf tournament where teams compete against each other to achieve the best overall scores over several rounds of play.
What position did North Alabama finish on the first day?
North Alabama finished in sixth place after the first day of competition.
Who is leading the tournament?
Mississippi State is leading the tournament with a score of 12-under.
When will the tournament conclude?
The tournament is scheduled to conclude on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 9 a.m. due to time constraints from the previous day.
How many teams are competing?
Several teams are competing, and the current team standings reflect performance from the day of the tournament.
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- University of North Alabama News
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- Eastern Kentucky Athletics
- Kentucky Sports News
- Wikipedia: Golf
