Men's Golf News Archive
Wildcats adapt to changes, remain among NWC elite
- May 17th 2013
Linfield overcomes key losses and inconsistent play early in the season to capture second place in the Northwest Conference Season in Review | Final Statistics
Ruben's 71 clinches medal at NWC Championships - April 21st 2013
Hitting six pars and three birdies on the back nine, Adam Ruben wins the nine-team event by one stroke, helping the Wildcats rise to second place in the final 2012-13 point standings Final Results
Ruben, Wildcats snatch early leads - April 20th 2013
Adam Ruben sets the pace on the first day of the Northwest Conference Tournament, helping Linfield take a two-stroke advantage heading to Sunday's second round First-Day Results
Ruben is NWC Golfer of the Week - April 18th 2013
Freshman Adam Ruben is quickly making a name for himself, garnering Northwest Conference Student-Athlete of the Week honors after a glossy round of 68 at the Willamette Cup
Frosh's sizzling 68 paces 'Cats at Willamette Cup - April 14th 2013
Adam Ruben cards the lowest round of any Wildcat this season and Linfield rolls to a 18-stroke victory over local rivals Willamette and Pacific Results
Spring Classic washed away - April 7th 2013
With heavy rain swamping western Washington, Sunday's second round is cancelled and first-round scores are declared final Final Results
Water-logged Spring Classic gets underway - April 6th 2013
Sloshing its way through a wet first round, Linfield sits in third place at the Northwest Conference Spring Classic, one of three major tournaments of the 2012-13 season First-Day Results
Ruben finds groove at West Cup - March 26th 2013
Freshman Adam Ruben turns in three rounds in the 70s to lead a muted effort by the Wildcats at the West Cup in southern California Final Results
'Cats fade in final rounds, take 7th at Creekside - March 19th 2013
Three up-and-comers see their first varsity action of the spring season at the Corban Invitational Final Results
'Cats in the hunt after Day 1 of Corban Invitational - March 18th 2013
Taylor Klopp sits in a tight race for medalist honors and the Wildcats are fourth with the second and third rounds expected to be completed Tuesday | Photo Gallery
Wildcats surge to Pacific Spring Invitational title - March 10th 2013
Wildcats sophomore Taylor Klopp finds his zone to nab third place while topping a list of four Wildcats with scores in the 70s Final Results
Sunny skies translate to consistent scores - March 9th 2013
Placing eight golfers among the top 20 scores, two Linfield squads compete well during the first round of the Pacific Spring Invitational First-Day Results
After hot start, Linfield tumbles to 12th - March 3rd 2013
To their bewilderment, all five Wildcats see their scores climb from the first round to the second at the Callaway Gardens Intercollegiate Final Results
There's snow place like Georgia - March 2nd 2013
Shrugging off the coldest day of the Georgia winter, four Wildcats post scores in the 70s to place Linfield among the top five teams after the first round of the Callaway Gardens Intercollegiate
Linfield rises to fourth at Fall Classic - October 28th 2012
With Connor Magnuson and Ryan Nolan showing the greatest improvement from the first round to the second, LInfield nabs a share of fourth place Final Results
Wildcats settle into fifth at NWC Fall Classic - October 27th 2012
Taylor Klopp shares ninth place in the individual standings but sophomore is the only Linfield player among the top 15 players First-Day Results
'Cats climb to fifth at PLU Invitational - October 15th 2012
With all five players trimming scores, Linfield rebounds from a weather-marred first round on its way to a 28-stroke improvement Final Results
Wind and wet greet 'Cats at Chambers Bay - October 14th 2012
Linfield gets off to a rocky start at the Pacific Lutheran Invitational as players struggle to avoid hazards First-Day Results
Linfield fifth at Whitman Invitational - October 1st 2012
With every player shooting in the 70s both days, the Wildcats prove themselves consistent, if not spectacular, at Wine Valley Golf Club Final Results
Taylor paces Wildcats on first day of Whitman Invitational - September 30th 2012
Competing against seven other Northwest Conference programs, Linfield's A.J. Taylor shoots 74 to share seventh place after the first day of action at Wine Valley Golf Club First-Day Results
Magnuson, Klopp shine at Linfield Invitational - September 27th 2012
Connor Magnuson and Taylor Klopp share second place, leading the Wildcats to a runner-up finish on their home course Results | Photo Gallery
Klopp swings his way to NWC Golfer of the Week honors - September 26th 2012
Taylor Klopp starts out his sophomore season with his first career win as a Wildcat and recognition as the conference's top performer of the weekend
Klopp wins, but Warriors edge 'Cats on second playoff hole - September 23rd 2012
Sophomore Taylor Klopp sinks three birdies on his way to medalist honors at the Boxer Classic but Linfield comes up one stroke short of the team trophy Final Results
Klopp, Look and Listen - September 22nd 2012
Taylor Klopp turns heads at the Boxer Classic, dropping in three birdies and an eagle on his first five holes First-Day Results
Linfield caps successful season with NCAA appearance - June 8th 2012
Alex Fitch achieves the highest finish by a Linfield golfer in NCAA competition and the Wildcats successfully defend their Northwest Conference championship Season in Review
Fitch climbs to 22nd, named All-American - May 18th 2012
Linfield's Alex Fitch finishes strong at the NCAA Division III Championships, earning third team All-America acclaim from the Golf Coaches Association of America Leaderboard
Red hat better than white for Alex Fitch - May 17th 2012
Struggling through the first eight holes, Linfield's Alex Fitch rebounds with even par scores or better over the final 10 holes at the NCAA Championships Leaderboard
Fitch advances, 'Cats won't at NCAA Championships - May 16th 2012
Alex Fitch continues his quest for an individual national championship; Linfield's shoots its best national championship round but doesn't survive the cut Leaderboard
Wildcats struggle on tricky NCAA course - May 15th 2012
Tight fairways and multiple water hazards spell high scores for the Linfield Wildcats, who find themselves tied for 35th place after Day 1 of the NCAA Division III Championships Leaderboard
Fun in the Sun - May 14th 2012
Linfield's men's golf team is in the Sunshine State, competing at this week's NCAA Division III Championships NCAA Championship Preview
Within Their Grasp - May 11th 2012
Achieving the highest individual and team finishes in program history appear within reach of the Linfield men's golf team at the upcoming NCAA Division III Championships in Florida NCAA Championship Program | Live Scoring | Mission Inn Resort |
Linfield wins fourth NWC crown in five seasons - April 22nd 2012
Led by medalist Alex Fitch, the 'Cats prevail at the conference tournament to finish atop the 2011-12 point standings, earning a berth in the NCAA Championships Final Results | Complete NWC All-Star Team
Wildcats draw closer to repeat title - April 21st 2012
Alex Fitch and Connor Magnuson push Linfield to a five-stroke advantage after the first day of the Northwest Conference Championships First-Day Results | NWC Point Standings | Championship Tournament Website |
All in a week's work for Fitch - April 17th 2012
Senior golfer Alex Fitch gears up for the NWC Championships by picking up his sixth tournament victory and third conference golfer of the week award of the season
Five thrive at Willamette Invitational - April 15th 2012
Led by medalist Alex Fitch, Linfield wins the four-team Willamette Invitational for its seventh tournament victory of the season Final Results
Fitch, Klopp duel on Illahe course - April 14th 2012
Linfield's Alex Fitch and Taylor Klopp leads the field of the Willamette Invitational First-Day Results
Out of nowhere, 'Cats snatch NWC Spring Classic - April 1st 2012
On a day when star Alex Fitch struggles, first-year players Taylor Klopp and Connor Magnuson pick up the slack and Linfield roars from 11 strokes down to win the nine-team tournament Final Results
Fitch, 'Cats fifth after Day 1 at NWC Spring Classic - March 31st 2012
Spotty play at the beginning and end of Saturday's opening round leaves the Wildcats facing an uphill battle at the nine-team tournament First-Day Results
Fitch repeats as NWC Golfer of the Week - March 20th 2012
Alex Fitch, the reigning player of the year, provides his worth outside the conference with a second-place showing at the Texas Lutheran Invitational
Fitch, Taylor, Magnuson rise to the occasion - March 18th 2012
Linfield wins the Pacific Invitational by two strokes, thanks to the solid play of Alex Fitch, A.J. Taylor and Connor Magnuson Final Statistics
Wildcats share first-round lead at The Reserve - March 17th 2012
Linfield and Community College of Spokane are waging a neck-and-neck battle at the Pacific Invitational First-Day Results
Missed putt costs Fitch share of title - March 13th 2012
Alex Fitch surges from 15th place to second at the Texas Lutheran Intercollegiate Invitational
'Cats contending in Texas - March 12th 2012
A challenging course and 15 competitive teams greet Linfield during the opening round of the Texas Lutheran Intercollegiate Invitational
Fitch is NWC golfer of the week - March 6th 2012
With a one-stroke victory at the Lutes Invitational, Fitch plays his way into earning Northwest Conference Men's Golf Student-Athlete of the Week honors for the third time this season
Fitch doesn't flinch, takes Lutes Invitational - March 4th 2012
Fending off some bumps on the final two holes, Linfield's Alex Fitch holds on to win the Lutes Invitational by one stroke Final Results
Wildcats feel right at Home - March 3rd 2012
Playing on The Home Course, Linfield's Alex Fitch and Taylor Klopp set the pace with matching 72s on the first day of action at the Lutes Invitational First-Day Results
Linfield holds onto second at NWC Fall Classic - October 23rd 2011
Alex Fitch and A.J. Taylor place among the top 10 golfers in the final tournament of the fall season Final Results
Wildcats second, Fitch third at NWC Fall Classic - October 22nd 2011
Getting off to a good start Sunday is the key to Wildcats' hopes of rallying from a 10-stroke deficit at the Northwest Conference Fall Classic First-Day Results
Wildcats win own Three-Way - October 8th 2011
Medalist Alex Fitch leads Linfield past visiting conference foes Willamette and Pacific Results
Wildcats settle for fifth - October 3rd 2011
Linfield improves by six strokes during the second round of the Whitworth Fall Invitational, but places behind three other Northwest Conference clubs Final Results
'Cats struggle at Spokane C.C. - October 2nd 2011
Alex Fitch shoots an even-par 72 to share third place but the remainder of the Wildcats are no where close First-Day Results
Twice is nice for Alex Fitch - September 27th 2011
Senior Alex Fitch is once again the conference golfer of the week after a second-straight tournament win, running his medalist streak to three including last season's league championship
Linfield prevails at Quail Valley - September 25th 2011
Alex Fitch wins his third straight tournament in the Northwest, leading the Wildcats to a 10-stroke victory at the seven-team Pacific Invitational Final Results
'Cats leading, but barely - September 24th 2011
Spurred by the 68 of sophomore A.J. Taylor, Linfield takes a two-stroke lead at the Pacific Invitaitonal
Season-opening win lands Fitch conference accolades - September 21st 2011
Senior Alex Fitch is named Northwest Conference Men's Golf Student-Athlete of the Week after a nine-stroke victory at the George Fox Invitational
Fitch, Wildcats win by 55 strokes at GFU Invitational - September 18th 2011
Alex Fitch cards another round of 70 to earn medalist honors and Linfield takes the top four spots at the three-team tournament Final Results
Fitch, frosh, rule the roost - September 17th 2011
Alex Fitch opens up a five-stroke lead and five Linfield freshmen are among the top 10 after the first day of action of the George Fox Invitational First-Day Results
Wildcats aiming for a repeat - September 16th 2011
Rich in both talent and experience, Linfield is in good position to defend the Northwest Conference team championship and return to the national tournament scene Season Outlook
Linfield overcomes key losses and inconsistent play early in the season to capture second place in the Northwest Conference Season in Review | Final Statistics
Ruben's 71 clinches medal at NWC Championships - April 21st 2013
Hitting six pars and three birdies on the back nine, Adam Ruben wins the nine-team event by one stroke, helping the Wildcats rise to second place in the final 2012-13 point standings Final Results
Ruben, Wildcats snatch early leads - April 20th 2013
Adam Ruben sets the pace on the first day of the Northwest Conference Tournament, helping Linfield take a two-stroke advantage heading to Sunday's second round First-Day Results
Ruben is NWC Golfer of the Week - April 18th 2013
Freshman Adam Ruben is quickly making a name for himself, garnering Northwest Conference Student-Athlete of the Week honors after a glossy round of 68 at the Willamette Cup
Frosh's sizzling 68 paces 'Cats at Willamette Cup - April 14th 2013
Adam Ruben cards the lowest round of any Wildcat this season and Linfield rolls to a 18-stroke victory over local rivals Willamette and Pacific Results
Spring Classic washed away - April 7th 2013
With heavy rain swamping western Washington, Sunday's second round is cancelled and first-round scores are declared final Final Results
Water-logged Spring Classic gets underway - April 6th 2013
Sloshing its way through a wet first round, Linfield sits in third place at the Northwest Conference Spring Classic, one of three major tournaments of the 2012-13 season First-Day Results
Ruben finds groove at West Cup - March 26th 2013
Freshman Adam Ruben turns in three rounds in the 70s to lead a muted effort by the Wildcats at the West Cup in southern California Final Results
'Cats fade in final rounds, take 7th at Creekside - March 19th 2013
Three up-and-comers see their first varsity action of the spring season at the Corban Invitational Final Results
'Cats in the hunt after Day 1 of Corban Invitational - March 18th 2013
Taylor Klopp sits in a tight race for medalist honors and the Wildcats are fourth with the second and third rounds expected to be completed Tuesday | Photo Gallery
Wildcats surge to Pacific Spring Invitational title - March 10th 2013
Wildcats sophomore Taylor Klopp finds his zone to nab third place while topping a list of four Wildcats with scores in the 70s Final Results
Sunny skies translate to consistent scores - March 9th 2013
Placing eight golfers among the top 20 scores, two Linfield squads compete well during the first round of the Pacific Spring Invitational First-Day Results
After hot start, Linfield tumbles to 12th - March 3rd 2013
To their bewilderment, all five Wildcats see their scores climb from the first round to the second at the Callaway Gardens Intercollegiate Final Results
There's snow place like Georgia - March 2nd 2013
Shrugging off the coldest day of the Georgia winter, four Wildcats post scores in the 70s to place Linfield among the top five teams after the first round of the Callaway Gardens Intercollegiate
Linfield rises to fourth at Fall Classic - October 28th 2012
With Connor Magnuson and Ryan Nolan showing the greatest improvement from the first round to the second, LInfield nabs a share of fourth place Final Results
Wildcats settle into fifth at NWC Fall Classic - October 27th 2012
Taylor Klopp shares ninth place in the individual standings but sophomore is the only Linfield player among the top 15 players First-Day Results
'Cats climb to fifth at PLU Invitational - October 15th 2012
With all five players trimming scores, Linfield rebounds from a weather-marred first round on its way to a 28-stroke improvement Final Results
Wind and wet greet 'Cats at Chambers Bay - October 14th 2012
Linfield gets off to a rocky start at the Pacific Lutheran Invitational as players struggle to avoid hazards First-Day Results
Linfield fifth at Whitman Invitational - October 1st 2012
With every player shooting in the 70s both days, the Wildcats prove themselves consistent, if not spectacular, at Wine Valley Golf Club Final Results
Taylor paces Wildcats on first day of Whitman Invitational - September 30th 2012
Competing against seven other Northwest Conference programs, Linfield's A.J. Taylor shoots 74 to share seventh place after the first day of action at Wine Valley Golf Club First-Day Results
Magnuson, Klopp shine at Linfield Invitational - September 27th 2012
Connor Magnuson and Taylor Klopp share second place, leading the Wildcats to a runner-up finish on their home course Results | Photo Gallery
Klopp swings his way to NWC Golfer of the Week honors - September 26th 2012
Taylor Klopp starts out his sophomore season with his first career win as a Wildcat and recognition as the conference's top performer of the weekend
Klopp wins, but Warriors edge 'Cats on second playoff hole - September 23rd 2012
Sophomore Taylor Klopp sinks three birdies on his way to medalist honors at the Boxer Classic but Linfield comes up one stroke short of the team trophy Final Results
Klopp, Look and Listen - September 22nd 2012
Taylor Klopp turns heads at the Boxer Classic, dropping in three birdies and an eagle on his first five holes First-Day Results
Linfield caps successful season with NCAA appearance - June 8th 2012
Alex Fitch achieves the highest finish by a Linfield golfer in NCAA competition and the Wildcats successfully defend their Northwest Conference championship Season in Review
Fitch climbs to 22nd, named All-American - May 18th 2012
Linfield's Alex Fitch finishes strong at the NCAA Division III Championships, earning third team All-America acclaim from the Golf Coaches Association of America Leaderboard
Red hat better than white for Alex Fitch - May 17th 2012
Struggling through the first eight holes, Linfield's Alex Fitch rebounds with even par scores or better over the final 10 holes at the NCAA Championships Leaderboard
Fitch advances, 'Cats won't at NCAA Championships - May 16th 2012
Alex Fitch continues his quest for an individual national championship; Linfield's shoots its best national championship round but doesn't survive the cut Leaderboard
Wildcats struggle on tricky NCAA course - May 15th 2012
Tight fairways and multiple water hazards spell high scores for the Linfield Wildcats, who find themselves tied for 35th place after Day 1 of the NCAA Division III Championships Leaderboard
Fun in the Sun - May 14th 2012
Linfield's men's golf team is in the Sunshine State, competing at this week's NCAA Division III Championships NCAA Championship Preview
Within Their Grasp - May 11th 2012
Achieving the highest individual and team finishes in program history appear within reach of the Linfield men's golf team at the upcoming NCAA Division III Championships in Florida NCAA Championship Program | Live Scoring | Mission Inn Resort |
Linfield wins fourth NWC crown in five seasons - April 22nd 2012
Led by medalist Alex Fitch, the 'Cats prevail at the conference tournament to finish atop the 2011-12 point standings, earning a berth in the NCAA Championships Final Results | Complete NWC All-Star Team
Wildcats draw closer to repeat title - April 21st 2012
Alex Fitch and Connor Magnuson push Linfield to a five-stroke advantage after the first day of the Northwest Conference Championships First-Day Results | NWC Point Standings | Championship Tournament Website |
All in a week's work for Fitch - April 17th 2012
Senior golfer Alex Fitch gears up for the NWC Championships by picking up his sixth tournament victory and third conference golfer of the week award of the season
Five thrive at Willamette Invitational - April 15th 2012
Led by medalist Alex Fitch, Linfield wins the four-team Willamette Invitational for its seventh tournament victory of the season Final Results
Fitch, Klopp duel on Illahe course - April 14th 2012
Linfield's Alex Fitch and Taylor Klopp leads the field of the Willamette Invitational First-Day Results
Out of nowhere, 'Cats snatch NWC Spring Classic - April 1st 2012
On a day when star Alex Fitch struggles, first-year players Taylor Klopp and Connor Magnuson pick up the slack and Linfield roars from 11 strokes down to win the nine-team tournament Final Results
Fitch, 'Cats fifth after Day 1 at NWC Spring Classic - March 31st 2012
Spotty play at the beginning and end of Saturday's opening round leaves the Wildcats facing an uphill battle at the nine-team tournament First-Day Results
Fitch repeats as NWC Golfer of the Week - March 20th 2012
Alex Fitch, the reigning player of the year, provides his worth outside the conference with a second-place showing at the Texas Lutheran Invitational
Fitch, Taylor, Magnuson rise to the occasion - March 18th 2012
Linfield wins the Pacific Invitational by two strokes, thanks to the solid play of Alex Fitch, A.J. Taylor and Connor Magnuson Final Statistics
Wildcats share first-round lead at The Reserve - March 17th 2012
Linfield and Community College of Spokane are waging a neck-and-neck battle at the Pacific Invitational First-Day Results
Missed putt costs Fitch share of title - March 13th 2012
Alex Fitch surges from 15th place to second at the Texas Lutheran Intercollegiate Invitational
'Cats contending in Texas - March 12th 2012
A challenging course and 15 competitive teams greet Linfield during the opening round of the Texas Lutheran Intercollegiate Invitational
Fitch is NWC golfer of the week - March 6th 2012
With a one-stroke victory at the Lutes Invitational, Fitch plays his way into earning Northwest Conference Men's Golf Student-Athlete of the Week honors for the third time this season
Fitch doesn't flinch, takes Lutes Invitational - March 4th 2012
Fending off some bumps on the final two holes, Linfield's Alex Fitch holds on to win the Lutes Invitational by one stroke Final Results
Wildcats feel right at Home - March 3rd 2012
Playing on The Home Course, Linfield's Alex Fitch and Taylor Klopp set the pace with matching 72s on the first day of action at the Lutes Invitational First-Day Results
Linfield holds onto second at NWC Fall Classic - October 23rd 2011
Alex Fitch and A.J. Taylor place among the top 10 golfers in the final tournament of the fall season Final Results
Wildcats second, Fitch third at NWC Fall Classic - October 22nd 2011
Getting off to a good start Sunday is the key to Wildcats' hopes of rallying from a 10-stroke deficit at the Northwest Conference Fall Classic First-Day Results
Wildcats win own Three-Way - October 8th 2011
Medalist Alex Fitch leads Linfield past visiting conference foes Willamette and Pacific Results
Wildcats settle for fifth - October 3rd 2011
Linfield improves by six strokes during the second round of the Whitworth Fall Invitational, but places behind three other Northwest Conference clubs Final Results
'Cats struggle at Spokane C.C. - October 2nd 2011
Alex Fitch shoots an even-par 72 to share third place but the remainder of the Wildcats are no where close First-Day Results
Twice is nice for Alex Fitch - September 27th 2011
Senior Alex Fitch is once again the conference golfer of the week after a second-straight tournament win, running his medalist streak to three including last season's league championship
Linfield prevails at Quail Valley - September 25th 2011
Alex Fitch wins his third straight tournament in the Northwest, leading the Wildcats to a 10-stroke victory at the seven-team Pacific Invitational Final Results
'Cats leading, but barely - September 24th 2011
Spurred by the 68 of sophomore A.J. Taylor, Linfield takes a two-stroke lead at the Pacific Invitaitonal
Season-opening win lands Fitch conference accolades - September 21st 2011
Senior Alex Fitch is named Northwest Conference Men's Golf Student-Athlete of the Week after a nine-stroke victory at the George Fox Invitational
Fitch, Wildcats win by 55 strokes at GFU Invitational - September 18th 2011
Alex Fitch cards another round of 70 to earn medalist honors and Linfield takes the top four spots at the three-team tournament Final Results
Fitch, frosh, rule the roost - September 17th 2011
Alex Fitch opens up a five-stroke lead and five Linfield freshmen are among the top 10 after the first day of action of the George Fox Invitational First-Day Results
Wildcats aiming for a repeat - September 16th 2011
Rich in both talent and experience, Linfield is in good position to defend the Northwest Conference team championship and return to the national tournament scene Season Outlook
