Eagles finish sixth in nation

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — For the third day in a row, Meridian Community College freshman Garrett Westbrook birdied his final hole at the NJCAA Division I National Championship played at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail- Hampton Cove River Course.

Friday’s birdie putt helped MCC secure sixth place and Westbrook earned All-American status as he finished tied for 11th after a 297 four-day total (76-72-76-73).

The Eagles claimed a top-10 national finish in their first Division I National Championship after a final round 295, their best score of the week.

“I am so proud of this team,” MCC coach Sean Covich said. “We came in here ranked 12th and were in 13th place after Day 2. To move up seven spots over the last 36 holes is great, you always love finishing with your best stuff.”

Leading the way for MCC on the final day was sophomore Jarrod Moulds, who tied his career low with a 1-under-par 71. Moulds finished with a 304 (76-80-77-71).

Freshman Cory Williamson claimed a top 25 finish (21st) as he closed strong in his final 36-holes to shot a 301 for the week (78-79-71-73).

MCC sophomore Clay Bounds had a solid week, shooting 302 (73-75-76-78).

Freshman Nick Hawkes finally contributed the final day and finished with a 329 (87-80-84-78).

McLennan (Texas) Community College won the National Championship with 1185 (290-294-304-297).

Midland College golfer Tommy Sikes won the medalist title with a 285 (68-75-72-69).

24 teams from across the country participated in the event.