Chris Luoma advances to MHSAA finals

The team failed to advance to the MHSAA finals, shooting 326 and missing the top 3 positions. Although we are disappointed in the team result, Chris Luoma played well individually taking 5th place (76) and advancing to the MHSAA finals as an individual.

"Swing 'Fore' a Cure" Successful

Our fundraiser "Swing 'fore' a Cure" was a great success, raising $525 for the American Cancer Society in 2 hours. The team had a great time running the event. Thank you to everyone who came out on Friday, and we hope you had fun!

Chiefs Advance to Regionals

The team advanced to the MHSAA Regionals today with second place showing at the MHSAA District Tournament, finishing one stroke out of first place. Individually, Casey Olsen tied for medalist honors recording a score of even par 72 in windy conditions. Chris Luoma shot 78 and finished strong. Our next action is at the MHSAA Regional Tournament on Thursday May 28th at Deer Run Golf Club in Lowell. 12 teams will be competing for 3 spots. See you at Lessons For A Cure tomorrow!!

All League Selections

Congrats to Casey Olsen, Matt Domagalski, and Carson Castellani for earning All-CAAC recognition by the CAAC Coaches.

Golf Lessons 'Fore' A Cure

The team is organizing a fundraiser called GOLF LESSONS 'FORE' A CURE to benefit the American Cancer Society and the fight against breast cancer. We are conducting a golf clinic and lessons on Friday, May 22nd from 3-5pm at MSU Forest Akers East Golf Course and Driving Range. For a donation of $10, you will receive introductory golf instruction from the Okemos Boys Golf Team and Coaching Staff. We are especially encouraging OHS STUDENTS, TEACHERS, and MOMS to attend the event.

SUPPORT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, HAVE FUN WITH YOUR FRIENDS, ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SPRING WEATHER, AND COME LEARN HOW TO PLAY GOLF!!!!

Equipment will be provided. Tickets are available in advance and are being sold by all varsity players. Walk-ins are welcome, and we will be accepting donations of any amount at the event.

Please email or call Coach Blue with any questions (kevinablue@gmail.com, 517.449.7731).

SEE YOU ON FRIDAY FROM 3-5pm at FOREST AKERS EAST GOLF COURSE!!!!

Chiefs win the West Course round of the East Lansing Invitational

On Friday we fielded a "split-squad" for the 36 hole East Lansing Invitational event at Forest Akers. The "second team" played in the morning on the East Course. Matt Hubbard played well, shooting 79. In the afternoon round, the "first team" shot the lowest round of the day on the West Course with 319. We defeated both Northville and Grand Blanc by one shot. Casey Olsen had the low round of the day on the West Course with 75. The victory today gives us a confidence boost heading into the MHSAA Tournament - the finals of which are being contested at MSU Akers West.

CAAC Champions

Congratulations to the team for winning the CAAC Championship today. We tied for first at the Conference Tournament at Timber Ridge, and finished the regular season with a record of 17-1. Casey Olsen won the CAAC Individual Championship in a playoff (73, +1) with a birdie on the second playoff hole. Carson Castellani also played solid, shooting 75 and finishing in 4th place. Our next action will be a split-squad event at Forest Akers on Friday. After that, it's MHSAA playoff time!

Loss vs Haslett

We lost 314-320 against Haslett at Walnut Hills. Individually, Casey Olsen won medalist honors shooting 71 (-1). Our next action is at the CAAC Tournament on Tuesday (9am shotgun, Timber Ridge).

Win vs. East Lansing

We defeated East Lansing today to move our record to 12-0 in the CAAC. Carson Castellani won medalist honors, shooting 37 on a difficult Akers West setup. Casey Olsen also played steady, shooting 39. Our next action is in a non-league match against Haslett at Walnut Hills on Saturday (12:30pm). The CAAC Tournament is scheduled for Tuesday at Timber Ridge (9am shotgun) - come out and support our team as we finish off a solid year in conference play before starting the MHSAA playoffs.

The guys have earned a couple of inside team jokes to be posted on the blog:
Now I'm Done

Robo-Tiger

Enjoy.

Win vs. Jackson

Our record improved to 11-0 in CAAC play with a close 159-161 victory over Jackson. Casey Olsen was medalist with a very strong score of 35 on a tough day at Forest Akers. Dan Chapman also played solid, shooting 40. All players showed great composure and hit some clutch shots at the end of the round to secure the win. Our final regular season match is Thursday against East Lansing at Forest Akers West at 3pm.

Win vs. Eastern

Our record improved to 10-0 in the CAAC today with a victory by our "all-senior" lineup over Eastern 155-171. Casey Olsen was medalist with 34, and Nathan Stump also played solid posting 38. Our two remaining league dual matches are this week at home on Tuesday vs Jackson (Akers West, 3pm) and Thursday vs East Lansing (Akers West, 3pm).

Win vs. Everett

Our record in CAAC play moved to 9-0 last week with a win over Everett. Matt Domagalski won medalist honors with a 2 under par score of 34, and Chris Luoma also played solid with a round of 37. Our match against Eastern was postponed due to rain, and will be played on Monday. We have big week coming up: At Eastern on Monday, home against Jackson on Tuesday, and home against East Lansing on Thursday.