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The Florida State men’s golf team showcased their skills at the Watersound Invitational, finishing in fourth place with a remarkable score of 9-under par over three days of competition. Tyler Weaver led the Seminoles with an impressive tie for fourth individually, shooting 8-under par across 54 holes. This performance placed them ahead of several top-ranked teams. The team continues to build on their excellence as they prepare for their next challenge at the Cabo Collegiate.
Florida State Men’s Golf Achieves Fourth Place at Watersound Invitational
In an exciting finish at the Watersound Invitational, the Florida State men’s golf team ended up in a commendable fourth place on February 18, 2026. This tournament took place at the stunning Watersound Club in Panama City Beach, showcasing some of the best collegiate golf talent across the nation. The Seminoles displayed an impressive team effort, landing a cumulative score of 9-under par (831) across the three-day competition. They truly showed their mettle by outperforming a number of highly-ranked teams.
Seminoles’ Strong Team Showing
Throughout the tournament, the Florida State team worked together beautifully, scoring rounds of 276, 277, and 278, solidifying their 9-under 831 total. This noteworthy performance not only placed them ahead of rivals like No. 10 Ole Miss and No. 11 Alabama (who finished fifth and eighth respectively), but also showcased their resilience and skill on the challenging course. The championship title for the Watersound Invitational ultimately went to Arkansas, ranked No. 8, who finished at 19-under par (821). Just behind them was No. 3 Vanderbilt, the runner-up, with a score of 18-under par (822), and TCU sliding into third place with a score of 10-under par (830).
Tyler Weaver’s Individual Excellence
Taking center stage for the Seminoles was none other than Tyler Weaver, who delivered an exceptional performance, tying for fourth place individually. He finished the tournament with an outstanding score of 8-under par (202) over the 54 holes, playing rounds of 67, 70, and a captivating bogey-free 65 in the final round. This last round tied his personal best and featured five birdies, three of which came during a thrilling back nine. This achievement marked Weaver’s ninth career top-10 finish, solidifying his status as a rising star in collegiate golf.
Other Noteworthy Florida State Performances and Future Schedule
But it wasn’t just Weaver shining on the course. Several other Florida State players delivered noteworthy performances at the Watersound Invitational, ensuring a strong team showing. Jack Bigham and Carson Brewer both secured a tie for 21st place with a score of 1-under par (209). Bigham played his final round at an even-par 70, while Brewer finished with a score of 72. Meanwhile, Andrew McLauchlan kept up his pace and scored his best round of the tournament on the final day, finishing at 1-over 71. Competing as an individual, Patrick McCann set his season ablaze with his lowest score of 68 in the final round, featuring an eagle on the par-five ninth hole, which saw him finish tied for 38th at 2-over par (212). This exciting tournament unfolded on the challenging Third Golf Course at the Watersound Club, which definitely tested the players’ skills.
Looking ahead, the Florida State men’s golf team is set to take on their next challenge at the Cabo Collegiate, scheduled for March 1-3. It promises to be another thrilling event for the Seminoles, and golf enthusiasts nationwide will eagerly look forward to seeing how they perform.
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