Coalville, Utah, September 15, 2025
News Summary
The Arizona State University men’s golf team celebrates a thrilling win at the Sahalee Players Championship, edging Texas by one stroke. Looking ahead, they aim to maintain momentum at the upcoming Wohali Classic in Utah. Senior All-American Michael Mjaaseth played a pivotal role in securing the victory, and with a competitive lineup, ASU is well-poised for the challenges that lie ahead. The Wohali Classic promises to test their skills against a strong 14-team field, making it a crucial moment in their fall season.
Tempe — Sun Devils Turn Heads After Sahalee Win, Head to Wohali Classic
Big win in Washington. Bigger plans in Utah.
The Sun Devil men’s golf team is riding high after a gritty win at the Sahalee Players Championship on September 6-7, 2025, and now they’re packing their clubs for the Wohali Classic on September 15-16. This feels like one of those momentum swings that can define a fall season — close, dramatic, and full of storylines.
At Sahalee, ASU edged out a tough field and held off the preseason No. 3-ranked Texas by one stroke to take the title in a 12-team event. It didn’t come easy. The match swung back and forth, and the team leaned on experience when the chips were down.
Senior leadership sealed the deal
Senior All-American Michael Mjaaseth played a huge role. He capped the tournament with a birdie on the final hole that helped lock the championship. Mjaaseth finished tied for fourth at 1-under 215 (69-72-74), marking his eleventh career top-10 finish — the kind of steady presence teams live for in close events.
Next stop: Wohali Course in Coalville
The team now shifts gears to the Wohali Classic, hosted by Utah and set for September 15-16 at the dramatic Wohali Course in Coalville. This course will test length and patience: it stretches out to a massive 7,873 yards and plays to a par of 71. With tight fairways and a long setup, course management will be as important as ball-striking.
The Wohali Classic lines up a 14-team field including ASU, BYU, Cal Poly, Colorado State, Georgia Southern, Kansas State, New Mexico, Oregon State, San Diego, San Diego State, Tarleton State, UCLA, and UNLV. It’s a solid mix of regional rivals and national programs — the kind of field that gives a clear picture of where a team stands early in the season.
Roster notes: who’s leading the charge
ASU will bring a group anchored by Mjaaseth along with Fifa Laopakdee, Connor Williams, and two Utah freshmen who will get a little homecoming flavor: Bowen Mauss and Boston Bracken. Those young players could feed off local support and that extra bit of comfort on Max’s day.
The program did lose some big contributors from recent seasons: All-Americans Preston Summerhays and Josele Ballester are no longer in the lineup. Their departures leave room for others to step up and for new leaders to emerge as the fall schedule ramps up.
Some players head to Soldier Hollow; others to Illini Invitational
Not everyone will be in Coalville. Teammates Peer Wernicke and Kent Karlstrom will tee it up at the Soldier Hollow Invitational on the same dates. After Wohali, ASU will have a quick turnaround and head to the Illini Invitational at Olympia Fields from September 19-21, 2025. Busy stretch, and an early-season gauntlet that will show depth and stamina.
What to watch at Wohali
- Length test: At nearly 8,000 yards, Wohali rewards long, accurate tee shots and punishes short clubs into greens.
- Local freshmen: Bowen Mauss and Boston Bracken will have crowd advantages and course familiarity that can matter in tight leaderboards.
- Depth of roster: With Summerhays and Ballester gone, how the next five step up will determine ASU’s fall trajectory.
- Quick turnarounds: Back-to-back travel with Soldier Hollow and Olympia Fields on the calendar will test recovery and lineup flexibility.
Bottom line
The Sahalee win gives ASU momentum and confidence. The Wohali Classic will be a tougher measuring stick because of the course’s length and the depth of competition. Keep an eye on Mjaaseth — he’s the steady hand — and the two Utah freshmen for spark and local interest. If the Sun Devils keep playing like they did at Sahalee, they’ll be a dangerous team all fall.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tournament did ASU recently win?
The Sun Devil men’s golf team won the Sahalee Players Championship held September 6-7, 2025.
Who was the big player for ASU at Sahalee?
Senior All-American Michael Mjaaseth played a key role and finished tied for fourth at 1-under 215 (69-72-74). He sealed the win with a birdie on the final hole.
When and where is the Wohali Classic?
The Wohali Classic is scheduled for September 15-16, 2025, at the Wohali Course in Coalville. The course plays to a par 71 and stretches 7,873 yards.
Which teams will compete in the Wohali Classic?
The 14-team field includes ASU, BYU, Cal Poly, Colorado State, Georgia Southern, Kansas State, New Mexico, Oregon State, San Diego, San Diego State, Tarleton State, UCLA, and UNLV.
Are any Sun Devil players not going to Wohali?
Yes. Peer Wernicke and Kent Karlstrom will compete at the Soldier Hollow Invitational on the same dates. The ASU lineup at Wohali will include Mjaaseth, Fifa Laopakdee, Connor Williams, Bowen Mauss, and Boston Bracken.
What’s next after the Wohali Classic?
ASU will quickly move on to the Illini Invitational at Olympia Fields, scheduled for September 19-21, 2025.
Quick Reference Table
| Event | Dates | Location / Course | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahalee Players Championship | Sept 6-7, 2025 | Sahalee (Washington) | ASU won by one stroke over Texas; Mjaaseth birdied final hole |
| Wohali Classic | Sept 15-16, 2025 | Wohali Course, Coalville — Par 71, 7,873 yards | 14-team field; ASU roster includes Mauss, Bracken, Laopakdee, Williams, Mjaaseth |
| Soldier Hollow Invitational | Sept 15-16, 2025 | Soldier Hollow | Peer Wernicke and Kent Karlstrom representing ASU |
| Illini Invitational | Sept 19-21, 2025 | Olympia Fields | ASU’s next event after Wohali; quick turnaround |
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