Richmond, Kentucky, September 20, 2025
News Summary
The Morehead State men’s golf team is set to compete in the Colonel Shootout, taking place in Richmond, Kentucky. With the event highlighting a par 70 course, players will be challenged to navigate tight fairways and strategically manage their game. The team aims to improve upon their previous performance, sending a strong lineup of athletes and offering individual competitors a chance to shine as they face off against regional rivals. Expect an action-packed weekend as they battle for leaderboard position and local bragging rights.
Richmond, Kentucky — Morehead State Men’s Golf Gears Up for a Weekend Throwdown
Grab your calendars and a scorecard: The Morehead State men’s golf team is heading to the Colonel Shootout this weekend. The event runs on September 20-21 in Richmond, Kentucky, and it promises a compact, competitive test at a course that rewards precision over power.
Course, format and a quick look at what’s ahead
The tournament will take place at the University Club at Arlington, which is a 6,714-yard, par 70 course. Expect tight fairways, small targets and a few risk-reward holes where smart play will pay off. The first two rounds of the Colonel Shootout will occur on Saturday, with the final round scheduled for Sunday, giving teams a fast-paced weekend where mistakes are costly and momentum matters.
Lineup to watch
Morehead State is sending a solid group. The tournament lineup lists:
- Remy Stalcup
- Logan Liles
- Seamus Bogan
- Logan McCormick
- Colten Wilson
- Gavin Augenstein
Additional individual competitors that will tee it up include Evan Taylor, Clifton Scully, and Jace Patrick. Depth matters in these quick events—any of those names could climb the leaderboard if they find a groove.
Who’s in the field?
The Colonel Shootout features inter-state competition, including teams from Eastern Kentucky, Kentucky State, Pikeville, Centre, Kentucky, and Louisville. Non-Kentucky schools participating include Marshall, Longwood, Prairie View A&M, Mercyhurst, and Tennessee State. Expect regional bragging rights and intense local rivalries to spice up the leaderboard.
Where Morehead State stands
The team recently finished 14th at the JT Poston Invitational, which took place from September 14-16. That outing gave the squad a benchmark and some holes to learn from. The Colonel Shootout is the next chance to tighten up and show improvement—this event will be the Eagles’ second of their fall campaign.
Coach and strategy
Morehead State’s Head Coach Matthew Martin expressed excitement about the opportunity for players to compete and the unique challenges of the Arlington course compared to their recent tournament in North Carolina. The message from the staff is clear: focus on course management, take smart lines, and treat every par as a victory. With a compact two-day grind followed by a final day, teams that can handle pressure and recover from mistakes will be the ones near the top Sunday afternoon.
What fans should watch
- Which of the lineup players finds early momentum on Saturday.
- How Morehead State’s short-game holds up on a par 70 course that rewards precision.
- Whether any individual competitors break into the top ranks and shake up the team scoring.
It’s a quick-turn event, but one packed with storylines: local rivalries, non-Kentucky challengers, and a chance for Morehead State to climb after the JT Poston result. Expect hard swings, smart decisions and a leaderboard that could shift with every birdie putt.
FAQ
When is the Colonel Shootout?
The Morehead State men’s golf team will participate in the Colonel Shootout held on September 20-21 in Richmond, Kentucky.
Where will the tournament be played and what is the course like?
The tournament will take place at the University Club at Arlington, which is a 6,714-yard, par 70 course.
Who did Morehead State recently compete against and how did they place?
The team recently finished 14th at the JT Poston Invitational, which took place from September 14-16.
When are the rounds scheduled?
The first two rounds of the Colonel Shootout will occur on Saturday, with the final round scheduled for Sunday.
Is this an early-season event for Morehead State?
The tournament’s event will be the Eagles’ second of their fall campaign.
What did the coach say about the trip?
Morehead State’s Head Coach Matthew Martin expressed excitement about the opportunity for players to compete and the unique challenges of the Arlington course compared to their recent tournament in North Carolina.
Which teams will be at the Colonel Shootout?
The Colonel Shootout features inter-state competition, including teams from Eastern Kentucky, Kentucky State, Pikeville, Centre, Kentucky, and Louisville. Non-Kentucky schools participating include Marshall, Longwood, Prairie View A&M, Mercyhurst, and Tennessee State.
Quick Reference Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Colonel Shootout |
| Dates | September 20-21 |
| Location | Richmond, Kentucky |
| Course | University Club at Arlington — 6,714-yard, par 70 |
| Morehead State Lineup | 1. Remy Stalcup 2. Logan Liles 3. Seamus Bogan 4. Logan McCormick 5. Colten Wilson 6. Gavin Augenstein |
| Individual Competitors | Evan Taylor, Clifton Scully, Jace Patrick |
| Recent Result | 14th at the JT Poston Invitational (September 14-16) |
| Rounds | First two rounds on Saturday; final round on Sunday |
No frills: just the facts, the faces, and the fairways. If you follow college golf, this weekend’s Colonel Shootout is one to watch for momentum swings and breakout rounds from Morehead State hopefuls.
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- Morehead State Eagles
- Eastern Kentucky Sports
- UK Athletics
- WKU Sports
- Drive, Chip and Putt
- Wikipedia: Golf
- Google Search: men’s golf Kentucky
- Google Scholar: college golf Kentucky
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Golf
- Google News: Kentucky golf news
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