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Ardrey Kell High School’s golf team clinched victory in the 4A West Regional Golf Tournament, edging out Charlotte Catholic by just two strokes. Jack Pelletier and Neel Ladde both scored 73 at Brushy Mountain Golf Club, helping their team finish with a total score of 301. Standout performer Will Hartman from Charlotte Catholic shot the tournament’s only subpar round with a score of 69. The win sends Ardrey Kell, alongside Charlotte Catholic and Hough, to the upcoming 4A State Golf Championship in Pinehurst.
Taylorsville, NC – Ardrey Kell High School’s golf team, led by Jack Pelletier and Neel Ladde, won the 4A West Regional Golf Tournament by narrowly defeating Charlotte Catholic. Both players delivered remarkable performances, each finishing the day with a score of 73 at Brushy Mountain Golf Club, which has a par of 72. Ardrey Kell finished the tournament with a total team score of 301, just edging out Charlotte Catholic’s score of 303. Hough High School took third place with a team score of 305.
The standout performer of the day was Charlotte Catholic’s senior, Will Hartman, who shot the only subpar round of the tournament with a score of 69, earning him the title of medalist for the event. Although Hartman’s outstanding performance helped him individually, it was not enough to push Charlotte Catholic past Ardrey Kell in the team competition. The victory secures Ardrey Kell’s place alongside Charlotte Catholic and Hough as they all advance to the upcoming 4A State Golf Championship.
Upcoming State Championship Details
The 4A State Golf Championship is scheduled for next Monday and Tuesday at Pinehurst courses No. 2 and No. 8. This prestigious tournament will feature the top teams from across the state, including team champions from various regions. In addition to Ardrey Kell, Charlotte Catholic, and Hough, Marvin Ridge emerged victorious in the 4A Midwest Regional with an impressive total score of 280, which is 8-under-par.
Marvin Ridge’s team included a mix of talent, featuring two freshmen, a sophomore, and a senior, showcasing the depth of their golf program. Other regional champions from the Charlotte area include Stuart Cramer in the 3A West category, Pine Lake Prep in the 2A West, and Christ the King in the 1A West. These teams will also compete at state championship tournaments scheduled across different venues, including Gates Four Club in Fayetteville for 3A, Pinehurst No. 6 for 2A, and Longleaf Golf and Family Club in Southern Pines for 1A.
Summary of Regional Scores
The following is a brief summary of team scores from the various regional tournaments held:
- Brushy Mountain Golf Club: Ardrey Kell (301), Charlotte Catholic (303), Hough (305)
- Stonebridge Golf Club: Marvin Ridge (280), West Forsyth (283), Grimsley (294)
- Waynesville Golf Club: Stuart Cramer (301), East Lincoln (305), Fred T. Foard (305)
- Monroe Country Club: Oak Grove (293), Lake Norman Charter (317), Piedmont (325)
- River Bend YMCA Golf Club: Pine Lake Prep (308), East Rutherford (317), Bandys (328)
- Northstone Country Club: Christ the King (316), Thomas Jefferson Academy (346), Polk County (350)
- Cedarbrook Country Club: Mount Airy (320), Union Academy (322), Bishop McGuinness (331)
Individual qualifiers from various schools also competed for a chance to join their teams at the state championship. Notable performances included George Fisher from Myers Park, who shot 72, and Jonathan Caulder from Providence, who finished with a score of 75. The competitive spirit displayed in these regional tournaments sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting 4A State Golf Championship in Pinehurst.
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