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SMU Men's Golf Launches 2025 Season with High Hopes

9/14/2025

Summary

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SMU men's golf kicks off its 2025 season at the Jackson T. Stephens Cup in Lake Bluff, Illinois, seeking to enhance last year's results.
Seniors Zachary Kingsland and Will Sides lead the team, ranked No. 12 and No. 15 in the PGA Tour U rankings.
The Mustangs, with five seniors and three freshmen, hold the 27th spot in the Golfweek Division I Coaches Preseason Poll.
Last season, they reached the NCAA Regional and achieved notable finishes at the ACC Championship.
Kingsland and Sides focus on team success while exploring professional opportunities via the PGA Tour U platform.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the NCAA launched the PGA Tour U program to assist collegiate golfers in transitioning to professional careers. This initiative has notably benefited athletes like Zachary Kingsland and Will Sides, currently ranked No. 12 and No. 15, respectively. As the SMU Mustangs strive to build on their previous NCAA Regional appearance, the program's impact on collegiate golf continues to grow, shaping future opportunities for emerging players.

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Story summary

SMU men's golf kicks off its 2025 season at the Jackson T. Stephens Cup in Lake Bluff, Illinois, seeking to enhance last year's results.
Seniors Zachary Kingsland and Will Sides lead the team, ranked No. 12 and No. 15 in the PGA Tour U rankings.
The Mustangs, with five seniors and three freshmen, hold the 27th spot in the Golfweek Division I Coaches Preseason Poll.
Last season, they reached the NCAA Regional and achieved notable finishes at the ACC Championship.
Kingsland and Sides focus on team success while exploring professional opportunities via the PGA Tour U platform.

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