Byron, IL – The Highland Community College Men's Golf Team made history once again, capturing their fourth Arrowhead Conference Championship at PrairieView Golf Course, marking their first conference championship since 2022. The Cougars battled it out in a field of nine teams and 51 players, finishing atop the leaderboard with a total score of 911 (+47) over three rounds.
The Cougars opened the tournament with their best round of the season, a stellar 298, followed by rounds of 308 and 305. Black Hawk College kept things exciting, mounting a late challenge and cutting Highland's lead to just one stroke with two holes remaining in the 54-hole competition. However, Highland held on, securing the victory by four strokes with Black Hawk finishing second at +51.
This victory adds to Highland's impressive history in the Arrowhead Conference, with previous titles won in 1983, 2006, 2007, and 2022. It also highlights the growing strength of the 2024 Cougars roster.
Standout Performances Lead the Way
Highland's success was a team effort, with five Cougars earning All-Conference honors. Leading the way for the Cougars was Francisco Roubineau, who finished second overall. His steady play, with rounds of 72-75-75, earned him a total score of 222 (+6). Freshman Luis Duffy was right behind, finishing in third place with rounds of 73-74-76 for a 223 (+7). Their outstanding performances were crucial in securing the title for the Cougars.
Coach Jazo's Outlook
Head Golf Coach Javier Jazo found that all 12 guys showed immense progress over the 2024 Fall Golf Season. Six Cougars had season best 18 hole rounds during the three round Conference Tournament. He says, "Scores gradually improved over the year and that is a testament to their dedication and hard-work they put in to improve everyday. I am so proud of all of their performances this semester."
Cougar Results
Francisco Roubineau: 72-75-75 (222) 2nd Place***
Luis Duffy: 73-74-76 (223) 3rd Place***
Roman Johnson: 73-82-78 (233) T9th Place***
Diego Yepez: 83-78-77 (238) T14th Place***
Parma Walker: 80-81-77 (238) T14th Place***
Zach Newcomer: 80-86-75 (241) 18th Place
Jared Dvorak: 85-78-86 (249) T23rd Place
Mauricio Jaramillo: 82-80-88 (250) T26th Place
Benja Sprenger: 88-80-86 (254) 33rd Place
Brady Read: 84-97-80 (261) T39th Place
Sebastian Pantich: 87-87-87 (261) T39th Place
Hayden Moon: 94-89-90 (273) 43rd Place
***Indicates All-Conference Selection.
Team Standings
1. Highland Orange: +47
2. Black Hawk Gold: +51
3. Black Hawk Black: +80
4. Illinois Valley: +92
5. Sauk Red: +93
6. Highland Blue: +118
7. Carl Sandburg: +120
8. Kishwaukee: +285
9. Sauk Black: DNF
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Go Cougars!
