Boys Golf

2025 Season Preview

Spring is upon us and the Royal golf team is back on the course. After the loss of two senior starters, there is a lot of room for hard work to pay off. There are many players who have put in a lot of effort in the offseason. Returning senior Keegan Rund has led the charge and set a good example for the younger players to follow. He is a player to look out for in 2025! Fellow senior Noah Irwin is poised to pick up right where he left off last spring and is taking steps to play even better this year. The final post-season returning golfer is sophomore Kolton Bertram. Through freshman nerves, he was able to shoot a 79 at sectionals and has continued his efforts to improve on that score this year.

The Royals also return seniors Casey Newett, who is vying for a varsity spot, and Andrew Barkley. Most people think of junior Chuck Dugan as a football player, but he plays a pretty good round of golf too. He has worked very hard and is hoping to play at the varsity level this year. Junior Alex Maled is a redemption story. After not making the roster his freshman year, he has worked tirelessly and has potential to play varsity this spring.

The sophomore class is a talented bunch. In addition to Kolton, Gabe Sulit has brought the energy and is eyeing a varsity spot. Jaxson Lawson showed promise his freshman year and will have an opportunity to fight with the group for playing time. The Royals have a unique opportunity with an experienced Sam Eckhart who moved from Virginia and will make an immediate impact. His past credentials predict that he will have a tremendous opportunity to battle for the number one spot.

Two new freshmen will be joining the roster, and both are showing an ability to get starts at the varsity level. Jagger Rund has shown that he already has a game that could vie for varsity time. Jimmy Kessenich brings a lot of club speed and a good set of hands with him. This is the deepest the Royals golf team has been in quite some time. This will be a very fun and very competitive year!