Alabama Men's Golf Won Ben Hogan Invitational
The Crimson Tide surged in the final round to overcome a two-stroke deficit and claim victory.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Golf
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The Alabama men's golf team secured a first-place finish at the Ben Hogan Collegiate Invitational after an 11-under-par final round. The Crimson Tide surpassed Auburn to win the tournament while defeating 13 top-25 teams in the process.
Why it matters
The victory highlights Alabama's competitive standing against the nation's elite collegiate programs. By overcoming a deficit against top-10 opponents, the team has bolstered its early-season momentum.
Nick Gross and William Jennings tied for third place at 2-under-par, while Bailey Sutter secured ninth place at 1-over-par. Nick Gross also achieved a career-best 54-hole tournament score of 208.
The players
Alabama Crimson Tide
The intercollegiate athletic teams representing the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
Nick Gross
A golfer for the University of Alabama who recorded a career-best 54-hole score of 208 at the invitational.
William Jennings
A golfer for the University of Alabama who led the tournament field in par 4 scoring.
Bailey Sutter
An Alabama golfer who earned SEC Freshman of the Week honors following his performance at the tournament.
The details
Entering the final round in second place, Alabama trailed Auburn by two strokes after 36 holes. The team ultimately shot an 11-under-par round on Tuesday to capture the title with three golfers finishing in the top 10.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: The tournament concluded on Tuesday.
September 30, 2026: Bailey Sutter earned SEC Freshman of the Week honors.
October 17, 2026: Alabama returns to action at the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational.
Season Trajectory
This victory significantly strengthens Alabama's position within the Southeastern Conference's men's golf circuit. The win over multiple top-10 programs serves as a major boost to the team's postseason resume.
Three Alabama golfers finished in the top 10, providing a significant boost to the team's standing in the national rankings. The performance validates the team's depth heading into the next leg of their fall schedule.
The takeaway
The team's ability to close a two-stroke deficit demonstrates the high level of clutch play present in this year's roster. Consistency in par 4 and par 5 scoring remains the primary metric for their continued success.
What happens next
Alabama will return to competition at the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational on October 17, 2026.
Further reading
For more on the current season performance, visit Golf.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Crimson White.
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