Georgia Men's Golf Team Wins Ka'anapali Classic
The Georgia squad secured a victory in Hawaii by finishing at 23 under par to edge out Clemson.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Golf
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The Georgia men's golf team claimed the title at the Ka'anapali Classic in Hawaii with a tournament score of 23 under par. This performance secured the team's second tournament victory of the current season.
Why it matters
The win highlights the team's strong form as they look to build momentum across the current collegiate golf season. Consistent performances from the roster helped them narrowly best runner-up Clemson by one stroke.
Georgia recorded 66 total birdies throughout the tournament field, which featured 20 collegiate programs. Grayson Wood and Hampton Roberts both finished at 11 under par, while Drew Woolworth and James Earle finished at 6 and 5 under respectively.
The players
Grayson Wood
He is a member of the Georgia men's golf team who tied for first place in the individual standings at the Ka'anapali Classic.
Hampton Roberts
He is a golfer for the Georgia team who completed the tournament at 11 under par.
Drew Woolworth
He is a Georgia golfer who finished tied for seventh place at 6 under par.
James Earle
He is a member of the Georgia golf program who finished the tournament in ninth place at 5 under par.
The details
Georgia secured the lead after shooting 10 under in the second round of the tournament. Grayson Wood spearheaded the final effort, carding a 5-under 66 during the last round to tie for first place in individual standings.
Timeline
October 2026: Georgia won the Ka'anapali Classic.
February 2027: Georgia competes at the Gators Invitational.
Season Trajectory
This victory serves as the second tournament title for Georgia this season, placing them in a competitive position within the NCAA Division I men's golf landscape. The win bolsters the program's resume ahead of their next scheduled appearance at the Gators Invitational.
The team's success in Hawaii provides momentum for their upcoming tournament schedule. With two wins already on their record, the squad is positioning itself as a top contender for the remainder of the season.
The takeaway
Maintaining consistent birdie production across the entire roster proved essential to the team's narrow one-stroke margin of victory. Players looking to improve their performance can emulate Georgia's aggressive approach that yielded 66 birdies throughout the tournament.
What happens next
Georgia is scheduled to compete at the Gators Invitational in February 2027.
Further reading
For more updates on collegiate results, visit the Golf section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Red and Black.
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