Midland College Ranks Third at Championship Preview
The team finished the second round with a total score of 570 at the NJCAA National Championship Preview tournament.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Golf
Midland College sits in third place after two rounds at the NJCAA National Championship Preview held at Hardscrabble Country Club. The team recorded a total score of 570 as they approach the final day of the event.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a key preview for the national championship, helping teams gauge their competitive standing against top regional opponents. It provides a crucial performance benchmark before the final round concludes the competition.
Midland College holds third place with a 570 total score, while individual competitor Kalle Blixt is tied for ninth with a 142 total. The tournament leaders are currently tied at 134.
The players
Midland College
Midland College is a public community college based in Texas that fields competitive athletic programs.
Kalle Blixt
Kalle Blixt is a collegiate golfer currently competing for Midland College.
The details
Midland College posted rounds of 286 and 284 to secure their current position at the Fort Smith, Arkansas course. Individually, Grant Hatzenbuehler, Hugo Duquaine, and Fridolin Michel share the top of the leaderboard.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: The final round of the tournament takes place.
Season Trajectory
This event acts as a critical dress rehearsal for the upcoming NJCAA National Championship, helping teams solidify their rosters and strategies. High finishes here often predict which programs will maintain momentum heading into the spring postseason.
Midland College must overcome a five-stroke deficit against Odessa College in the final round to improve their position. Kalle Blixt remains in the hunt for a top-ten individual finish entering the final day of play.
The takeaway
Performance at this preview tournament provides an essential measurement of team readiness for the upcoming national season. Coaches and players will use these results to refine their approach before the championship tournament begins.
What happens next
The tournament concludes with a final round on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local collegiate results, visit Midland Golf.
