Auburn takes General Hackler Championship
March 14, 2022 | by Jim Young of AmateurGolf.com
see also: Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, View results for General Hackler Championship, The Dunes Golf & Beach Club
Auburn comes from five off the pace to win the General Hackler Championship in Myrtle Beach
The Auburn Tigers picked the right time to dial in one of their lowest rounds in school history on Monday at the The Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach, S.C..
On the strength of Evan Vo's course-record tying 8-under 64, the Tigers shot 17-under 271 over the final round of the General Hackler Championship to emerge with the team title. By carding the third-lowest round in school history, Auburn erased a five-stroke deficit at the start of the day to earn a three-stroke win over South Carolina.
In addition to Vo's 64, the Tigers also counted a pair of 68s by Kentucky Amateur champion J.M. Butler and Austin Coggin, along with a 71 from Brendan Valdes. The Tiger's hot round carried down to Alex Vogelsong, who shot a final-round 66 as an individual entry.
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen
"Our guys played really well, but most importantly they competed," said Auburn head coach Nick Clinard. "They were fun to watch for myself and coach (Chris) Williams. We're starting to piece everything we've learned thus far together. When we're able to do that, we're going to be a really dangerous team."
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen of Oklahoma State, competing as an individual, claimed medalist honors at 12-under 204. After opening with a 1-over 73, Neergaard-Petersen set a course record with a 8-under 64 during his second round to vault into contention. He then closed with a 67 to earn a one-stroke victory over Vo and Algot Kleen of East Tennessee State.
Auburn Athletic Communcations contributed to this report.
On the strength of Evan Vo's course-record tying 8-under 64, the Tigers shot 17-under 271 over the final round of the General Hackler Championship to emerge with the team title. By carding the third-lowest round in school history, Auburn erased a five-stroke deficit at the start of the day to earn a three-stroke win over South Carolina.
In addition to Vo's 64, the Tigers also counted a pair of 68s by Kentucky Amateur champion J.M. Butler and Austin Coggin, along with a 71 from Brendan Valdes. The Tiger's hot round carried down to Alex Vogelsong, who shot a final-round 66 as an individual entry.
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen of Oklahoma State, competing as an individual, claimed medalist honors at 12-under 204. After opening with a 1-over 73, Neergaard-Petersen set a course record with a 8-under 64 during his second round to vault into contention. He then closed with a 67 to earn a one-stroke victory over Vo and Algot Kleen of East Tennessee State.
Auburn Athletic Communcations contributed to this report.
Results: General Hackler Championship
| Place | Player | Location | Pts | Scores |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | , Denmark | 600 | 73-64-67=204 | |
| T2 | Austin, TX | 400 | 71-70-64=205 | |
| T2 | , Sweden | 400 | 68-69-68=205 | |
| 4 | Louisville, KY | 300 | 68-70-68=206 | |
| 5 | Brielle, NJ | 300 | 73-68-66=207 |
About the General Hackler Championship
54 hole men's college tournament hosted by Coastal Carolina University. Team (best four scores out of five players each day) and individual competitions.
Most Popular Articles
Rory McIlroy Wins 2026 Seminole Pro-Member With Dad Gerry
Mar 2, 2026Rory McIlroy added another trophy to the mantle on golf’s most exclusive Monday, teaming with father Gerry at Seminole Golf Club.
U.S. Open Qualifying 2026: Local & Final Qualifying Sites for Shinnecock
Feb 19, 2026The road to Shinnecock Hills begins in April as 110 local qualifying sites and 13 final qualifying venues are set.
FINAL RESULTS: Gasparilla Invitational 2026
Feb 21, 2026Hayes Brown wins Gasparilla at 2-under, edging Peyton White by one, while Jeff Frazier claims the Senior title at Palma Ceia.
Yunseo Yang Wins Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific at Royal Wellington Golf Club
Feb 15, 2026Yunseo Yang makes history as Korea’s first WAAP champion, earning major exemptions with a dominant win.
If You’re Entering the U.S. Open, Read This First: 2026 Qualifying Explained
Feb 16, 2026110 locals. One Longest Day. Zero margin. Here’s what you need to know before filing for the 2026 U.S. Open.