District title within reach for SHS golfers
Published 9:31 am Friday, September 23, 2011
FRANKLIN—Southampton High School’s golf team had to win Thursday’s match to take the Southside District title and qualify the entire team for the regional tournament. As of press time, results were not available.
SHS Golfer Tyler Peck prepares to hit a drive Tuesday at Cypress Cove Country Club in Franklin. -- Don Bridgers | Tidewater News
The Indians on Tuesday placed second with a 178 behind Park View with a 166. Southampton’s record fell to 4-3, and Park View improved its standings to 3-4. Assuming Park View won on Thursday, the teams will end up in a tie for the season.
The tie will be broken during the 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 26, District Championship tournament at South Hill Golf Course. The winning team will advance to the regional tournament.
During Tuesday’s match, Southampton’s Billy Britton shot a 37, one over par, for second place. Lewis Mayes shot a 40 for fifth place.
“The rest didn’t play very good. They were in the 50s on our home course,” said Coach William “Buddy” Whitehurst.