CHANUTE — The Iola High golf team took fifth place as a team at the Chanute Invitational on Monday afternoon.
The Mustangs shot a team score of 356. Independence, Chanute and Pittsburg earned the top three placements. Iola’s top placer was Xander Sellman, who took fifth place overall after shooting an 80.
In front of him was Indy’s Ethan Small in first place, Pittsburg’s MJ Lowe in second, Chanute’s Jake Caldwell in third place and Independence’s Jake Mavers finished in fourth.
“He (Xander) was really smooth today, giving himself several good looks at birdies but just lipping out and making par,” Iola head coach Jeremy Sellman said. “His short game was the difference in the last couple events which has kept him in the hunt on the leader board.”
Brennen Coffield took ninth after shooting an 83.
“Brennen was really good at scrambling today,” said Coach Sellman. “He found himself in some tough positions but pushed through and made some key putts to make a par. Brennen really does a great job of keeping his game polished on the greens.”
Chris Holloway tied for 25th place overall after shooting a 94.
“Today was a slow play kind of day and he struggled with that but kept his composure and finished the day strong,” Sellman said. “Chris has been implementing some new swing techniques and is kind of hit and miss but his mental game and his putter kept him competitive today.”
Ethan Harris tied for 33rd after finishing shooting a 99, a personal-best.
“Having Ethan hit his stride late in the season is a big advantage going into regionals,” said Sellman. “This kid never lets a bad shot get him down and just pushes through and competes.”
Baron Folk placed 38th after shooting a 101.
“Baron struggled early today with contact of the ball but righted the ship to finish on some positive things to close out the day,” Sellman added. “I know Baron will find his groove again. I’m not worried.”
Parker Andres shot a 134 to finish in 44th.
“Parker struggled with the heat and tight lies on the course but made some really good shots late to help his confidence going forward,” Sellman explained. “I look for good things to come for him as he continues to develop his game.”
Iola was in Anderson County Tuesday. Results were not available at press time.
