DRIVE TIME — The Panthers’ Sam Grothem watches a tee shot during last week’s victory over Blooming Prairie at Riverview Golf Course. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)
By JODY WYNNEMER
Staff Writer
The best weather so far this spring was welcomed by the NRHEG Panther golf teams as both the boys and girls were victorious over the visiting Blossoms from Blooming Prairie Friday. The boys sneaked by 175-177, while the girls won handily 210-219.
BP’s Pat Jones was medalist on the boys side with a four-over-par 40. He was closely followed by Sam Grothem of NRHEG with a 41. Jon Walstrom (43,) Aaron Patraw (45) and Matt Nafe (46) rounded out the Panther scoring. Spencer Hanna (50) and Macoy Schwierjohann (51) comprised the balance of the varsity squad.
Michaela Hansen took advantage of the favorable weather and fired a season-best 47 for the Panther girls. Maddy Reed (52,) Hannah Moe (55) and Brina Bergland (56) contributed to the total team effort. Abbey Holland (60) and Jadyn Nelson (73) were fifth and sixth, respectively. The Blossoms’ Jeana Johnson led BP scoring with a 52.
“Michaela and Sam played awesome,” said coach Brad Root. “Everyone is doing better each match.”
The Panthers traveled to Blooming Prairie Tuesday, May 10 and on Friday, May 13, their road trip continues when they take on USC.
