The Tallulah Falls School golf teams returned to competition Wednesday following Spring Break, taking on Rivers Academy in a head-to-head matchup at The Orchard.
The Indians fell just short in the boys match, finishing with a team score of 240 compared to Rivers Academy’s 237.
Cantrell Leads the Way
Ryder Cantrell paced Tallulah Falls with a low round of 78. Tate Turpin followed with an 80, while Rylee Smith carded an 82 to round out the team’s scoring trio.
Several other Indians also saw action on the course, including Jayden Hangbo (87), Owen Earp (90), Max Pulliam (94), Kalvin Ngov (95), Emmitt Likins (100), Wyatt Dorsey (104), and Liam Burke (125).
Lady Indians Cut Short by Darkness
On the girls side, the Lady Indians were unable to complete their full round as darkness halted play after 14 holes.
Despite the shortened match, Tallulah Falls turned in solid early performances. Maeve Hatcher led the way with a 44 on the front nine, followed closely by Handley James with a 45. Alex Rokasko added a 54.
Building Toward Region Championship
Head coach CJ Stockel said the matchup provided valuable experience for the team as it prepares for postseason play.
“It was great to see our team compete against one of the top teams in the state,” Stockel said. “This is great preparation for the Region Championship on Monday, down in Monroe.”
With region competition looming, the Indians and Lady Indians will look to build on Wednesday’s performance as they head into one of the most important events of the season.
