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Saturday, April 18, 2026
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James and Godwin Stun Top Seeds at Port Royal
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The 2026 Bermuda Match Play Championship was turned on its head at Port Royal Golf Course as a day of dramatic upsets and marathon matches saw the tournament’s heavyweights tumble out of the bracket.
After a morning plagued by thunder showers, the sun eventually broke through the Southampton clouds, but for the top seeds, the weather was the least of their worries. In a day defined by "giant-killing" performances, the Men's Championship and Senior divisions were blown wide open ahead of Sunday’s semi-finals.
The biggest shock of the day came in the quarter-finals when James Godwin produced the performance of a lifetime to dismantle top seed Jarryd Dillas. Dillas, who had looked imperious in his 5 & 4 morning victory over Scott Barnett, found himself on the back foot against an inspired Godwin. Maintaining his composure across the iconic cliffside stretch, Godwin sealed a 3 & 1 victory to send the defending champion packing.
He wasn't the only top seed to fall. In the Senior Men's Division, Christopher Phillips orchestrated a masterful 3 & 1 win over number one seed Sheldon Chychrun. With second seed Craig Christensen also suffering a heavy 8 & 7 defeat at the hands of Alec Anderson, the senior bracket will see a completely fresh set of faces battling for the title tomorrow.
The Round of 16 in the morning provided a glimpse of the drama to come, with two matches requiring extra holes to find a winner. Robbie Bailey outlasted Andrew MacFarlane in a 19-hole thriller, while Daniel Holland survived a 20-hole odyssey against Dan Roy to keep his hopes alive.
However, the physical toll of those extra holes appeared to weigh on the victors. Bailey was subsequently brushed aside 6 & 5 by Jonathan James in the quarters, while Holland eventually succumbed to a 2-up defeat against the teenage sensation Oliver Betschart. Betschart, a Port Royal specialist who recently made history on the junior circuit, remains the highest-ranked seed left in the competition after a dominant day that included an 8 & 6 demolition of Lewis MacFarlane.
The stage is now set for a fascinating Sunday of high-stakes match play. In the Men’s Championship, the giant-killer Godwin faces the clinical James, while second seed Arman Newton—who battled through a tough 3 & 2 win over Johnny Bart—takes on the momentum-heavy Betschart.
In the Senior ranks, Phillips will look to continue his underdog run against Ian Page, who edged a 1-up nail-biter earlier in the day. On the other side of the bracket, the dominant Alec Anderson faces Geoffrey Piggott in what promises to be a battle of attrition.
With the favorites watching from the gallery, Port Royal is poised to crown a new set of champions in what has become one of the most unpredictable Match Play championships in recent memory.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026
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Muso Secures Top-20 Finish as McDaniel Take Fifth
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Golfer Daniel Muso helped McDaniel College secure a top-five finish at the Fred B. Kravetz Invitational, battling through a demanding final round at the Irondequoit Country Club.
The Green Terror squad finished the tournament with a collective team score of 35-over-par, enough to cement fifth place in a competitive field. For Muso, the weekend was a showcase of resilience on a course that punished anything less than total precision.
Following a steady opening round, Muso carded a six-over-par 76 on the final day. His scorecard reflected the "up and down" nature of the Rochester layout, featuring two birdies and nine pars. However, a testing stretch on the back nine saw him record six bogeys and a costly double bogey, bringing his tournament total to eight-over-par.
Despite the late setbacks, the Bermudian’s performance was enough to earn him a share of 17th place on the individual leaderboard. It marks another consistent outing for Muso, who remains one of the most reliable scoring assets for the McDaniel program as they move into the heart of the spring season.
The team will now look to build on this solid foundation as they prepare for the upcoming conference championships, with Muso expected to play a leading role in their pursuit of silverware.
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Friday, April 17, 2026
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Muso Leads McDaniel Charge at Kravetz Invitational
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Golfer Daniel Muso helped steer his McDaniel College teammates into a competitive position after a challenging opening round at the Fred B. Kravetz Invitational.
The Green Terror squad ended the first day of play in fourth place overall, with Muso emerging as a standout performer on the individual leaderboard. Muso carded a steady two-over-par 74 to finish the round in a tie for twelfth place, keeping himself well within striking distance of the leaders heading into the final stages of the tournament.
His performance was a study in resilience and balance as he navigated the demanding course conditions. Muso’s round was highlighted by three birdies which helped offset a series of five bogeys. His ability to find consistency was further demonstrated by ten pars, ensuring he remained near the top of the standings despite the occasional setback on the greens.
With McDaniel currently locked in a battle for a podium finish, Muso’s form will be pivotal for the team’s aspirations. The squad will look to capitalize on Muso's momentum as they aim to climb the rankings and close the gap on the frontrunners in the second round of action.
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Friday, April 17, 2026
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Dillas & Chychrun Lead the Way as Match Play Brackets Set
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Jarryd Dillas and Sheldon Chychrun have secured the top seeding positions at the 2026 Bermuda Match Play Championship after a challenging day of stroke play at the iconic Port Royal Golf Course.
In the Men’s Championship Division, Jarryd Dillas demonstrated his class on the undulating greens of Southampton, navigating the coastal winds to sign for a one-over-par 72. His steady performance ensures he enters the knockout phase as the man to beat. Close on his heels was Arman Newton, fresh off his Talcott Cedarberry Bowl win and is the youngest competitor at 12 years old in the men’s championship claimed the second seed with a resilient round of 73, while the young and talented Oliver Betschart secured the third spot following a three-over-par 74.
The Senior Men’s Division was equally competitive, though the scoring reflected the difficult afternoon conditions. Sheldon Chychrun proved to be the most consistent performer in the field, finishing at seven-over-par 78 to take the number one seed. Craig Christensen finished two strokes back at nine-over to claim the second position, while Steven Perry rounded out the top three with a ten-over-par 81.
With the stroke play qualifying now complete, the stage is set for a weekend of intense match play. Under the tournament’s traditional format, the top seeds will now face those at the bottom of the qualifying ladder in a winner-takes-all battle for a place in the quarter-finals.
The Men’s Championship Division will see top seed Jarryd Dillas take on the sixteenth-ranked Scott Barnett in the opening round. Other notable pairings include second seed Arman Newton facing Craig Brown, and Oliver Betschart going up against Lewis MacFarlane. In the heart of the bracket, Andrew MacFarlane meets Robbie Bailey, while Sa-Qui Robinson takes on Jonathan James. Daniel Holland is slated to face Dan Roy, Steven Almeida meets Johnny Bart, and James Godwin rounds out the draw against Townsend Jackson.
In the Senior Men’s Division, the quarter-final bracket is led by Sheldon Chychrun, who will face the eighth seed Christopher Phillips. Second seed Craig Christensen is matched against Alec Anderson, while third seed Steven Perry takes on Geoffrey Piggott. The final pairing in the senior bracket will see fourth-ranked Michael McCrimmon battle Ian Page for a spot in the semi-finals.
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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Lehigh Find Consistency at Rutgers Ahead of Championship
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Lehigh University’s women’s golf team secured a solid mid-pack finish at the Rutgers Invitational, providing a vital final tune-up before the high-stakes Patriot League Championship.
Competing at the Rutgers University Golf Course, the Mountain Hawks demonstrated remarkable consistency across the 54-hole tournament. The team carded a final-round 322 to finish with a three-day total of 968, mirroring their opening-round effort and placing them in a tie for 11th in a competitive 16-team field.
Crucially, Lehigh finished level with fellow Patriot League rivals Boston University, setting the stage for a tight battle when the conference title is on the line next week.
While the squad battled through the technical demands of the course, Bermuda’s Sienna Mosquera was a notable presence on the sidelines. The sophomore, who has been a key part of the program's development, watched on as her teammates navigated the final 18 holes. Her support from the gallery comes at a pivotal moment, with the team looking to sharpen their short game ahead of their post-season debut.
The Mountain Hawks' scoring pattern (322-324-322) suggests a team capable of holding their nerve under pressure, a trait they will undoubtedly need as they transition into championship mode. With the Rutgers Invitational now in the books, the focus shifts entirely to the Patriot League Championship, where the lessons learned this weekend will be put to the ultimate test.
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