University of Washington
Bandon Dunes Championship
Hughes, Huskies Beat Winds (and the Field) At Bandon Dunes
March 12, 2011 | Men's Golf
March 12, 2011
BANDON DUNES -- The Husky men's golf team withstood brutal winds and a rain-delay to win the Bandon Dunes Championship by eight strokes, thanks largely to an amazing two-day performance from tournament winner Charlie Hughes.
The winds gusted at the oceanside resort course making playing conditions nearly impossible, but the Huskies kept their composure and proved their toughness. They shot a 17-over 305 on Saturday after rounds of 281 and 285 in more desirable conditions on Friday.
The Huskies finished 8-strokes better than the Oregon Ducks to earn their first win of the 2010-11 season.
"This was a huge confidence builder for us," said coach Matt Thurmond. "We won in brutal conditions when it required great ball control. We had to be tough and patient. (It was a) big step forward for our team and an even bigger step forward for Charlie Hughes.
"It was fun for these guys to win such a great event in such a great place. They are now starting some of their own history as a team."
Hughes, out of Maple Ridge, B.C., fired a 3-over 75 and was able to win his first career tournament by six strokes over teammate and close friend Chris Williams. Hughes was the only golfer to finish the tournament under par, ending up at -6 (210).
Williams finished even for the tournament at 216.
Kevin Spooner was the next highest UW finisher in 16th.
Larry Iverson and Trevor Simsby, competing as individuals, ended up 25th and 33rd, respectively.
Tze Huang Choo was 35th and Cory McElyea tied for 55th.
| 1 | Washington | 281 | 285 | 305 | 871 |
| 1 | Charlie Hughes (2) | 67 | 68 | 75 | 210 |
| 2 | Chris Williams (1) | 70 | 72 | 74 | 216 |
| T16 | Kevin Spooner (3) | 71 | 72 | 80 | 223 |
| T35 | Tze Huang Choo (4) | 73 | 73 | 83 | 229 |
| T55 | Cory McElyea (5) | 78 | 79 | 76 | 233 |
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