Rebels secured a spot in the NCAA Championships on Wednesday by placing third at the NCAA Urbana Regional, hosted by Illinois at Atkins Golf Club (Par 71, 7,533 yards). With this performance, the Rebels have now qualified for the national championship stage for the 23rd time in program history.
Senior Caden Fioroni scored his third consecutive under-par round, scoring a 2-under 69 to tie for second with a 9-under 204 total. Sophomore Zach Little tied for 18th at even-par 213, and junior Wyatt Plattner finished at +1 to tie for 21st. Senior Trevor Lewis scored a 1-under 70 to tie at 27th at +2, and junior Brett Sawaia placed 69th at +17.
The Rebels finished out their regional appearance at 6-under 846 through 54 holes. They made 13 birdies and an eagle in their final round. UNLV Heach Coach Jean-Paul Herbert was proud of their effort, “Today was what we’ve been working and preparing for all year – a chance to qualify and compete for a national championship. Our guys believed, they stepped out there and earned it. I’m very proud of them all. Caden’s play was exceptional from start to finish. We’re excited for him to finish off his college career at La Costa, near his hometown of San Diego.”
Starting May 23, the Rebels will play at the NCAA Championship in Carlsbad, California at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa.