Ann Arbor, MI — On a brisk 45-degree afternoon at Washtenaw Golf Club, home of the Ann Arbor Greenhills Invitational, the Clinton Redwolves golf team delivered a strong showing, finishing 5th overall with a team score of 360 in a deep and talented field. The team improved by 26 strokes from their team score of 386 in this same event last year. The course always plays tough, but this year the cold, wind, and mud made it a very difficult challenge. But the team responded by grinding out some solid scores during our five and a half hour round today.

The tournament, hosted by Ann Arbor Greenhills, featured multiple powerhouse programs from across Division 3 and beyond. Greenhills claimed the top spot with an impressive team total of 320, followed by Grosse Ile (338) and Ann Arbor Huron (342).

Leading the charge for the Redwolves was sophomore Brandon Ruhl, who posted a steady round of 85 to finish 13th individually. In just his first High School event, Freshman Vinny Skidmore impressed with an 86, placing 15th and showing promise for Clinton’s future. Junior Robert McDonald added a 91, while senior Chase Gillman carded a 98. Junior Mason Diaz rounded out the scoring with a 101. Ruhl, McDonald, and Diaz each carded their first birdies of the year.

Despite finishing just two strokes behind fourth-place Grosse Ile 2 (358), Clinton held their own against some of the top teams in the region, narrowly edging out Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard (361) and Plymouth Christian Academy (363).

The Redwolves, competing out of the LCAA, are showing signs of depth and talented youth across their lineup. With underclassmen making a big impact, Clinton’s outlook for the rest of the season, and beyond, is bright.