Connor Rowland | The Echo
The No. 21 Taylor men's golf team notched an improbable comeback victory on the final day of the Huntington Invitational on Saturday behind the efforts of sophomore Trey Turner.
Turner garnered his second career tournament title, marking seven birdies during his final trip around the Trophy Club Golf Course. Turner carded a two-round total of one-under par 143 (73-70) to pace the Trojan squad.
Starting off the tournament, the Trojans trailed their conference rival, Mount Vernon Nazarene, by nine shots in the last round. Turner provided the energy to surmount a seemingly impossible comeback and kick-started a red-hot team score of 295.
"Trey has been so good this spring," said head coach Cam Andry. "He is so steady. He doesn't get too excited. He just goes out and plays. He's got a lot of confidence right now. He was really the spark."
The ripple effect from Turner keyed several pivotal shots from sophomore Mitch Lamping (72) and freshman Jeremy Ray (75) to secure the second-day resurgence for the Taylor squad.
Taylor's victory continued their tournament success to two consecutive victories, stretching their record-breaking season total to five victories. Collectively, the team shot seven-over par in a two-round total of 597, defeating Mount Vernon Nazarene decisively by eight shots.
After the victory, the Crossroads League tabbed Turner as the Golfer of the Week. This prestigious award is Turner's second of the season. Furthermore, it marked the fourth time this season the Crossroads League has deemed a Trojan golfer worthy of the distinction.
"It's a big honor," Turner said. "Working hard at practice every day, putting the time in and being able to balance school and golf, especially towards the end of the semester, is all a part of getting that award."
The Trojans seek to continue their hot streak as they cruise into the conference tournament on a high note. Taylor is back in action on May 2-3 at Glendarin Hills Golf Club in Angola, Indiana.
"Photograph provided by TU Sports Information Department"
