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Van Wert golfers win sectional title

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Competing in a 12-team Division II golf sectional tournament held at Country Acres Golf Club, the

Van wert golf team shot 325 to win the tourney and advance to district play next Thursday.

The Cougars again had the co-medalist, with Jacob brake shooting 77 to tie with the Napoleon’s No. 1 golfer. Following behind Brake were fellow senior Tyler Turnwald, with an 80; and junior Justin Price, who shot an 18-hole personal best of 82.

Adam Jurczyk and Brandon Hernandez pitched in as well with 86s. The top three teams qualified for district and included Napoleon (331) and Bryan (335). Just missing the cut was one of last year’s state qualifying teams, Liberty-Benton (338).

Shown are (from the left) Van Wert Coach Jeff Hood and Cougar golfers Tyler Turnwald, Jacob Brake, Adam Jurczyk, Justin Price, Brandon Hernandez, and Lucas Etzler. (photo submitted)

POSTED: 09/28/12 at 7:46 am. FILED UNDER: Sports