USA South Men's Golf Athletes of the Week - Sept. 21, 2011

(FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.)

Golfer of the Week
          Kalle Kangas, Averett - The senior from Vantaa, Finland placed eighth out of 75 golfers at the Tom Kinder Memorial Tournament in Bridgewater, Virginia last week by shooting a four-over 148. In the two-day event, Kangas opened with a four-over par 76 and followed with a one-under 71. His performance helped the Cougars to a fifth place finish at the event. Also Nominated: Adam Coelho, NC Wesleyan; Jacob Hardy, Ferrum.

Golf Rookie of the Week
          Stephen Bardswick, N.C. Wesleyan - The freshman from Oakville, Ontario placed tied for 36th out of 75 golfers at the Tom Kinder Memorial Tournament in Bridgewater, Virginia last week by shooting an 11-over 155. In the two-day event, Bardswick opened with a four-over par 76 and followed with a seven-over 79. His performance helped the Bishops to a 12th place finish at the event. Also Nominated: Brock Cox, Ferrum.

PLEASE NOTE: At least half of the teams in a sport must have competed within the previous week for honors to be awarded.