Rams Golf Reloaded: Elite Returners and Top Recruits Fuel High Hopes in 2026

Head Coach Derrick Williams enters the 2026 golf season with one message for the Rams: build on last year's success and compete for championships. With what he describes as the most talented group in program history, the expectations have never been higher.

Key Returners

Cory Rose – Reigning CPOY and State Qualifier
Tyler Thomas – State Qualifier
Sherman Cline – All‑league candidate

These three returners form the backbone of an already strong roster and are all expected to be among the conference's top competitors this season.

Key Newcomers

Brady Fonville – Top H.S. recruit
Brady McColm – Top H.S. recruit
Five total freshmen, all projected to earn playing time

This incoming class immediately elevates the team's overall talent level, providing both depth and high‑end scoring potential. Fonville and McColm in particular are poised to be impact players from day one.

Season Outlook

The Rams believe they have the pieces to win—plain and simple. With elite returners, high‑profile freshmen, and a renewed commitment to strength training and skill refinement, expectations are set for strong performances in every tournament.

Any player in this lineup has the ability to win on any given day, creating a competitive internal environment that Coach Williams believes will pay dividends as the season progresses.

Coach's Excitement

Coach Williams is energized by this year's blend of talent and drive. The group has put in serious work both on the course and in the weight room, preparing to compete at the highest level.

He's especially excited to see his top trio—Rose, Thomas, and Cline—paired with the two standout freshmen. The storyline of who will emerge as the team's top scorer each week is one he believes will make this season particularly fun to watch.

Key Events

Season Opener: Two‑Day Event at La Purisima Golf Course
One of the toughest courses in the country—nicknamed the Bethpage Black of the West.

NCAA Multi‑Day Events
Hosted by Cal State Dominguez Hills and Lewis & Clark College, giving the team early tests against high‑level collegiate competition.

Postseason Goals
Conference, Regional, and State Championships are firmly in sight.

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