News Summary
The Florida State men’s golf team secured an impressive fourth place at the Watersound Invitational held from February 16-18, 2026. With a total score of 9-under par (831), the Seminoles outperformed several ranked teams, with Tyler Weaver leading the pack by finishing tied for fourth individually at 8-under par. Other notable performances came from teammates Jack Bigham and Carson Brewer, who both finished at 1-under par. The team is looking forward to competing next at the Cabo Collegiate.
Florida State Men’s Golf Achieves Fourth Place at Watersound Invitational
What a fantastic showing by the Florida State men’s golf team! The Seminoles just wrapped up an exciting weekend at the Watersound Invitational, held from February 16 to 18, 2026, at the lovely Watersound Club on Panama City Beach. Finishing in fourth place, the team put on quite a performance, finishing with a total score of 9-under par (831) over the three-day tournament.
Seminoles’ Strong Team Showing
Those who followed the tournament saw the Seminoles play incredibly well, with round scores stacked at 276, 277, and 278. Their hard work paid off, especially considering they outperformed some of the best teams in the nation. In fact, they surpassed highly-ranked competitors such as No. 10 Ole Miss, which took fifth place, and No. 11 Alabama, which finished in eighth place overall. The Watersound Invitational team title claimed by No. 8 Arkansas dazzled with a final score of 19-under par (821), just edging out No. 3 Vanderbilt, who came in as the runner-up at 18-under par (822). Third place went to TCU, finishing with a strong 10-under par (830).
Tyler Weaver’s Individual Excellence
Leading the Seminole charge was star player Tyler Weaver, who tied for fourth place among individuals. Weaver had an impressive tournament, wrapping up with a sensational 8-under par (202). His fantastic performance featured rounds of 67, 70, and a breathtaking bogey-free 65 in the final round. This final round was particularly memorable, as it matched his career-low score, showcasing five thrilling birdies, three of which arrived gracefully on the back nine. With this impressive finish, Weaver notched his ninth career top-10 finish—a noteworthy achievement!
Other Noteworthy Florida State Performances and Future Schedule
But Tyler wasn’t the only performer for the Seminoles! Other team members also stepped up and delivered during the tournament. Jack Bigham and Carson Brewer both wrapped up the event tied for 21st place at 1-under par (209). Bigham wrapped up his final round with an even-par 70, while Brewer logged out with a 72. Not to be left behind, Andrew McLauchlan also marked his best round of the tournament on the final day, capturing a 1-over 71. In an exciting twist, competing individually, Patrick McCann achieved his lowest score of the season with a fantastic 68 in the closing round. This included an eagle on the par-five ninth hole, allowing him to finish tied for 38th at 2-over par (212).
Golf fans were indeed treated to a thrilling few days at the challenging Third Golf Course at the Watersound Club. The Florida State men’s golf team is all set to compete next at the Cabo Collegiate, which will run from March 1-3 in Cabo San Lucas. With another tournament around the corner, fans will surely keep their eyes on the Seminoles as they aim for more golf glory!
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | February 16-18, 2026 |
| Location | Watersound Club, Panama City Beach, Florida |
| Florida State Team Finish | 4th Place |
| Florida State Team Score | 9-under par (831) |
| Top Florida State Individual | Tyler Weaver |
| Tyler Weaver Individual Score | 8-under par (202), T-4th |
| Tournament Winner | Arkansas (-19) |
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