Arkansas teams face mixed results at NCAA championships
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Carlsbad, California. The No. 6 Arkansas men’s golf team shot an even-par 288 on Friday to finish tied for 10th at the NCAA Championships at the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa, but a 10-over second round on Saturday dropped the Razorbacks into a tie for 20th heading into the third round.
Fayetteville. Arkansas track and field advanced 17 individual athletes and both relay teams from the NCAA West First Rounds on Friday, sending 21 entries to the NCAA Outdoor Championships scheduled June 10-13 in Eugene. The golf team faces a Sunday push to make the 15-team cut, sitting six shots outside the 15th position after two rounds.
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Timeline
- 1. Friday: Arkansas men's golf shoots even-par 288, tied for 10th at La Costa.
- 2. Friday: Arkansas men's track advances 17 individuals and both relays at West First Rounds.
- 3. Saturday: Arkansas men's golf posts a 10-over second round and falls to tie for 20th.
- 4. Saturday: Auburn takes a multi-stroke lead atop the NCAA golf leaderboard after second round.
- 5. June 10-13: NCAA Outdoor Championships scheduled in Eugene, where Arkansas will compete with 21 entries.
Why it matters
If you're a fan of Arkansas sports, this is a critical weekend. The men's golf team needs a strong Sunday to make the cut at the NCAA Championships. Meanwhile, the track and field team is heading to the NCAA Outdoor Championships with a strong showing. Keep an eye on the results.
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