Oct. 31, 2000

MURRIETA, Calif. - Santa Clara's men's golf team tied for second at the Aztec Invitational, hosted by the SCGA Members Club, a par-72 layout measuring 7,060 yards.

The Broncos were led by sophomore Justin Ahasic, who tied for sixth individually, with a two-under-par 214 for the three-round tournament. Senior Drew Corwin finished 10th with a one-over 217. Senior Michael Melling and junior Sandy Horacek tied for 26th place, both finishing with six-over 222s. Senior Tony Okano rounded out the Bronco scorecard, placing 51st with a 228.

San Diego State won the tournament in 846 strokes, 18 under par. It's junior varsity team tied Santa Clara for runner-up honors, while Louisville and Texas-San Antonio rounded out the top five.

The Broncos return home to host the Dusty Destruel Invitational at Silver Creek Country Club in San Jose, Nov. 6-7.

Aztec Invitational
Murrieta, Calif.
Final Results -- October 31

1. San Diego State 281-285-280--846 -18
2. SDSU - Black Team 292-285-293--870 +6
Santa Clara 285-294-291--870 +6
4. Louisville 294-291-288--873 +9
5. Texas-San Antonio 288-291-296--875 +11

Individual
1. Grant Sturgeon, Louisville 72-70-68--210
2. Lars Johansson, San Diego State 70-72-70--212
3. Ryan Donovan, San Diego State 70-72-70--212

Santa Clara Scores
T6. Justin Ahasic 67-70-77--214
10. Drew Corwin 72-72-73--217
T26. Michael Melling 73-74-75--222
T26. Sandy Horacek 73-78-71--222
T51. Tony Okano 77-79-72--228

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