As the fall season comes to a close, Jesuit Golf wrapped up of months of hard work and dedication, competing and winning against the best teams in Texas. From steady improvement to standout performances on the scorecard, the team showed consistency and resilience throughout their fall campaign, laying the foundation for an even stronger spring season. This article will recap the team’s strongest performances of the season, highlighting key players and moments that contributed to the teams winning filled season.
Varsity – Heartbreak at the Ridge (Coyote Ridge Golf Club)
The Rangers headed into the tournament looking to put together another solid team performance at Coyote Ridge Golf Club, a course known for its narrow fairways and punishing rough that demands precision on every shot. With fast greens and tricky pin placements, the tournament proved to be both a physical and mental challenge, testing the team’s ability to stay composed under pressure. The Rangers showed up to the tournament with a strong lineup consisting of Will Fife ’28, Henry Schulze ’27, Wilson Kidwell ’28, Jack Brown ’29, and Preston Alles ’27.
Despite the demanding setup, Jesuit showed flashes of strong play throughout the round. Freshman Jack Brown delivered a breakout performance, firing an impressive 72 to lead the Rangers and prove he could compete at a high varsity level. Sophomore Wilson Kidwell followed closely behind with a solid 77, while fellow sophomore Will Fife posted a 79, continuing to show consistency as a young contributor.
The junior duo of Henry Schulze (84), Preston Alles (85) rounded out the lineup, grinding through tough conditions and battling until the final holes. Although the final results did not fall in Jesuit’s favor, the tournament lived up to its name, serving as a learning experience that highlighted both the team’s potential and areas for growth as the season progressed.
Varsity – Frisco Wakeland Tournament (The Trails of Frisco Golf Club)
The Rangers traveled north to compete in the Frisco Wakeland Tournament at The Trails of Frisco Golf Club, a course that demands strong course management and disciplined shot selection. With rolling fairways and well-protected greens, the Trails provided a challenging test for the field and rewarded players who stayed patient and avoided costly mistakes.
Jesuit was led by junior Jonah Fahrenbruch ’27, who turned in an excellent round of 71, showcasing consistent ball-striking and a steady short game throughout the day. Close behind was junior Henry Schulze ’27, who posted a solid 75, continuing his run of dependable performances and helping anchor the Rangers’ scorecard.
Senior JJ Kinzer ’26 added a 76, bringing experience and composure to the lineup, while junior Christian Karlseng ’27 battled through difficult stretches to finish with an 80. While the tournament featured its share of challenges, the Rangers’ efforts at Frisco Wakeland highlighted their depth and resilience, providing another valuable building block as the season continued.
Varsity – Cougar Open (Tangle Ridge Golf Course)
The Rangers took on a strong field at the Cougar Open held at Tangle Ridge Golf Course, a course known for its scenic layout, elevation changes, and demanding approach shots. With firm greens and challenging pin locations, the tournament rewarded players who combined smart strategy with confident execution.
Jesuit delivered one of its strongest collective performances of the season, highlighted by senior Spencer Carter’s ’26 outstanding round of 66, the low score for the Rangers and the best round of the tournament. Carter’s stellar play earned him individual medalist honors, marking an impressive victory and a major highlight for the team.
Close behind, senior Jack Clancy ’26 fired an impressive 70, while fellow senior Alex Murray ’26 posted a steady 71, giving Jesuit a powerful trio at the top of the leaderboard. Freshman Jack Brown ’29 continued his strong play with a solid 71, showing poise beyond his years, and sophomore Jackson Straley ’28 contributed a 75 to round out the lineup. With multiple low rounds and a tournament victory from Carter, the Cougar Open stood out as one of Jesuit’s most impressive performances of the season.
Varsity – LHS Farmer Boo Fest (Lake Park Golf Course)
Jesuit sent two squads to compete at the LHS Farmer Boo Fest held at Lake Park Golf Course, a course known for its tight driving areas, water-lined holes, and challenging greens. With cool conditions and a competitive field, the tournament provided valuable experience for many of Jesuit’s younger players, giving them the opportunity to test their skills in a varsity setting.
Team 1 delivered a strong and balanced performance, led by freshman Jory Denny ’29, who posted a solid 75 to pace the group. Fellow freshmen Michael Nadeau ’29 and Jack Lyssy ’29 each turned in matching rounds of 76, showing consistency and composure throughout the day, while Henry Mazzu ’29 added a 77 to complete an impressive showing from the all-freshman lineup.
Team 2 also battled hard across the course, highlighted by freshman Liam Riddle’s ’29 steady 76. Sophomore Owen Garnett ’28 contributed a 78 with consistent play, while junior Christian Karlseng ’27 carded an 80. Freshman Trey Tomaso ’29 rounded out the squad with an 86, fighting through a tough round and gaining valuable tournament experience.
With two competitive lineups and strong performances from the Rangers’ younger core, the Farmer Boo Fest served as an important step in building depth and confidence for Jesuit’s future.
Varsity – Boys Oakmont Invitational (Oakmont Country Club, Corinth)
The Rangers traveled to compete in the Boys Oakmont Invitational, hosted by Argyle at Oakmont Country Club, a challenging course known for its tree-lined fairways, demanding tee shots, and quick, sloping greens. With a strong field and tough scoring conditions, the tournament tested both precision and patience throughout the round.
Jesuit was led by sophomore Jackson Straley ’28, who delivered an impressive round of 71, showing control and consistency from start to finish. Close behind was junior Henry Schulze ’27 with a solid 72, while junior Preston Alles ’27 added a 73, giving the Rangers three strong scores at the top of the lineup.
Sophomore Will Fife ’28 contributed a steady 77, battling through challenging stretches and keeping the team competitive, while senior JJ Kinzer ’26 rounded out the group with an 83, bringing leadership and experience to the tournament.
With multiple low rounds and a composed team performance, the Rangers showed resilience at Oakmont and continued to build momentum as the season progressed.
Varsity – Jay Brewer Memorial (Texarkana Country Club)
The Rangers traveled east to compete in the prestigious Jay Brewer Memorial at Texarkana Country Club, one of the largest and most competitive tournaments on the schedule. Played over two days, the event brought together many of the top teams and players in the region, with challenging course conditions and long rounds testing both the physical and mental endurance of every competitor.
Jesuit was led by senior Jack Clancy ’26, who delivered two consistent rounds of 73-73, providing steady leadership and keeping the Rangers in contention throughout the tournament. Senior Alex Murray ’26 also turned in a strong performance with rounds of 73-77, while senior Spencer Carter ’26 battled through tough conditions to post scores of 76-75.
Junior Jonah Fahrenbruch ’27 added rounds of 77-78, showing resilience across both days, and freshman Jack Brown ’29 competed well in his first appearance at the event, carding rounds of 74-79 against a strong field.
Facing one of the toughest tournaments of the season, the Rangers demonstrated depth, composure, and competitiveness at the Jay Brewer Memorial, gaining valuable experience against elite competition as the season continued.
JV – Michael Ebanks Memorial (Indian Creek – Lakes Course)
Jesuit brought two squads to compete in the JV Michael Ebanks Memorial at Indian Creek Golf Club – Lakes Course, a course known for its water-lined holes, strategic tee shots, and demanding approach play. The tournament provided an excellent opportunity for developing players to gain experience in a competitive setting while testing their consistency across a challenging layout.
Team 1 turned in a solid performance, led by freshman Michael Nadeau ’29 with a 78. Freshmen Jory Denny ’29 and Jack Lyssy ’29 each posted rounds of 79, showing steady play throughout the day, while Liam Riddle ’29 added an 84 to complete the group’s scorecard. The all-freshman lineup gained valuable experience competing against a strong JV field.
Team 2 delivered an outstanding performance and captured the tournament title, highlighted by freshman Henry Mazzu’s ’29 strong round of 76 to lead the squad. Sophomore Owen Garnett ’28 followed with a 77, while junior Christian Karlseng ’27 added a 78, providing consistent scoring throughout the lineup. Freshman Trey Tomaso ’29 rounded out the group with an 81, helping secure the team victory.
With a tournament win and strong showings from both squads, the Rangers demonstrated impressive depth and continued growth at the JV level, building confidence for the future of Jesuit golf.
Varsity – 2025 Wildcat Fall Classic (The Bridges Golf Club)
The Rangers competed in the 2025 Wildcat Fall Classic at The Bridges Golf Club, a course known for its scenic layout, rolling terrain, and demanding approach shots into well-guarded greens. Facing a competitive varsity field, the tournament challenged players to stay patient and execute under pressure throughout the round.
Jesuit was led by senior JJ Kinzer ’26, who posted a strong round of 73, setting the tone for the Rangers with steady play and smart course management. Close behind was senior Andrew Dominguez ’26 with a 74, while junior Henry Schulze ’27 added a solid 75 to keep Jesuit in contention.
Sophomore Will Fife ’28 contributed a 77, battling through tough stretches and delivering a consistent round, while junior Preston Alles ’27 rounded out the lineup with an 80, fighting through challenging conditions.
With balanced scoring and experienced leadership, the Rangers delivered a composed performance at the Wildcat Fall Classic, continuing to build momentum as the fall season progressed.
Varsity – Fall Cup
The Rangers competed in the Fall Cup, one of the most competitive events of the season, featuring both a stroke play qualifier and a head-to-head match play championship. With a strong varsity field and a unique format that tested both individual consistency and competitive toughness, the tournament challenged players to perform under pressure in every phase of play.
In the stroke play portion, senior Spencer Carter ’26 led the Rangers with an excellent round of 72, setting the pace for the team and securing a strong position heading into match play. Freshman Jack Brown ’29 followed with a solid 74, while sophomore Jackson Straley ’28 added a 75 to keep Jesuit competitive. Junior Jonah Fahrenbruch ’27 carded a 79, and senior Alex Murray ’26 battled through a tough round to finish with an 81 as the Rangers advanced to the match play stage.
Match play brought intense, head-to-head competition against Walnut Grove. Alex Murray ’26 fought hard but fell 5&3 to Austin Randall, while Spencer Carter ’26 dropped a close match 3&1 to Collin Alstrin. Freshman Jack Brown ’29 delivered a strong performance, finishing all square with Bryan Sargent, and Jonah Fahrenbruch ’27 secured Jesuit’s lone victory with an impressive 4&2 win over Carson James. Jackson Straley ’28 battled to the final hole before narrowly falling 1 down to Joseph Taylor.
“It was a great experience getting to battle against some great competition 1 on 1 in match play. It helped us grow as a team and learn better competitive strategy. This fall season has set our team up for a strong spring campaign ideally ending in a state championship!”
– Jonah Fahrenbruch ’27
Against top-level competition in both stroke play and match play, the Rangers showed resilience, competitiveness, and determination throughout the Fall Cup, gaining valuable experience in one of the season’s premier varsity events.
Conclusion
As the fall season comes to a close, Jesuit golf leaves the course with plenty to be proud of. From tournament victories and individual medalist honors to breakout performances from both experienced leaders and emerging underclassmen, the Rangers showed depth, resilience, and steady growth throughout the season. Each round brought new challenges, but the team continued to compete with determination and represent Jesuit with pride.
With valuable experience gained and momentum building, the focus now shifts to the spring season. The Rangers will look to sharpen their game, build on the progress made this fall, and compete at the highest level when championship play arrives. With a strong mix of veteran leadership and rising talent, Jesuit golf enters the spring with confidence, unity, and high expectations for what lies ahead.
Commitment Spotlight
The Jesuit Golf community would also like to congratulate senior Spencer Carter on his commitment to continue his academic and athletic career at Columbia University. Spencer’s dedication, leadership, and excellence on the course have made a lasting impact on the program, highlighted by his tournament victories and consistent performances throughout his career. His commitment reflects years of hard work and determination, and the entire Jesuit Golf family is proud of his achievement. The Rangers wish Spencer continued success at the next level, both in the classroom and on the golf course. Congrats Spencer!
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