University of Northern Colorado Athletics
PREVIEW: Northern Colorado Men’s Golf Prepares for Golden Nugget Invitational
2/28/2026 2:47:00 PM | Men's Golf
GREELEY, Colo. – Northern Colorado men's golf team continues its spring campaign on Monday, March 2 as the Bear travels to Lake Charles, Louisiana, for the Golden Nugget Invitational. Hosted by Lamar University, the two-day event will be held at The Country Club at the Golden Nugget and marks the Bears third tournament of the spring season.
LAST APPROACH
Northern Colorado heads into the week with momentum following a strong showing at the Loyola Intercollegiate in Goodyear, Arizona. The Bears finished eighth out of 21 teams, highlighted by impressive individual performances from Thomas Barnes Grimes and Kaelen Dulany.
The Golden Nugget Invitational features 11 teams from multiple conferences, setting the stage for a competitive field. Building on the confidence and experience gained in Arizona, the Bears will aim to maintain their consistency and continue climbing the leader board in Louisiana.
TEAMS PARTICIPATING
Abilene Christian
Lamar
Oakland
Tarleton State
Troy
Houston
Louisiana Monroe
Northern Colorado
South Carolina Upstate
Texas at San Antonio
Wichita State
UNC LINEUP
Kaelen Dulany
Cooper Tate
Thomas Barnes Grimes
Tommie Clark
Matias Koropreski
IND
Rowan MacDonald
UP & DOWN CLUB
The Up & Down Club strengthens UNC Men's Golf by providing resources that elevate the student-athlete experience—supporting travel, enhancing opportunities and elevated nutrition to help the Bears compete at a high level. Your investment ensures the program continues building a strong foundation for sustained success.
Give to the Up & Down Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS
Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action online and on social media. Follow the Bears on Instagram (@UNC_BearsMGolf)
LAST APPROACH
Northern Colorado heads into the week with momentum following a strong showing at the Loyola Intercollegiate in Goodyear, Arizona. The Bears finished eighth out of 21 teams, highlighted by impressive individual performances from Thomas Barnes Grimes and Kaelen Dulany.
The Golden Nugget Invitational features 11 teams from multiple conferences, setting the stage for a competitive field. Building on the confidence and experience gained in Arizona, the Bears will aim to maintain their consistency and continue climbing the leader board in Louisiana.
TEAMS PARTICIPATING
Abilene Christian
Lamar
Oakland
Tarleton State
Troy
Houston
Louisiana Monroe
Northern Colorado
South Carolina Upstate
Texas at San Antonio
Wichita State
UNC LINEUP
Kaelen Dulany
Cooper Tate
Thomas Barnes Grimes
Tommie Clark
Matias Koropreski
IND
Rowan MacDonald
UP & DOWN CLUB
The Up & Down Club strengthens UNC Men's Golf by providing resources that elevate the student-athlete experience—supporting travel, enhancing opportunities and elevated nutrition to help the Bears compete at a high level. Your investment ensures the program continues building a strong foundation for sustained success.
Give to the Up & Down Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS
Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action online and on social media. Follow the Bears on Instagram (@UNC_BearsMGolf)
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