Highlanders Golf jumps to second in Bushnell Golfweek poll

The McLennan Highlanders men's golf team jumped up seven spots to second in the latest Bushnell Golfweek NJCAA Division I Coaches Poll released today. McLennan received 55 points in the poll, one point less than Indian Hills who continues to hold the top spot with 56 points.

Midland dropped to third with 50 points, followed by Eastern Florida State in fourth with 39 and Western Texas in fifth with 35.

McLennan (2nd), Midland (3rd), Western Texas (5th), New Mexico (9th) and Odessa (receiving votes) all compete in NJCAA Region V.

The Highlanders claimed the title at this week's NJCAA Division I National Championship Preview and will complete their fall season hosting the Dr Pepper Classic Oct. 30-31 at Twin Rivers Golf Club.