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Illi at 2026 Matlock
Brittany Iamele

#19 Men’s Golf Finishes Strong for 4th, Illi Collects Top-5 Placing

Feb 10, 2026

LAKELAND, Fla. – The19th-ranked Saint Leo men's golf team moved up six spots on the team leaderboard during the final round to finish in fourth at the Matlock Invitational as it carded a score of 878 (14-over).

Freshman Benjamin Morland led the Saint Leo lineup as he placed tied for 19th with scores of 70, 72, and 76 for a 218 (two-over). Sophomore Micke Laurelli finished in a share of 21st as he fired a 76 in the opening round, followed by a 70 and 73.
Junior Maximilian Morgenstern tied for 36th that was highlighted by a 69 in Tuesday's round. Prior to the third round, Morgenstern posted a 76 and 79 on Monday.

Senior Enzo Barbaglia and Ryan Letterly completed the tournament in a share of 59th with a 229 (13-over).

Junior Nicklas Illi, who competed as an individual, finished fifth with a 212 (four-under) after recording scores of 68, 69, and 75. This marks his first top-five finish of the season.

The Lions return to the links on Monday, February 16 as they host the Saint Leo Invitational at the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start.
 
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