The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Golden Lions men’s golf team won the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Championship on Apr. 15, marking their third conference title in four years. The tournament was held over three rounds at the par-72 Oxmoor Valley Ridge Course in Birmingham, Alabama, where UAPB finished with a final team score of +12.
This victory underscores UAPB’s growing dominance within the SWAC, as they are now the only program to secure three championships since 2023. The team’s consistent performance and statistical leadership in key areas contributed to their win against a field that included Florida A&M, Prairie View A&M, Alabama A&M, Alabama State, Texas Southern, Jackson State, and Southern.
UAPB led all teams in Par 5 scoring with a combined -14 total and averaged 4.77 strokes on those holes. They also recorded four eagles—twice as many as any other team—and ranked first in total pars with 151. Their players achieved second place for birdies with 36 and had the fewest bogeys among all teams at just 50 for the event.
Individually, Jules De Reu stood out by finishing tied for third overall with rounds of 69-74-71 (+1), leading all players in Par 5 scoring and eagles. Jonathon Baumann contributed significantly by tying for first in individual birdies with eleven over three rounds. Cole Wiese posted his best round on the final day to finish +6 overall while Timur Alalin provided steady play throughout and tied for third among individuals in Par 3 scoring average.
Head coach Roger Totten said: “I’m proud of what this group has done — not just this year, but over time,” he said. “Three SWAC championships in four years and a national title along the way… that speaks to consistency, commitment, and the character of these young men. Some of them weren’t here when this run started, but they came in, bought in, and carried the standard forward. That’s what a true program is about. This isn’t about one moment — it’s about building something that lasts. And everything we’ve built, we’ve built for UAPB. For the Black and Gold. For Golden Lion Nation. We’re just grateful to keep adding to that legacy.”
Looking ahead after securing another conference championship trophy for Pine Bluff’s collection, UAPB will await selection into NCAA Regionals during an announcement scheduled for May 6th.
