Nov. 7, 2000
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Santa Clara's men's golf team placed second at the Dusty Destruel Invitational this afternoon at the Silver Creek Valley Golf Course, a par-72 layout measuring 6,868 yards.
The Broncos lead the 10-team field by seven strokes heading into the final round, but strong play by San Jose State gave the Spartans the title by four strokes, with four individuals placing in the top five.
Santa Clara was led by senior Michael Melling, who tied for fourth individually, with a 10-over 226.
The Broncos will conclude their fall season Nov. 12-14 at the Farmer John Classic, hosted by Loyola Marymount at the Tiera Rejada Country Club in Moorpark.
Dusty Destruel Invitational
San Jose, Calif.
Final Results -- November 7
1. San Jose State 298-308-297--903
2. Santa Clara 300-299-308--907
3. Stanford JV 304-312-304--920
4. CS Chico 320-305-307--932
5. Loyola Marymount 313-314-306--933
6. CS Sacramento 314-320-300--934
7. CS San Marcos 310-309-316--935
8. Cal Poly 319-307-311--937
9. Saint Mary's 317-312-327--956
10. Gonzaga 313-318-329--960
Santa Clara Scores
T4. Michael Melling 75-70-81--226
9. Sandy Horacek 74-76-78--228
T10. Tony Okano 78-72-79--229
T13. Justin Ahasic 77-81-73--231
T18. Drew Corwin 74-81-78--233
Broncos Competing as Individuals
T34. Joe Wagner 81-86-74--241
T42. Paul Nelson 84-80-79--243
T47. Chris DeMartini 76-80-91--247
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