Nandua defeats Chincoteague by scorecard playoff at District Golf Match

By Luke Brankley

Three local teams squared off Tuesday afternoon at Captain’s Cove Golf Course, with Chincoteague, Northampton, and Nandua competing in a tri-match.

Nandua took home the win with a team score of 181, edging out Chincoteague, who also finished at 197, on a scorecard playoff. Northampton finished third with a team total of 211.

Nandua was paced by consistent play from David Hughes (46), Toryn Ibarra (46), Grayson Ford (46), and Matt Taylor (45), giving the Warriors a balanced scoring lineup.

For Chincoteague, Bryce Luck led the Ponies with a round of 45, while Owen Bloxom added a 46, Corey Saulsbury shot 52, and Clayton Luck carded a 55.

Northampton’s top scorer was Hayden Seay with a 48, followed by Alex Vaca (50), Walter Ramnick (57), and Riley Carpenter (56).

The three teams will compete again on Thursday at Bay Creek hosted by Northampton.