Asher Gates competes at OHSAA state golf championship in Akron
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 10:28 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Asher Gates of River Valley ended his season at the OHSAA Division II boys golf state championship, held on October 11 and 12 at Firestone Country Club in Akron. Gates finished tied for 20th out of 72 golfers, shooting a total of 156 over two rounds. Challenging weather, including high winds and rain remnants from Hurricane Isaias, made conditions tough. Despite not feeling he played at his best, Gates expressed satisfaction with his performance and the experience. He aims for improvement next season and hopes to make more state appearances as he has two remaining years in high school.
- •Gates shot rounds of 78 and 78, totaling 156.
- •He competed against a field of 72 golfers.
- •Weather conditions were impacted by Hurricane Isaias.
- •Gates is optimistic about future tournaments.
- •The tournament was held at Firestone Country Club.
- 10:28 PMYahoo Sports — River Valley golfer Asher Gates ends his season at OHSAA state
"River Valley's Asher Gates was the first from Marion County to play in a state tournament since 2021 as he competed Oct. 11 and 12 in Akron.
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