Auburn and Oklahoma State showcase top college golfers in NCAA semifinal

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Auburn and Oklahoma State showcase top college golfers in NCAA semifinal

Summary

Jackson Koivun of Auburn and Preston Stout of Oklahoma State faced each other in a significant NCAA Men's Golf Championship semifinal match on June 2, 2026. Koivun, the world No. 1 and two-time Haskins Award winner, started strong, going 3 up after 4 holes, but Stout managed to close the gap. The match featured intense play, including Koivun's birdie on the 12th hole and a crucial shift on the 15th hole when Koivun three-putted. The clash concluded without an official result when Auburn's Cayden Pope sealed the semifinal for Auburn. Despite the lack of a formal ending, it highlighted the talent of both players and attracted significant attention to college golf.

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•Jackson Koivun led 3 up after 4 holes.
•The match concluded when Auburn clinched a team victory.
•Preston Stout had previously won the NCAA individual title.
•Koivun and Stout both were former teammates in major events.
•This match drew significant attention on social media.

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4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Even without an ending, Jackson Koivun and Preston Stout delivered for college golf

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Jackson Koivun and Preston Stout delivered a dream NCAA semifinal clash, showcasing college golf’s brightest stars on the biggest stage.
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Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 4:26 AM
Even without an ending, Jackson Koivun and Preston Stout delivered for college golf
Jackson Koivun and Preston Stout delivered a dream NCAA semifinal clash, showcasing college golf’s brightest stars on the biggest stage.

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