Elliot Skinner finishes second at boys state golf championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:48 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
GolfElliot Skinner, a junior from Altoona, secured second place at the boys state golf championships held at University Ridge in Madison. After shooting a 71 in the first round, Skinner was tied for the Division 2 lead but finished with a total score of 143 after a 72 on Tuesday. He improved from a sixth-place finish last year, reflecting significant progress in his game, particularly in distance and iron play. Skinner is drawing interest from college programs, including UW-Eau Claire, where his father is the golf director. He aims to lead his team to state competition next year.
- •Skinner shared the lead after the first round with a 71.
- •He finished four shots behind defending champion Vince Sigl.
- •Skinner has improved his distance by 20 to 30 yards.
- •He aims to qualify for state as part of a team next year.
- •Skinner's father has significantly influenced his golf development.
- 1:48 AMYahoo Sports — Altoona's Skinner continues to progress with runner-up state finish
"Altoona junior Elliot Skinner continues to elevate and develop his golf game. And the proof is in the results. He grabbed a share of the lead after the first round before finishing second overall at the boys state golf championships Tuesday at University Ridge in Madison. Skinner carded a 71 on Monday and was tied for the Division 2 lead with defending champion Vince Sigl of Seymour after the ...
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