WH Golf Slayed by Dragons

The Whitman Hanson golf team traveled to the Duxbury Yacht Club today to take on the mighty Duxbury Dragons in their last match of the season.  Despite some impressive play by senior captain Blake Belcher (+3) for the Panthers, Duxbury came out on top 238-276.

Although the regular season was a disappointment for the Panthers, who finished the year 0-16, there is still a chance for some success, as they send their number one golfer and captain (Belcher) to the Division II State Tournament Qualifying Round on Tuesday at Easton Country Club.

Belcher, a 4 year player for WH, will enter the tournament for the first time, but could make a splash as an individual.  Belcher was a solid player all year, averaging 4.9 over par for the year and being team medalist in 7 of their 16 matches.  Belcher has greatly improved his game over the past four years, but will need to stay focused to hang with some of the competition from around the southern part of the state.  

Win, lose or draw, we wish Blake the best in the contest next week.

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WH Golf Suffers Loss Against Marshfield

Thursday night at Ridder Farm Golf Course was a memorable night for the Whitman Hanson Panthers.  Not only was it their last home match of the season, it was also their Senior Night celebration.  They hosted the visiting Marshfield Rams, who were able to leave victorious, 239-265.

Despite the loss, the team was gifted with perfect weather on their final competitive play at home.  Freshman Ryan Wojdag played some of his best golf, leading the team with a 6 over par, 42.  Right behind him was senior Derek Olson, who also played possibly his best round of the year, alongside Cooper Britton, who each shot a 7 over par.  Freshman Aiden LaPierre had his career low on the back nine with an 8 over par, 44.

With just one match left on the season (make-up match against Duxbury on Tuesday at Duxbury Yacht Club), it was a special night at home to celebrate the four graduating seniors: Captain Blake Belcher, Captain Ryan Hathaway, Sam Carron, and Derek Olson.  

"Each one of these guys has changed the Whitman Hanson golf program for the better," said head coach Brian Dempsey.  "It wasn't the season we hoped for in terms of wins and losses, but the resilience, positivity, determination, and leadership that each of them showed day in and day out is something I'm so proud of."  

Captain Blake Belcher (who is a two year captain) had an unmatched love for the game. It didn't matter what time of day it was, if he had the chance to play golf, he jumped at it.  He was a standout, playing the majority of the year as the team's number one golfer and reminded the team just how fun the game can be.

Captain Ryan Hathaway was the team's most selfless player.  He was the first one to offer his spot in a match to a younger teammate, and was consistently realistic and honest with himself and the team.  In terms of leadership, he was a quiet presence who always managed to keep his emotions in check.

Sam Carron has been a solid player for the program over the last few years.  His perseverance during match play is what you hope for in a player.  Always his own worst critic, Sam always found a positive from each round and tried to carry that with him into his next outing.

Derek Olson is in a class of his own.  His positive disposition, confident leadership and consistent improvement throughout the season was inspiring to watch.  His ability to lead by example, from the classroom to the course, set Derek apart in all the right ways, and has absolutely impacted his teammates and coaches.

Congratulations to the seniors; true gentlemen to the core.

(Pictured left to right: Capt. Ryan Hathaway, Capt. Blake Belcher, Coach Dempsey, Sam Carron, Derek Olson)

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WH Golf Loses to Quincy

The WH Panthers traveled to Granite Links Golf Course to take on the Quincy Presidents, but lost the close match 256-265 to remain winless with just two matches to go.

Cooper Britton (+5) was the low man for the visiting team today, while Captain Blake Belcher (+7) and sophomore Kaden Serkiz (+9) and Matt Carrol (+11) all had some highlight shots throughout their rounds.

Tomorrow is a rare practice day for the Panthers, but they will use it to prepare for their match against the always challenging Marshfield Rams on Thursday - this also marks the day for the Panthers' "Senior Night", where the team will celebrate their four graduating seniors.

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WH Golf Falls to the Lakers

The Panthers hosted the Silver Lake Lakers today at Ridder Farm Golf Course.  The first contest between the two teams was decided by just 7 strokes.  Today, with both teams putting out their best scores of the season, it came down to just 5 strokes, with the visiting team on top, 237-242.

Whitman Hanson was lead by captain Blake Belcher and junior Cooper Britton, who both shot a 5 over par, but Silver Lake's Parker Brey (+1) and Ryan Russo (E) were the difference makers in the match.  

Other notables for the Panthers: Senior Derek Olson had one of his best performances of the year, with a 6 over, 40.  Freshman Brendan Breheny turned in an 8 over par, while sophomore Kaden Serkiz and junior Matt Carroll both shot a 9 over on the day.

The loss was definitely disappointing, but the Panthers were proud of the fact that they were competitive and scored their lowest team score of the year.  With the long weekend coming up, and just three matches left on the schedule, the team will continue to work to finish the season strong.  They travel to Granite Links on Tuesday to take on the Quincy Presidents.

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Blue Eagles Soar to Victory over WH Golf

Still in search of their first win of the year, the Whitman Hanson Panthers traveled to Plymouth Country Club today to face Plymouth North for the second time this season.  Despite some decent scores, the Panthers were unable to fend off the Blue Eagles, as they lost 236-265.

Junior Cooper Britton was the low man today for the visitors, shooting a 7 over par, 41.  Senior Derek Olson played really well, carding an 8 over par, while sophomore Kaden Serkiz ended up 9 over par.

Tomorrow the Panthers will get their chance to avenge their loss earlier in the season against Silver Lake before heading into the long weekend.

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Panthers Sunk by Sailors

The Whitman Hanson Panthers traveled to Widow's Walk Golf Course to take on the Scituate Sailors, but lost 253-300.

Despite the loss, senior captain Blake Belcher led his team with an 8 over par.  The team, as a whole, had some ups and downs, but all managed to take away a positive from the day.

With a rare practice tomorrow, the Panthers will prepare to head down to Plymouth Country Club to take on Plymouth North on Wednesday.

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Panther Golf Suffers Another Defeat

The WH golf team traveled to Hingham today to take on the Harbormen, losing 243-271.

Still unable to earn their first win of the season, the Panthers played fairly well at the always difficult South Shore Country Club.  Junior Cooper Britton led the team with a 5 over par, 41, while sophomore Kaden Serkiz played some great golf, ending the day with an 8 over, 44. Captain Blake Belcher finished the day 11 over, and fellow seniors Derek Olson and Sam Carron carded a 12 over and 13 over, respectively.

The bulk of the season may be behind the Panthers at this point, but they continue to work hard heading into the weekend.

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WH Golf Falls to Silver Lake

The Panthers suffered a tough loss at the Country Club of Halifax today, as they were outplayed by Silver Lake, 255-263.

Senior Sam Carron tied for match medalist with his 3 over, 39., while captain Blake Belcher and junior Cooper Britton both shot a 5 over, 41.

WH finishes off the week with their fourth match tomorrow, as they travel to South Shore Country Club to take on Hingham.

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NQ Golf Tops WH

The Whitman Hanson golf squad traveled to President's Golf Course today to take on the Red Raiders of North Quincy, but were unable to come home with a win, as they lost 228-260.

Despite having never played the course before, sophomore Cam "Seabass" Nehiley led the visiting team with a 5 over par, 39.  Captain Blake Belcher carded a 7 over par, and junior Cooper Britton finished the day playing bogie golf, with a 9 over par, 43.

The Panthers head to the Country Club of Halifax tomorrow to take on an evenly matched Silver Lake team, in hopes of landing their first win.

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WH Golf Defeated by Hingham

It was cold, windy and wet at Ridder Farm Golf Club today as the WH Panthers played host to the first place Patriot League Hingham Harbormen.  The Panthers played well, but they were simply no match for the visitors, who won 244-266.

Captain Blake Belcher led his team with an impressive 3 over 39, and sophomore Cam "Seabass" Nehiley had some incredible recovery shots to finish with a 7 over, 43.  Junior Cooper Britton and senior Sam Carron also tied each other with an 8 over par day.  Freshman Mason Bergeron had his personal best on the back nine, which is notable, considering the difficult playing conditions.

Overall, it's never easy to take a loss, but the team played well enough to give them some confidence to head to President's Golf Course to face North Quincy tomorrow.

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