Fayetteville, Ark. – Arkansas senior golfer Thomas Curry has been selected for the 2026-27 Fred Haskins Award Final Fall Watch List, joining 24 other top Division I players recognized by the Haskins Foundation and Stifel.
Outstanding fall performance propels Razorbacks to No. 1
Curry, currently ranked No. 14 in the NCAA, was a driving force behind the Razorbacks’ historic rise this fall. He posted top‑seven finishes in all four events he entered, including a tied‑5th at the Vuori, tied‑7th at the Bryan Bros, a third‑place finish at the Blessings, and a tied‑6th at the Fallen Oak. His 70.83 scoring average led the team, and he recorded five rounds in the 60s – the most for Arkansas this season.
In addition to his scoring consistency, Curry delivered three eagles and tied for the team lead with 139 pars, underscoring his all‑around game. Arkansas captured three of the four fall tournaments and finished a single stroke behind the winner in the remaining event, lifting the program to the No. 1 spot in the NCAA rankings for the first time in its history. The team now sits at No. 2 overall.
What the Haskins Award means
The Fred Haskins Award, established in 1971, honors the nation’s top male collegiate golfer as voted on by players, coaches, college golf media, and past award winners. Being named to the Final Fall Watch List signals that Curry is among the elite contenders for the award, which will be presented after the 2026-27 season.
The watch list includes notable players such as Kihei Akina (BYU), Daniel Bennett (Texas), and future PGA Tour hopefuls like Max Emberson (Georgia Tech) and Jack Turner (Florida). Curry’s inclusion highlights the growing strength of Arkansas golf and the program’s ability to develop national‑level talent.
Looking ahead
Arkansas will resume its 2026-27 schedule Feb. 14‑16 at the Watersound Invitational in Panama City Beach, Fla. The Razorbacks captured that event last season, and they hope to build on their recent success.
Coach [Name not provided in source] praised Curry’s work ethic and leadership, noting that his performance sets a standard for teammates and younger players. “Thomas exemplifies the dedication and character we value in our program,” the coach said.
Fans and alumni are encouraged to support the team as it prepares for the spring slate of tournaments, which will include regional qualifiers and potential NCAA championship contention.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
