Columbus State University has a new leader on the links, and his résumé is nothing short of impressive. Jackson Wedgeworth — a former professional golfer and national champion both as a player and as a coach — has been named the head coach of the Columbus State men’s golf program, according to the Peach Belt Conference.

Wedgeworth brings a rare combination of elite playing experience and proven coaching success to the Cougars. Having competed professionally and earned national championship credentials on both sides of the tee box, he arrives in Columbus with the kind of pedigree that programs dream about when searching for their next leader.

For Columbus State student-athletes, the hire signals an exciting new chapter. A coach who has navigated the pressures of professional golf and guided teams to national titles understands what it takes to compete at the highest levels — and that experience translates directly to the players who will suit up for the Cougars in the seasons ahead.

The Peach Belt Conference, of which Columbus State is a proud member, announced the appointment, underscoring the significance of landing a coach of Wedgeworth’s caliber. His arrival is expected to energize recruiting efforts and raise the program’s profile across the region and beyond.

Columbus has long been a community that rallies around its athletes and institutions, and the addition of a national champion coach to one of its flagship university programs gives local golf fans plenty to look forward to. Whether you follow collegiate athletics closely or simply appreciate a great local success story, Wedgeworth’s appointment is a genuine win for the Columbus State community and the city as a whole.

Stay tuned to Columbus State athletics for updates on the upcoming season and what Coach Wedgeworth has in store for the Cougars on the course.

Sources: Peach Belt Conference