El Paso, Texas – The UTEP Miners men’s golf squad is set to begin its inaugural Mountain West campaign this week, traveling to Phoenix, Arizona for the USC Bomb Darts Birds Intercollegiate tournament on Sept. 7‑8. The event, hosted at the challenging Whirlwind Golf Club (par 72, 7,222 yards), will serve as the first of five fall competitions on the Miners’ schedule.
Schedule and format
Round one will start on Monday at 8:00 a.m. PT (9:00 a.m. MDT) with a shotgun start, allowing all players to tee off simultaneously from different holes. A second round will follow the same day at 1:30 p.m. PT (2:30 p.m. MDT) in continuous play. The final round on Tuesday begins at 7:45 a.m. PT (8:45 a.m. MDT) with another shotgun start. Live scoring will be available through the tournament’s official scoreboard.
UTEP roster
The Miners will field five competitors: senior Marc Keller, junior Patrick Foley, sophomore Julien Dulait, sophomore Luke Harwick, and senior Alexandre Godin. Freshman Valentin Luna will compete as an individual, not counting toward the team total. Both Dulait and Harwick will make their UTEP debuts on Monday, adding fresh talent to the lineup.
Opponents and competition
UTEP will face a strong field that includes host USC, as well as Arkansas State, Baylor, California, Eastern Michigan, Fresno State, James Madison, New Mexico State, Santa Clara, Stanford, the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and Washington State. The diverse lineup offers a solid benchmark for the Miners as they transition into Mountain West play.
Why this matters for El Paso
UTEP’s move to the Mountain West Conference marks a significant step for the university’s athletic programs, aligning the Miners with regional rivals and increasing exposure for student‑athletes. Golf, a sport that emphasizes discipline, perseverance, and personal responsibility, reflects the values cherished by families and faith‑based communities throughout West Texas.
Local supporters are encouraged to follow the tournament online and cheer on the Miners as they represent El Paso on a national stage. The team’s performance in Phoenix will set the tone for the remainder of the fall schedule and provide early insight into how the Miners will compete against some of the nation’s top collegiate programs.
Looking ahead
After the USC event, UTEP will return to Texas for the next leg of its fall schedule, continuing to build momentum as the Mountain West season progresses. Fans can stay updated on scores, player highlights, and upcoming tournament dates through the university’s athletics website and social media channels.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
