VERMILLION, S.D. — South Dakota men's golf returns to competition to close out the fall season on Monday at the Zach Johnson Invitational, hosted by Drake at Glen Oaks Country Club. 

The Coyotes enter the tournament after reaching No. 111 in the national rankings last week, the highest ranking in program history. South Dakota has also earned individual recognition in recent weeks, with Jack Holtz receiving Summit League Men's Golfer of the Week honors following his performance at the Kemper Lakes Intercollegiate. Cole Witherow earned the same honor the previous week. 

South Dakota's lineup will feature Holtz, Witherow, Joe Rohlwing, Drew Larimer and Parker Etzel. Lance Hamak will compete as an individual. 

The Zach Johnson Invitational field includes Creighton, Drake, Eastern Illinois, Green Bay, Iowa (individuals only), Lindenwood, North Dakota, North Dakota State, Omaha, South Dakota, South Dakota State, UNI, Valparaiso and Western Illinois. 

Glen Oaks Country Club is a par-71 course measuring 6,961 yards. The course has hosted the Zach Johnson Invitational since 2017. Competition begins Monday with 36 holes scheduled, followed by the final 18 holes Tuesday. Both days will feature shotgun starts. 

Tournament Information 

Dates: Oct. 19-20, 2026 

Course: Glen Oaks Country Club 

Location: West Des Moines, Iowa 

Par/Yardage: 71 / 6,961 yards 

Host: Drake 

Format: 54 holes (36 Monday, 18 Tuesday) 

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