FHSU Sports Information

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Fort Hays State men’s golf team opens the 2017-18 season ranked 11th in the MIAA Preseason Coaches Poll, released Tuesday (Aug. 29) by the league office. The poll is comprised of votes from all 11 coaches in the conference. Coaches do not list their own institution on their ballot.

The Tigers earned 16 points in the voting process, up from 13 a year ago. This year’s roster consists of 11 returners and four newcomers, including three junior transfers and one true freshman.

Central Missouri was picked to win the conference, earning nine first-place votes. Defending champion Central Oklahoma was listed second, picking up the final two first-place picks. Lindenwood was ranked third followed closely by Washburn in fourth.

The regular season gets underway September 11-12 when the Tigers travel to Warrensburg, Mo. for the Mule Invitational.

2017 MIAA Preseason Men’s Coaches Poll
1. Central Missouri (9) – 99
2. Central Oklahoma (2) – 90
3. Lindenwood – 78
4. Washburn – 75
5. Northeastern State – 59
6. Missouri Southern – 52
7. Missouri Western – 49
8. Nebraska-Kearney – 36
9. Southwest Baptist – 30
10. Lincoln – 21
11. Fort Hays State – 16