Smart Announces Signing of Cian O’Connor

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – University of Memphis head men's golf coach Blake Smart announced the signing of Cian O'Connor on Tuesday. O'Connor will be eligible to compete for the Tigers starting in the 2022-23 season.

"I am very pleased to have Cian joining us next fall," Smart remarked. "Along with his resume, I was attracted to Cian because of his acumen for the game and all it entails. Cian is well thought of by coaches and comes from a strong family golf background. I see Cian have a strong freshman impact alongside Jackson McCommon."

O'Connor, who will come to Memphis from C.B.S. Roscommon in Roscommon, Ireland, had quite the prep career. In 2021, O'Connor finished second in the Irish National…