Meyer Leads Huskers in Arizona

Branden Meyer fired a two-under-par 70 in the final round of the Saguaro Amateur to lead a contingent a five Husker men's golfers at the three-day tournament on Monday, Jan. 4.

Meyer, a senior from Gilbert, Ariz., finished the 54-hole event with a score of 218 (+2) to tie for 33rd in a 112-player field. Meyer opened with a 72 (E) on Saturday, before adding a second-round 76 on Sunday. He closed the tournament strong with his final-round 70 (-2).

Husker teammate Tristan Nelko finished right behind Meyer in a tie for 40th at 219 (+3) after producing consistent rounds of 74-73-72 over the three-day event.

Sophomore Will Marshall also produced a highlight for the Huskers with his second-round 68…