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The 2025 NDHSAA Class A Boys’ State Golf Tournament at Vardon Golf Club features remarkable performances from Minot High School golfers, particularly Bennett Barsch and Fischer Johnson. Minot North and Fargo Davies also showcase strong competition as the tournament progresses. The stakes are high for the athletes as they prepare for upcoming rounds, eager to secure their standings and impress spectators.

Minot High School Golfers Shine at the 2025 NDHSAA Class A Boys’ State Golf Tournament

Hey there, sports fans! Exciting times are happening in Minot as the 2025 NDHSAA Class A Boys’ State Golf Tournament has officially kicked off at the scenic Vardon Golf Club. Golf enthusiasts gathered on June 4, 2025, to watch young athletes showcase their skills on the green, and the competition is heating up!

Minot High’s Bennett Barsch Strikes a Solid First Round

For the Minot High School squad, all eyes were on senior golfer Bennett Barsch as he hit off the tee box at the sixteenth hole. Barsch wrapped up the first round with a score of four over par, which translates to a total of 76 strokes. This performance has him tied for fourteenth place individually, which is quite impressive considering the high level of competition!

Fargo Davies Takes the Lead

The top spot in the tournament currently belongs to Fargo Davies, boasting an impressive overall score of fourteen over par. Their standout star, senior golfer Porter Seidel, ended his first round at one over par, with a score of 73 strokes, securing the first seed for his team. The pressure’s on, but they’re certainly making a splash!

Minot North Hot on Their Heels

Not too far behind, we have Minot North High School, holding steady with an overall score of sixteen over par. Their top performer, senior Kasen Rostad, tied with other competitors for fifth on the individual leaderboard, also finishing the day at one over par with a score of 73 strokes. The rivalry is palpable!

A Look at Minot High’s Performance

Meanwhile, the Minot High team is currently ranked ninth overall with a score that sits at twenty-eight over par. However, the team can boast of their top-notch player, senior Fischer Johnson, who had a fantastic showing, ending the round with the best score on his team at three over par (totaling 75 strokes). He finds himself tied for tenth place alongside three other players, solidifying his status as a strong competitor.

What’s Next for Minot Golfers?

Looking ahead, Bennett Barsch is set to tee off again on Wednesday at 9:10 a.m. from the first hole. The anticipation is building as fans are eager to see if he can improve on his solid start. Junior golfer Carsen Gartner, who finished the first day at eighteen over par, will also be back in action, scheduled to start at 7:49 a.m. from the tenth hole.

The competition also extends beyond Minot, with Kasen Rostad set to tee off at 9:28 a.m. at the first hole, representing Minot North as they look to climb the leaderboard.

Individual Leader Shines Bright

As of now, the individual leaderboard sees Parker Beck from Century High School in the spotlight, dazzling everyone with a score of five under par, supported by six birdies and a breathtaking eagle at the eighteenth hole. Talk about a showstopper!

Class B Golf Championship Updates

In addition to the Class A tournament, the Class B Boys’ Golf Tournament wrapped up its first day at the Jamestown Country Club. Leading the field is Oak Grove Lutheran School, with sophomore Mason Paulus finishing the day at two over par, scoring 74 strokes. The competition is fierce among the schools!

For fans of Bishop Ryan, seniors Jett Lundeen and Jace Schwan are also in the mix, finishing at thirteen over and sixteen over par, respectively. Lundeen is aiming for a strong finish as he tees off again at 10:00 a.m., while Schwan is set for a 9:12 a.m. start.

Wrapping It All Up

With all the excitement, rounds two and three promise even more thrilling moments. Fans, mark your calendars and get ready to root for your favorite golfers! The 2025 NDHSAA Class A Boys’ State Golf Tournament is just getting started, and it’s already proving to be a memorable event!

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