Throughout the spring season, Archbishop Riordan’s golf team teed up for an exciting performance.
With dedication and passion, these young athletes have stepped onto the grass, ready for the excitement and accomplishments of the season.
The Riordan golf program has seen significant growth over the past couple of years after Covid, not just in terms of size, but their accomplishments as well.
Alden Thai ’25 explained, “The program has also grown a lot bigger since I started. Everyone has improved their game throughout the years and have also matured as people in general.”
The team had five impressive wins this season and a recent second win against Sacred Heart Cathedral. Despite some toughlosses, Thai sets his sights on the CCS Regional Championships.
He also was awarded as the first golfer to medal at the WCAL Championship in Riordan history.
Thai said, “My biggest accomplishment this year was shooting a 73 during the WCAL championships and winning against a packed field in 30 mile per hour plus winds.”
Throughout the season these nine players brought unwavering determination and heart to the course. The five graduating seniors have passed down their mentorship and guided this young team throughout its season. The team made unforgettable memories, fostering formidable bonds.
Thai reminisced on his favorite memories with the team, saying, “My favorite moments with the teamwerethelatenightdinners and bus rides where we all came together like a family.”
Michael Cha ’26 expressed a similar sentiment, stating, “Every time we have had a match at San Jose, after the match, we would go to Chick-fil-A or Shake Shack.”
Though the team didn’t have a great record, it doesn’t tell the full story of the work that they put in and what they accomplished.
As the season concluded, seniors said farewell and new players came in. Cha also shared a goal for the upcoming season, saying,“We hope to qualify for CCS as a team next year.”
