BURNSIDE — Jackson County turned in one of its best performances of the season Tuesday, finishing fourth as a team with a score of 299 while also making a little school history at Burnside Golf Course.
The biggest moment of the day belonged to Eli Summers, who recorded what is believed to be the first albatross in Jackson County golf history. On the opening hole, a par-5, Summers holed out from approximately 200 yards for the extremely rare feat.
An albatross, also known as a double eagle, is one of the rarest accomplishments in golf, occurring roughly once in every six million shots. Summers’ remarkable shot gave the Generals an unforgettable highlight and marked a historic moment for the program.
Micah Summers paced Jackson County with an even-par 72, while Eli Summers and Brennan Combs each carded a 74. Jackson Lakes added a 79, and Elijah Thomas finished with an 84.
Behind the strong individual performances and the historic shot from Summers, the Generals posted a team score of 299 to claim fourth place in a competitive field.
