00:00 – Virginia’s Ben James Tops PGA TOUR University Class of 2026 Preseason Ranking!
06:17 – Mahanth Chirravuri’s PGA TOUR University Debut: A Rising Star in Golf
10:14 – Matthew Kress Ranked No. 23 in PGA TOUR University Class of 2026 Preseason Rankings
1. Virginia’s Ben James Tops PGA TOUR University Class of 2026 Preseason Ranking!
Ben James from the University of Virginia debuts at No. 1 in the PGA TOUR University Class of 2026 preseason ranking! Join us as we dive into the top players, including Texas’ Christiaan Maas and Tommy Morrison, Ole Miss’s Michael La Sasso, and Oklahoma’s Jase Summy. Discover how these golf stars are shaping up for the 2025-26 college golf season and what it means for their future in professional golf. Learn about the ranking system, the rewards for top finishers, and the impressive achievements of these young talents. Don’t miss out on the latest in college golf!
2. Mahanth Chirravuri’s PGA TOUR University Debut: A Rising Star in Golf
Get ready to dive into the world of collegiate golf and the incredible journey of Mahanth Chirravuri. This Pepperdine senior has made waves, quite literally, by debuting at No. 10 in the PGA TOUR University Preseason Rankings.
Chirravuri, a consensus All-American and WCC individual champion, has an impressive scoring average of 70.38, ranking him among the best in the nation. With a career scoring average of 70.86, he’s on track to make history.
Learn about the PGA TOUR University program and how it provides a pathway to the PGA TOUR for exceptional collegiate players. Discover the ranking criteria and the opportunities it presents for these young golfers.
Don’t miss out on this inspiring story of talent, hard work, and the pursuit of excellence. Join us as we celebrate Mahanth’s achievements and explore the exciting world of golf.
3. Matthew Kress Ranked No. 23 in PGA TOUR University Class of 2026 Preseason Rankings
Florida Gators golfer Matthew Kress starts at No. 23 in the PGA TOUR University Class of 2026 preseason rankings, continuing Florida’s streak of strong representation. Learn about Kress’s standout junior season, including his PING All-American honors, impressive performances at NCAA Championships and Regionals, and how he balances academics with athletics, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Discover what this ranking means for Kress’s journey to potentially earning Korn Ferry Tour membership and more. Stay tuned for updates on his path through collegiate golf and beyond.
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Virginia’s Ben James tops PGA Tour University class of 2026 preseason ranking. Imagine a young golfer so talented that he’s already making waves before even stepping onto the professional circuit. That’s exactly what we are seeing with Ben James who has just been crowned the number one player in the PGA Tour University class of 2026 preseason ranking. This announcement made by the PGA Tour University sets the stage for the upcoming 2025 to 26 college golf season. And it’s just the beginning of what promises to be a thrilling journey for these young athletes. Asterisk asterisk. But here’s where it gets interesting. Asterisk Ben James, a standout player from the University of Virginia, isn’t just a top ranked player. He’s a seasoned competitor with a track record that includes six victories in 35 collegiate starts and a national runner-up finish at the 2025 NCA Championship. James, currently ranked number two in the World Amateur Golf Ranking, W AGR, has already made nine appearances on the PGA Tour, including the last two US Opens, where he showed his medal against the world’s best. He’s also no stranger to international competition, having represented the United States in the Arnold Palmer Cup twice and set to compete in his second Walker Cup this September. Texas, known for its strong golfing tradition, boasts two players in the top five. Christian Mass at number two and Tommy Morrison at number four. Mass, a native of Ptoria, South Africa, had an impressive 2024 to 25 season, leading the Longhorns with 18 rounds in the 60s and claiming victory at the Palma Valley Invitational. He’s also made a splash on the DP World Tour, finishing fourth at the Invest South African Open Championship. Morrison, on the other hand, won the European amateur in 2024, becoming the first American to do so and earned a spot in the 2024 Open Championship, where he made the cut and finished tied for 60th. Rounding out the top three is Michael Lassaso from Olay Miss who claimed the NCA individual title in May, making him the second player from Ole Miss to achieve this feat last Sasso’s junior year was nothing short of stellar with three victories and the lowest scoring average in program history. He’s also set to join James on the US Walker Cup team this September. Oklahoma’s Jay Suni completes the top five with a junior season that included seven top 10 finishes and a victory at the Marrio Intercolgate. Sun’s 2024 summer saw him finish runner up at the Sahana Amateur and he’s continued to perform well this summer with a tied for 12th finish at the Northeast Amateur and a tied for third at the Southern Amateur. The PGA Tour University ranking system in partnership with WAGR evaluates players based on their performance over the last two years of their collegiate careers. This includes NCAA Division 1 men’s team competitions, official PGA Tour tournaments, and select DP World Tour events. The ranking period for the class of 2026 began in week 23 of 2024 and will conclude on June 1st, 2026 following the final round of stroke play at the 2026 NCA Championship. The stakes are high as the number one player in the final ranking next June will earn PGA Tour membership while players ranked 2 to 10 will secure corn ferry tour membership. Those finishing between 11 to 25 will gain exempt membership for PGA Tour America’s segment 2 with the top five players also earning exemptions into the final stage of Q school presented by Cornferry and those from 6 to 25 getting a pass into the second stage to be considered for the ranking. Eligible players in the class of 2026 must register and the process is currently open. The full ranking will be released in September, just before the fall college golf season kicks off. In total, 16 schools and seven countries, China, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, and the United States are represented in the class of 2026 preseason ranking. Virginia with three players in the top 25 and Texas with the same number showcased the depth of talent in these programs. However, Ole misleads the pack with four players in the top 25 underlining the strength of their golf program. Asterisk asterisk and this is the part most people miss. Asterisk asterisk the impact of these rankings goes beyond just college golf. Since the inception of PGA Tour University, 104 players from 47 schools have earned performance benefits and 25 alumni have combined for 39 professional victories. Notable success stories include John Pac from Florida State and Pier Sun Cudi from Texas who both earned Kornferryy Tour membership as the top ranked players in their respective classes. More recently, Levig Aberg from Texas Tech, Michael Thorb Johnson from Stanford, and David Ford from North Carolina have achieved PGA Tour membership. Eight PGA Tour University alumni are currently ranked in the top 100 of the official world golf ranking, OWGr, including Aberg at number 11, Chris Garup at number 27, and Davis Thompson at number 68. These achievements highlight the effectiveness of the PGA Tour University program in grooming future stars of the game. So, what does this mean for the future of college golf? With such a strong foundation and clear pathways to professional success, the class of 2026 is poised to make a significant impact. But the real question is asterisk asterisk, will these young talents live up to the hype? Or will they surprise us in ways we never expected? asterisk asterisk share your thoughts in the comments below. Mahanth Churi’s PGA Tour University debut a rising star in golf. Imagine the thrill of debuting at the top of the leaderboard, but not on just any course on the prestigious PGA Tour University rankings. Mahanth Churi, a senior from Peppadine University’s men’s golf team, has done just that, landing at an impressive 10th position in the PGA Tour University preseason rankings, announced on a Wednesday in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. But here’s where it gets controversial. Shuri’s achievement is even more remarkable considering he hails from a non-powerful institution, making his debut all the more noteworthy. Let’s dive into the details of this extraordinary journey. Shurvi, a consensus all-American and a West Coast Conference individual champion for 2025, had a stellar junior year. He led the waves with a scoring average of 70.38 and secured seven top 10 finishes. His performance included 23 underpar rounds and eight top 20 finishes in 13 events. This scoring average of 70.38 is the fourth best in Pepedine’s program history. His career scoring average of 70.86 places him second on the Waves all-time scoring average list, trailing only Sahit Gala. And this is the part most people miss. Shuriri’s consistency and skill have not gone unnoticed on a national scale. He ended the 2024 to 25 season ranked number 34 in the scoreboard individual national rankings and is currently number 36 in the world amateur golf rankings. The PGA Tour University was established to provide a clear pathway for the nation’s top collegiate golfers to transition to the PGA Tour. The top player in the final PGA Tour University ranking next June will secure a PGA Tour card, while players ranked 2nd through 10th will earn Cornferryy Tour membership for 2026. Players ranked 11th through 25th will gain exempt membership for PGA Tour America’s segment 2 in 2026. Additionally, finishes numbers 2 to 5 will be exempt into the final stage of Q school presented by Kornferry and numbers 6 to 25 will be exempt into the second stage. The rankings are based on players performances over the last two years of their collegiate careers, including NCA Division 1 team competitions, all official PGA Tour events, and select DP World Tour events. The class of 2026 ranking period spans from week 23 of the 2024 season through June 1st, 2026, following the final round of stroke play at the 2026 NCA Championships. A complete class of 2026 ranking will be released in September, just before the start of the fall collegiate golf season. Last year, the Waves finished 12th at the National Championships and clinched their 23rd WCC team title. Head coach Michael Beard’s squad is expected to return six players from last year’s roster in 2025 to 26. A full schedule is forthcoming. Follow keep up with the waves all season on social media at Pepgolf on Facebook X and Instagram. For updated scores, schedules and more visit www.pepeddinewaves.com. players mentioned Mahant Churi, Sahit Digi Gala, Michael Beard. Now let’s spark some discussion. Do you think Churi’s success from a non-powerful institution challenges the traditional hierarchy in collegiate golf? How do you think his journey will influence future golfers from similar backgrounds? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Matthew Crest ranked number 23 in PGA Tour University class of 2026 preseason rankings. What an electrifying moment for college golf. Florida’s own Matthew Crest has now secured the number 23 spot in the PGA Tour University class of 2026 preseason rankings, sparking both excitement and debate among fans and experts alike. This achievement continues a proud tradition for the University of Florida, marking the second consecutive season in which a Gator has been featured in the preseason rankings. The announcement was made from Ponttovedra Beach, FLA on Wednesday, affirming yet another milestone for a program that began in 2020. Over the years, the Gator have seen four of their players make it to the final rankings. Notably, Ian Gilligan reached an impressive number four finish and earned his corn ferry tour status for the remainder of the season. An accomplishment that many consider a turning point for collegiate golfers looking to break into professional circuits. Matthew Crest has had a season filled with impressive achievements. Over his junior campaign, he was honored as a Ping All-American and made a statement at the NCAA National Championships by finishing as the top competitor with a tie for ninth at three under par. Built on three consecutive rounds of scores under par, 71-69-70, he earned a spot on the all tournament team. And this is the part most people miss.
