Birdies at an All-Time High as McGuire Takes Home The Hocking Hills Rumble Victory
- DGA Tour
- Jul 31, 2024
- 2 min read

In the seventh event of the DGA Tour, Shea McGuire emerged victorious at the Hocking Hills Rumble, securing his first win of the season with an impressive performance. Held at the notoriously challenging Hocking Hills Golf Course, the event tested the resilience and skills of all participants, with the steep hills and rough conditions adding to the difficulty.
McGuire's winning net score of +2 and gross score of 80 earned him 65 points, marking a significant milestone in his season. His performance was characterized by consistency and precision, leading the field with three birdies and tying for the most pars with seven. McGuire's ability to navigate the tough course conditions proved crucial in his narrow victory over Trevor Monk, who finished in second place with a net score of +4 and a gross score of 80, earning 55 points.
Trevor Monk put up a strong fight, demonstrating his skill and determination throughout the round. However, he ultimately fell short, finishing 13 strokes behind McGuire. Monk's performance was still commendable, highlighted by his ability to tie for the most pars with seven, showcasing his steady play.
Jack Bosser made a notable return to the tour, securing a third-place finish tied with Will Eyman, both with net scores of +6. Bosser's gross score of 78, the lowest of the day, was particularly impressive, earning him 50 points. Eyman, with a gross score of 86, matched Bosser's net score, showcasing his consistency on the course. Eyman also tied for the most pars with seven, reflecting his solid play throughout the tournament.
Tyler Monk, with a handicap of 4, finished fifth with a net score of +7 and a gross score of 82, earning 38 points. Ryan Arter and Harry Gilmore both recorded net scores of +9, with gross scores of 88 and 89 respectively, each earning 35 points. Gilmore's round included one birdie, contributing to the high number of birdies recorded during the event.
Kyler Messner, playing with a 0 handicap, finished with a net score of +12 and a gross score of 83, earning 27 points. Despite the challenging conditions, Messner managed to record two birdies, tying for second in birdies for the day.
Mike McGuire and Auston Sorg struggled with the course conditions, both finishing with net scores of +13. McGuire's gross score of 94 and Sorg's gross score of 90 reflected the difficulties faced by many players on the steep and rugged course.
This event saw a high rate of birdies, with nine different players recording at least one birdie. McGuire's three birdies led the field, while Bosser and Messner each recorded two. The tough course conditions at Hocking Hills added an extra layer of challenge, but the players' resilience and skill were on full display.
Shea McGuire's victory at the Hocking Hills Rumble not only marks his first win of the season but also his fourth top-five finish, solidifying his position as a strong contender on the DGA Tour. As the season progresses, the competition continues to heat up, with each event bringing new challenges and standout performances from the tour's talented golfers.
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