Royals get back at Buena, 397-401

The San Marcos boys golf team picked up a huge Channel League victory on Thursday, edging Buena by four strokes at Los Olivos Links in Ventura.

The Royals posted a 397 to the Bulldogs’ 401, lifting the Royals into second place with a 3-2 record. The win also avenged an earlier loss to Buena in Santa Barbara.

Kyle Rieb was low man for the Royals with a 76. Dodge Ward and John Etsell were right behind with a 78 and 79 respectively.

Each match will be huge from here on out as the Royals jostle for a playoff berth. Dos Pueblos, who also won on Thursday and is 2-3 in league, is on the schedule next week for San Marcos.

SAN MARCOS 397, BUENA 401

San Marcos Individuals – Kyle Rieb 76, Dodge Ward 78, John Etsell 79, Thayer White 81, Scott Bradford 83