Undefeated Buena betters Royals

San Marcos’ boys golf team nearly pulled off two wins this week in the Murderer’s Row called the Channel League, coming up short against Buena on Thursday, 388-396.

Buena remains undefeated on the season at 6-0, winning its league opener. The Royals fall to 1-1 in league after defeating defending league champion Santa Barbara on Tuesday.

Brett Silvernail was medalist, scoring a two-over 74 at Olivas Links.  Dodge Ward was the Royals’ low man, carding a 76.  All five San Marcos scorers were under 82, with Scott Bradford joining Ward under 80 at 78.

San Marcos is now 3-2, 1-1.

BUENA 388, SAN MARCOS 396

Medalist – Brett Silvernail, 74, Buena.

SM – Ward 76, Bradford 78, Etsell 80, White 80, Rieb 82.