Junior Golfer
Cole Wicklander
Bellarmine Preparatory High School
Tacoma, WA
Class of 2024
Academics
Excellent student with a cumulative GPA of 3.77 (*4.2 Adjusted)
*Multiple Advanced Placement (AP) classes including:
AP Calculus
AP Chemistry
AP Computer Science
AP US History
AP World History
Member of the National Honor Society
Marine Chemistry Program
Marine Chemistry is a four-year extracurricular scientific research program for highly capable and motivated students.
Member of First Robotics Competitions: (Bellarmine Preparatory High School)
Mechanical Lead
Compete in local, regional and national competitions.
Competed in World Championship in Houston, TX in 2023
FIRST Robotics is an international program that encourages students in grades K-12 to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The program provides a platform for students to design, build, and program robots to compete in regional and national competitions. FIRST Robotics provides students with the opportunity to work with professional engineers and mentors, develop problem-solving skills, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology. It is an excellent way for young people to prepare for careers in engineering and technology.
Tournament Highlights
2022 Nick Faldo National Championship
Innisbrook, Island Course, FL
Finished in 11th place after playing through local and regional qualifiers to make it into the National Chamipionship played in Palm Harbor, FL at Innisbrook’s Island Course.
2022 Notah Begay JGNC Washington Regional
Loomis Trail Golf, WA
Finished in 33rd place of this Regional Qualifier for the National Championship.
2023 WIAA 4A High School State Championship
The Creek at Qualchan Golf Course, WA
Individually finished in 12th place overall with a 75-74 (+5) while my team finished in 2nd place in the state.
2023 Washington Junior Golf Eastern Open
Veterans Memorial Golf Course, WA
Finished in 23rd place with a 72-74 (+2) out of 148 players.
2023 Washington Junior Golf Western Open
Capitol City Golf Club, WA
Finished in 26th place with a 74-75 (+5) out of 143 players.
2022 Washington Junior Golf Junior World Qualifier
Riverbend Golf Complex, WA
Finished in 42nd place with a 76-74 (+6) out of 137 players.
2022 Washington Junior Golf Eastern Open
Veteran’s Memorial Golf Club, WA
Finished in 25th place with a 73-76 (+5) out of 137 players.
2022 Washington Junior Golf State Championship
Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club, WA
Finished in 22nd place after playing through multiple stages including local and district qualifiers to make it into the WJGA State Championship.
As a competitive golfer, I take pride in the fact that I keep getting better every year. I understand that golf is a game that demands patience, hard work, and a willingness to learn from mistakes. Therefore, I make it a point to consistently practice and refine my swing, technique, and approach to the game. Every year, I set new goals for myself and challenge myself to reach new heights. While winning is always a great feeling, I believe that the real satisfaction comes from the journey of continuous improvement. As I look back at how far I've come, I feel grateful for the joy that golf has brought to my life and excited for the possibilities that the future holds.
Cole Wicklander
Class of 2024
My Support System
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Peter Murphy has been my swing coach since 2019.
Peter Murphy
(469) 323-1729
austmurphy@msn.com -
Steve George has been my high school golf coach since my freshman year in 2020.
Bellarmine Preparatory High School
Steve George
thegeorges5@msn.com -
Erik Haag is the Director of Golf at Meadow Park Golf Course and he has helped me along the way for over 9 years.
Erik Haag
(253) 473-3033
erikh@tacomaparks.com -
And of course, my parents, who have been very supportive from the beginning.
Skylar and Mandy Wicklander
wicklanders@gmail.com