Saratoga Golfer Captures First Collegiate-Level Title
Kellen Dean, a Saratoga Springs High School alum, is seen just moments after winning his first individual golf title at the collegiate level. Photo via Xavier University.
NEWTON, KANSAS — Saratoga Springs High School graduate Kellen Dean, now a freshman at Xavier University, captured his first men’s golf tournament individual title at the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational earlier this week. The title secured Dean a sponsor’s exemption into the Korn Ferry Tour’s Wichita Open in June.
Dean finished with a score of -7 (209), shooting rounds of 73, 66, and 70. On the par 3s, he averaged 2.75. His standout performance helped Xavier’s team score a +5 (869), placing them tied for third overall.
When interviewed by Saratoga TODAY in May, Dean said one of his top goals was “for my golf game to be sharp heading into my freshman year in college at Xavier University, and to be able to make an instant impact for the team.”
It appears he has accomplished his goal.