West Geauga’s boys’ golf team returns four starters and two others with varsity experience from last season.
With that experience, 15th-year head coach Jay Kletecka is optimistic the Wolverines could be well-represented at the district tournament this fall.
“I feel we have a few players capable of making it to districts this season and making first or second-team All-CVC,” Kletecka said. “I’m excited for another season of growth and development with our players. Only graduating one player at the end of the season, so I’m looking forward to seeing our potential not only this season but also next season as well.”
Third-year junior Landon Lear earned second-team All-CVC honors last fall average averaging 42 strokes per nine holes. Junior Xander Hinds and senior Traian Hinds both earned honorable mention all-conference honors after averaging 45 strokes per nine-hole round.
“Xander is a solid ball striker with quite a bit of power,” Kletecka said. “Trai is a four-time letter-winner and is very crafty with his irons and putting game.”
Junior J.T. Javorek is back after missing last season with a shoulder injury and freshman Aiden Hinds is eager to make his mark on the program.
“I’m looking forward to J.T. playing again this season, after having to take last season off due to a shoulder injury,” Kletecka said. “J.T. is a solid putter and craftsman around the green.”
Freshmen Aiden Hinds and J.J. Rubinski will provide the Wolverines with depth.
“I’m looking forward to having a third Hinds on the team this season,” Kletecka said. “I’m looking forward to working with J.J. and excited to have young talent on the team.”
