Holland Reporter

The Grand Valley State University men's golf team has achieved a significant milestone with three of its players being named to the PING Midwest All-Region team. The honorees include Drew Coble, Nick Krueger, and Manuel Cue Vargas.

Drew Coble, recognized as the GLIAC Player of the Year, is receiving this honor for the third time in his career. Previously included in the All-Region team in 2021 and 2023, Coble's performance this year includes three victories and five additional top-10 finishes. He played 27 rounds at par or better, with 14 rounds scoring in the 60s. His outstanding season has also earned him a finalist spot for the Jack Nicklaus Division II National Player of the Year award.

Nick Krueger continues his streak by earning all-Region accolades for the fourth consecutive year. As a fifth-year player, he won one event this year and secured four more top-10 finishes. With 20 rounds at or below par, including a low score of 66, Krueger is ranked 72nd nationally and has been awarded First-Team All-GLIAC honors once again.

Manuel Cue Vargas has been named to the All-Region team for the first time in his career following an impressive season. His standout performance came at Regionals where he finished tied for third place with a score of -5 and carded his season's lowest round at 65. The sophomore also boasts two other top-three finishes and three additional top-10s. Ranked 63rd nationally, Vargas has completed 21 rounds under par.