Elder Finishes in Second at Carolinas Amateur

Former Greensboro College golfer Brock Elder fired a final round 74 on Sunday afternoon at the Carolinas Amateur to a secure a tie for second place.  Elder, who helped lead The Pride to the National Championship in May, led by a single stroke entering the final day.  He finished at five-under par with an overall score of 283 (72-67-70-74).

Scott Harvey took home the title with a four day total of 281 (72-70-68-71).  Also finishing tied for second place was Grant Houser of Holly Springs, NC (74-72-70-67) and Trevor Cone of Concord, NC (74-72-69-68).

The Carolinas Amateur championship is the oldest CGA championship and is being played at 72 holes stroke play for the second year. It was competed at match play for the first 95 events.

This event is one of 35 major championships conducted by the 102 year old Carolinas Golf Association.

Click here for the final standings.