Fairfield Prep wins fourth straight CIAC Division I golf title; Greenwich's Neuenfeldt repeats
Fairfield Prep's five golfers all shot 72 or better as the Jesuits won the team title by six strokes.
Will Neuenfeldt of Greenwich secured his second consecutive Division I golf title on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Keney Park in Windsor, Connecticut. Despite initially doubting his ability to win last year, Neuenfeldt's focus and determination led him to a 1-under-par 69, securing a one-shot victory over his rivals. The senior shared his surprise and excitement, acknowledging the significant effort that went into his performance.
Greenwich's team finished second in the CIAC Division I golf championship with a score of 285, trailing Fairfield Prep by six strokes. The Jesuit school's top five golfers all managed to score between 70 and 72, with Graham Geisler tying for second place at an even-par 70. Geisler, who transferred from Greenwich to Fairfield Prep, expressed his gratitude for the team's success, acknowledging the pressure of executing well during the championship.
Fairfield Prep's coach, Rudy Mauritz, highlighted the team's depth and the strategic changes they made to their lineup throughout the season. By allowing multiple players to participate in the Division I meet, prepared to face the intense competition that ensued. Senior Alex Mack, along with Luke Hoglund, Luke Kowalchik, and Austin Mack, contributed crucial scores of 71 or 72, while freshman Billy Rosati and Austin Mack posted 72.
The championship witnessed a third consecutive setback for Conard, as Fairfield Prep managed to repeat as champions for a fourth consecutive year.
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