The Elk Point-Jefferson boys golf team qualified for the state meet after a strong performance in regional play on September 28, 2026. From left: Spencer Marx, Gavin Frank, Austin Hanson, Drew Geary, Ben Akin and Jack Hayes. Submitted photo

The Elk Point-Jefferson boys golf team punched its ticket to the Class A State Golf Tournament (on) Monday (September 28, 2026) by placing third at the region meet with a team score of 315.

The regional finish earned the Huskies an automatic team berth to the state tournament. It is the first EPJ boys golf team to automatically qualify for the state tournament since 2016. Leading the way for the Hu…