Southern Illinoise University Athletics
Southern Illinois University
Missouri Valley Conference Championships
Salukis seeking fifth MVC Title in last decade
04/25/2026 | 1:12:00 | Men's Golf
Southern Illinois men's golf heads to Waterloo, Illinois, for the Missouri Valley Conference Championship, set for April 26–28 at Annbriar Golf Course. The Salukis enter postseason play with momentum after one of their strongest performances of the spring, finishing second at the Hawkeye Invitational.
Picked as the preseason favorite, expectations are clear—Southern Illinois is chasing another conference title.
The three-day, 54-hole championship will be played on a par-71 layout. Tee times are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Sunday and Monday, with Tuesday's final round beginning at 8:30 a.m. This marks the first time since 2000 that Annbriar has hosted the conference championship.
Recent MVC History
Southern Illinois has established itself as one of the premier programs in the league, capturing four MVC team championships:
- 2016
- 2019
- 2022
- 2024
The Field
Defending champion Illinois State enters after securing its seventh MVC title last season, the most of any program in the field. The Redbirds remain one of the top challengers in a competitive lineup.
According to Clippd national rankings:
- Southern Illinois – 110
- Illinois State – 134
- Drake – 208
- Murray State – 214
- Belmont – 235
- Evansville – 249
- Bradley – 258
- Valparaiso – 268
- Northern Iowa – 281
The Lineup
The Salukis will rely on a balanced and experienced group:
With depth, momentum, and a recent track record of success, Southern Illinois enters the week positioned to contend for another MVC crown.
Live Scoring/Tournament Field: SCOREBOARD - 2026 Missouri Valley Conference Men's Golf Championship (Men) Participants
