Atlantic Collegiate Academy posted a strong team performance on March 3, 2026 at Lake City Country Club, finishing second among 18 teams and earning one of five qualifying spots for the Anderson Brothers Bank Tournament on April 20–21.
 
Quick facts

• Event: Anderson Brothers Bank Tournament Qualifier
• Date: March 3, 2026
• Site: Lake City Country Club
• Field: 18 teams (90 competitors), 5 qualifying team spots available
• Notables: 27 players shot under 80 

Team recap — Atlantic Collegiate Academy

• Team score (top 4): 301 — 2nd place
• Individual scores:
  • Elijah Hawkinberry 71
  • Jackson McCormick 73
  • Nick Tarbert 74
  • Ryan Lee 83
  • Oliver Pearce 84

Notes: The four counting rounds (71+73+74+83) combined for the 301 team total. ACA's depth and consistent scoring across the top four secured the runner-up finish behind John Paul II Catholic (295).

Individual highlights

• Elijah Hawkinberry — team low 71, tied for 2nd individual overall in the field
• Jackson McCormick — 73, top-5 individual finish
• Nick Tarbert — 74, top-10 individual finish
• Field low: Brayden Frickel (John Paul II Catholic) — 70

Top team results (top 5)

1. John Paul II Catholic — 295
2. Atlantic Collegiate — 301
3. Blythewood — 306
4. James Island Charter — 310
5. Waccamaw — 311

Coach comments

"Our team played solid and consistent today," head coach Zach Hawkinberry said. "Course conditions proved to be a bit difficult, though our boys adapted well. Standout performance from Elijah Hawkinberry with the team-low 71 and a tie for 2nd individually."

Looking ahead:

The team is scheduled to play Warrior Rumble on March 10, 2026 at Oconee Country Club (Seneca, SC). "The fellas are prepared and ready to excel."
 

Final note:

ACA's balanced scoring and a standout round from Elijah give the program momentum heading into the Warrior Rumble and the April qualifier field.