Golf: Rockwell shines at national event

James Wood sophomore golfer Brayden Rockwell qualified for and recently played in the Under Armour Junior Nationals in Miramar Beach, Fla., earning a Top 30 finish in a 92-player field.

Rockwell qualified for the event by finishing first in the Northern Virginia Fall League. He had three wins, two runner-up finishes and one third in capturing the points title.

Rockwell overcame an opening round of 95 at the San Destin Golf and Beach Resort, bouncing back with a 2-over 74, the fourth best round on the final day. He jumped 32 places to finish in a tie for 25th with a 169 total.

By finishing in the Top 30, Rockwell qualified for the Under Armour Junior Tour World Championship in July at the Reunion Resort & Golf Club in Orlando, Fla.