CARLSBAD, Calif. — One simple change helped Carter Loflin find his groove.

Led by senior Zac Jones’ 1-under-par 71, BYU’s men’s golf team got off to a decent start at the NCAA Men’s Golf Championships Thursday at La Costa Golf Course in Carlsbad, California. Playing their “third round” first,

Penfield, New York - Alexander Papajohn shot a final round 71 to finish in a tie for 20th place at the NCAA Divsion III Men's Golf Championship. Papajohn led the Bearcats on the final day as the team shot a total of 309 in the final round to finish in 17th place in the team competition.

This has made Omni Hotels & Resorts a prominent player in major championship golf. But perhaps more importantly, it’s also served as a catalyst for providing the best possible experience for resort guests and members at all of its properties.

Here's how BYU's men's golf team is approaching the NCAA Championships, and how the Cougars have prepared to play by themselves on Thursday to avoid playing on Sunday

With his berth this season, the Farmington native is now the fourth Utah golfer in program history to compete as an individual in the NCAA Championships three times. Utah alums Dustin Pimm, Kyler Dunkle and Tristan Mandur are the only others to achieve the feat.

Punching one ticket to the NCAA Championships is a special moment. For siblings Jake and Reese Springer, it was twice as nice after their historic sweep.

When he woke up earlier this week, ready for a practice round ahead of his final collegiate tournament, there was a little extra spring in Justin Biwer’s step.