Golfball on a tee with driver head nearby and a beautiful lush green grass backdrop.
Golfball on a tee with driver head nearby and a beautiful lush green grass backdrop.
BOYS GOLF
🏌️ Boys Golf: Popes wrap up a strong 2026 season! Several players shot personal bests as the season went on, and we have high hopes that they will continue to develop and have lower scores next year. — Coach Will Swenson. Check back for updates! • GO POPES! 🏆
Popes - We highly recommend completing the athletic registration EARLY to ensure your son is able to participate in their desired sport - Athletic registration is due one week before the season begins - Hang on to your son's WIAA Physical Form as you will need to upload it to the online registration form by taking a picture of it or scanning it
Welcome to Pius XI Boys Golf
For over three decades, the Pius XI "Popes" Boys Golf program has been synonymous with excellence, tradition, and competitive spirit. What began as a dominant force in Wisconsin independent school golf has evolved into one of the Woodland West Conference's most consistent and respected programs.
"Several players shot personal bests as the season went on and we have high hopes that they will continue to develop and have lower scores next year"
- Coach Will Swenson
Our legacy was forged in the WISAA era of the 1990s, where we claimed multiple state championships and established ourselves as a powerhouse in private school athletics. Since transitioning to WIAA competition in 2000, we've carried that winning tradition forward—advancing to sectionals in four of the last five seasons and consistently finishing among the top teams in our conference.
The Pius XI boys golf program continued to make meaningful progress this season as it works toward building a competitive future. While the season brought its share of challenges, the team remained committed to improving each time they stepped onto the course. Every practice and match provided valuable experience that will help lay the foundation for the years ahead.
One of the biggest highlights of the season was the individual growth shown by several golfers, as multiple players recorded personal-best scores throughout the year. The popes also welcomed two seniors who joined the program and quickly became valuable contributors, bringing enthusiasm, leadership, and a positive attitude to the team. Their commitment helped strengthen the program and created an encouraging environment for everyone involved.
Although the team's results did not always reflect the effort invested by the players, the season represented another important step in the continued development of the program.
"Our ultimate goal is to compete at the varsity level. We are proud of our team and the progress they have made throughout the season"- Coach Will Swenson
With a dedicated group of returning athletes and a continued emphasis on development, the future of Pius XI boys golf is promising. The progress made this season serves as a reminder that success is built over time, and the Popes are excited to continue building toward sustained varsity competitiveness in the seasons ahead.
"Several players shot personal bests as the season went on and we have high hopes that they will continue to develop and have lower scores next year"- Coach Will Swenson
Go Popes!
Boys Varsity Golf 2026
HISTORY
Boys Varsity Golf 2024-25
Pius Popes Golf Team:
Excellence from Tee to Green.
The Pius XI Catholic High School Boys Golf program stands as one of the school's most distinguished athletic traditions, combining competitive excellence with the values of sportsmanship, discipline, and integrity that define the Pius XI mission. For decades, the Popes have established themselves as one of the premier high school golf programs in Wisconsin, with achievements that span individual and team accomplishments.
Championship Legacy
The Pius XI Boys Golf program boasts an impressive championship history, including WISAA State Championships that established the Popes as a dominant force in Wisconsin high school golf. As the program transitioned to WIAA competition, the tradition of excellence continued with numerous conference championships, regional titles, and state tournament appearances that showcase the program's consistent success.
In conference play, the Popes have established themselves as perennial contenders, capturing multiple Woodland Conference championships through the decades. These team achievements reflect not only individual talent but the program's emphasis on depth, consistency, and mental toughness—qualities that translate from the golf course to all aspects of life.
Recent Woodland Conference Standings
The "Popes" compete in the Woodland West Conference. Since 2022, the team has consistently been a mid-to-top tier contender:
2025 Season:
•Mega-Meet #1: Competitive showing in early-season conference play.
•Postseason: Advanced to the WIAA Division 1 Sectional tournament after strong regional play.
2022-2024 Seasons:
•2022 Woodland Championship: Finished with strong individual performances, including Ryan Conway shooting a 77.
•Consistency: True to coach's 2022 comments, the program has reached the Sectional level in four of the last five seasons, often finishing within the top 4 of conference major meets.
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+3 Championship Heritage (WIAA Transition)
•Sectional Contenders: In the WIAA era, Pius XI frequently finishes in the top 3 of regionals to advance to sectionals (e.g., 3rd place in 2011).
State Appearances:
While still chasing a WIAA team state title, the program has sent numerous individual qualifiers to the State Tournament at University Ridge and Blackwolf Run. In the 2025 postseason, the Pius XI Boys Golf team continued its tradition of excellence by advancing to the WIAA Division 1 Sectional tournament held at Rivermoor Golf Club in Waterford.
2025 WIAA Sectional
Individual Scores At the Waterford Sectional on June 3, 2025, the team posted a combined score of 358, led by consistent individual performances. Gabe Polterermann 86, Gabe Frey 89, Lucas Repenshek 90, Quinn Alimi 93 and Colin Sincere 100
Go Popes!
