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When looking at the big picture, life outside of the Rum River conference, the Purple Hawk Invitational is it. Both Chisago Lakes and North Branch look forward to it every season, competing and comparing themselves to some of the best teams in the state.

For Chisago Lakes, the truth is, 20 teams were comparing themselves to them last Monday. Out of 21 teams, the Wildcats finished second, coming in four strokes behind Grand Rapids.

Mike Tschida paced the ‘Cats with a four over par 76, good enough to earn medalist honors.

As for North Branch, the Vikings saw three of their six varsity golfers shoot in the 80’s while the other three topped 90. North Branch finished with a combined team score of 339, putting them 11 overall.

“The greens were really difficult,” mentioned Tom Moriarty, North Branch head boys golf coach. “They were quick, really quick. For the most part, I think we were happy with how we played considering the course and who we were facing.”

Bryan Peters led the way with an 80 followed by Tom Koep who carded an 81. Tyler Leland also cracked 90, finishing with 87.

Purple Hawk Invitational

Boys team results (Top 5)-

1. Grand Rapids 308

2. Chisago Lakes 312

3. Anoka 319

4. C-I Blue 320

Cretin-Derham Hall 320

11. North Branch 339

Chisago Lakes results:

Not reported

North Branch results:

Bryan Peters 80

Tom Koep 81

Tyler Leland 87

Greg Moriarty 91

Jake Lane 93

Brad Peters 97

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