Completed Event: Men's Golf versus Columbia Autumn Invitational on September 28, 2025 , , 2nd of 13 (-11)
Final
Men's Golf
vs Columbia Autumn Invitational
2nd of 13 (-11)
Athlete Awards
Bednarz, Will
Will Bednarz
- Award:
- Athletes of the Week
- Week:
- 8/13/2018
- Sport:
- Men's Golf
- Bio:
- View Full Bio
Throughout the summer, DartmouthSports.com will be focusing on members of the Class of 2020 who are currently in their "Sophomore Summers."
This installment features Will Bednarz of the men's golf team. A native of Larkspur, California, Bednarz began last year with one of his best collegiate showings, tying for 13th out of 90 golfers at the Cornell Fall Invitational. That tournament included an opening-round 69 (-2), which is a career low for him to date. He ended the season on another high note, improving in each of the three rounds of the Ivy League Tournament to tie for 15th in the 40-man field. Over his first two seasons, he has played in 15 of the 18 tournaments and is expected to contribute to the team score on a regular basis once again in 2018-19.
DartmouthSports.com: What have you been doing during your sophomore summer?
Will Bednarz: This term I've tried my best to really enjoy my time here on campus, especially since the weather has been so nice. Outside of my time spent in the classroom and on the golf course, I've really enjoyed spending time with my fellow fraternity brothers.
DS: What was it in the recruiting process that sold you on Dartmouth?
WB: The process was quite fun as I received a lot of attention from programs on both coasts of the country. I was drawn to Dartmouth simply due to the ethos of the team and school in general. Sure, there are so many great golf programs and schools in the country, but it's pretty hard to beat Dartmouth's culture, and that was the selling point for me.
DS: If you could swap places with one teammate, who would it be and why?
WB: Probably Reed Russ. The guy lives a pretty wild life.
DS: If you could play another sport at Dartmouth, what would it be and why?
WB: I would love to play soccer here. I was a pretty serious player earlier in my life and the team here is pretty incredible, so I think that would be an awesome experience. In addition, my cousin [Matt Miller] was captain of the team back in the early 2000s so it would be cool to have that connection.
DS: Outside of sports, what are you most passionate about?
WB: I've always been very passionate about politics and philosophy. I really enjoy studying and thinking about ways in which society can maximize its potential. I can certainly see myself pursuing some sort of public service role down the line in my career.
DS: Other than your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life?
WB: Well, it would be hard not to mention my parents in terms of how much they have done to help me in my development, but John Murphy, who acted as my recruiting coach back in high school, has served as an incredible mentor to me. I constantly keep in touch with him and always make an effort to see him when I'm back home and could not thank him enough for everything he's done for me.
DS: What has been your best on-field memory thus far in your Dartmouth career?
WB: The best memory of my career here at Dartmouth came on the final hole of the Ivy League Championship this past season. During the final round, our entire team played incredibly well. I was in the second to last group for our team and made a 6-foot birdie putt on 18 which clinched the team's second-place finish by a stroke over Harvard. There was a lot of cheering behind the green and that was a pretty awesome moment for me.
DS: What are your plans for your upcoming off-term?
WB: This upcoming winter I'll be back home in San Francisco working at an investment bank. It will be a great opportunity to achieve some experience while also being home in warmer weather … California certainly beats Hanover in that regard.
DS: What are your post-Dartmouth plans?
WB: After graduation, I hope to pursue a career in the financial services industry. As much as I would love to play professional golf, it does not seem like that is a realistic option anymore due to the competitiveness of the sport. Nevertheless, I have been working extremely hard trying to set myself up for a successful career through internships for these upcoming winter and summer terms and luckily have been successful on that front.
DS: What would be your best advice to your 15-year-old self?
WB: I would just say believe in yourself and never allow outside influences to dictate how you act and view certain things. It's pretty easy to be a follower, but I've learned that the secret to success is discipline and not straying away from your values and what you know is best in your heart.
This installment features Will Bednarz of the men's golf team. A native of Larkspur, California, Bednarz began last year with one of his best collegiate showings, tying for 13th out of 90 golfers at the Cornell Fall Invitational. That tournament included an opening-round 69 (-2), which is a career low for him to date. He ended the season on another high note, improving in each of the three rounds of the Ivy League Tournament to tie for 15th in the 40-man field. Over his first two seasons, he has played in 15 of the 18 tournaments and is expected to contribute to the team score on a regular basis once again in 2018-19.
DartmouthSports.com: What have you been doing during your sophomore summer?
Will Bednarz: This term I've tried my best to really enjoy my time here on campus, especially since the weather has been so nice. Outside of my time spent in the classroom and on the golf course, I've really enjoyed spending time with my fellow fraternity brothers.
DS: What was it in the recruiting process that sold you on Dartmouth?
WB: The process was quite fun as I received a lot of attention from programs on both coasts of the country. I was drawn to Dartmouth simply due to the ethos of the team and school in general. Sure, there are so many great golf programs and schools in the country, but it's pretty hard to beat Dartmouth's culture, and that was the selling point for me.
DS: If you could swap places with one teammate, who would it be and why?
WB: Probably Reed Russ. The guy lives a pretty wild life.
DS: If you could play another sport at Dartmouth, what would it be and why?
WB: I would love to play soccer here. I was a pretty serious player earlier in my life and the team here is pretty incredible, so I think that would be an awesome experience. In addition, my cousin [Matt Miller] was captain of the team back in the early 2000s so it would be cool to have that connection.
DS: Outside of sports, what are you most passionate about?
WB: I've always been very passionate about politics and philosophy. I really enjoy studying and thinking about ways in which society can maximize its potential. I can certainly see myself pursuing some sort of public service role down the line in my career.
DS: Other than your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life?
WB: Well, it would be hard not to mention my parents in terms of how much they have done to help me in my development, but John Murphy, who acted as my recruiting coach back in high school, has served as an incredible mentor to me. I constantly keep in touch with him and always make an effort to see him when I'm back home and could not thank him enough for everything he's done for me.
DS: What has been your best on-field memory thus far in your Dartmouth career?
WB: The best memory of my career here at Dartmouth came on the final hole of the Ivy League Championship this past season. During the final round, our entire team played incredibly well. I was in the second to last group for our team and made a 6-foot birdie putt on 18 which clinched the team's second-place finish by a stroke over Harvard. There was a lot of cheering behind the green and that was a pretty awesome moment for me.
DS: What are your plans for your upcoming off-term?
WB: This upcoming winter I'll be back home in San Francisco working at an investment bank. It will be a great opportunity to achieve some experience while also being home in warmer weather … California certainly beats Hanover in that regard.
DS: What are your post-Dartmouth plans?
WB: After graduation, I hope to pursue a career in the financial services industry. As much as I would love to play professional golf, it does not seem like that is a realistic option anymore due to the competitiveness of the sport. Nevertheless, I have been working extremely hard trying to set myself up for a successful career through internships for these upcoming winter and summer terms and luckily have been successful on that front.
DS: What would be your best advice to your 15-year-old self?
WB: I would just say believe in yourself and never allow outside influences to dictate how you act and view certain things. It's pretty easy to be a follower, but I've learned that the secret to success is discipline and not straying away from your values and what you know is best in your heart.
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