Georgia Tech QB Colson Brown has experience of the lifetime playing at Cypress Point

Colson Brown’s serendipitous encounter in the training room led to an unforgettable experience on the golf course.

The freshman walk-on quarterback for Georgia Tech, while getting treatment for his shoulder, overheard a conversation between the Yellow Jackets’ men’s golf coach Bruce Heppler and trainer Mark Smith. Intrigued, Brown decided to chime in.

Little did he know, this conversation would pave the way for his participation in the Georgia Tech golf team this week at Cypress Point in California. This prestigious course is ranked as the second-best classic course in Golfweek’s Best 2023 rankings.

Although Brown didn’t secure a victory in the Cypress Point Classic, he relished the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

“I still can’t believe I got to play at Cypress Point,” said Brown, who previously won a state championship in high school.

When Brown expressed his interest in playing golf, Heppler reviewed videos of his swing and contacted him a few weeks later with exciting news: Brown was cleared to join the golf team in California.

Despite the challenges of juggling football practice, classes, and golf, Brown found his place among the Georgia Tech golf team. He even had the chance to practice with Christo Lamprecht, the second-ranked player in the World Amateur Golf Rankings, and other members of the 2023 national runner-up squad.

The team welcomed Brown with open arms and made him feel at ease.

Prior to the tournament, Heppler presented Brown with all the necessary gear: a golf bag, travel bag, shirts, hats, and more.

Colson Brown at the 2023 Cypress Point Classic. (Photo: Georgia Tech)

Brown embarked on a journey to the Monterey Peninsula for the tournament, consisting of six-player teams competing in match play across three sessions: foursomes, four-ball, and singles.

On the first day, Brown partnered with Brady Rackley in the foursomes match. Although they were defeated by Texas’ Tommy Morrison and Jacob Sosa, Brown cherished the experience.

In the four-ball match, Brown and Rackley faced Auburn but unfortunately fell short. Despite the losses, Brown was overwhelmed by the support he received, as thousands of notifications awaited him on his phone.

Returning for the singles match, Brown competed against Illinois’ Piercen Hunt. Although he faced defeat, Brown appreciated the opportunity to play against Hunt and valued his commentary throughout the round.

Upon his return, Brown’s football teammates bombarded him with questions. He marveled at the contrasting dynamics between the golf and football teams but felt incredibly supported by both.

Now, Brown has an extraordinary story to share for the rest of his life, and a collection of Georgia Tech golf equipment, graciously gifted by Heppler, serves as a tangible reminder of his remarkable endeavor.

“I can’t claim to be Tiger Woods out there,” Brown humbly admitted, “but considering the circumstances, I hit the ball as well as I could have.”

Story originally appeared on GolfWeek