Daniel Davis signs with MSSU

Mena Senior Daniel Davis has been playing golf since he was 6-years-old and those years of enjoying a sport he loves paid off in a major way. Davis signed a letter of intent to play golf for Missouri Southern State University Friday making him the first golfer from MHS to play college golf. Davis began playing competitive golf in high school with the Mena Golf Team under the direction of Coach Ray Hunter.

He has attended golf clinics throughout the year to improve upon his natural talent, and in November he visited MSSU’s campus. Davis spent his day at MSSU touring the campus and playing 6-holes of golf with the coach. They began discussions about Davis’ future that day.

HS Golf Coach Hunter beamed with pride when asked about Davis’ accomplishment. “It’s a great end to a successful season and high school career,” said Coach Hunter. The MHS Golf Team finished this year’s season as State Runner-up, a title which they have held 2 out of the last 3 seasons. They have been conference champs 3 straight years as well as undefeated in regular season play for all the time. Davis has also been undefeated in regular season matches. He is also a member of the Bearcats Basketball team.

A major in business is in Davis’ plans for the future. He said that he is excited about the opportunity to attend MSSU and play golf for them. Davis is the son of George and Adrianna Davis.