With the retirement of longtime golf coach Kent Beatty, Western New Mexico University is proud to announce Harry O’Callaghan as the new Head Coach for the men’s and women’s golf programs. A native of the UK, Coach O’Callaghan is no stranger to WNMU golf, having spent all four years of his collegiate career as a Mustang and continuing on as a graduate assistant for two years, followed by a year as a full-time assistant. His tenure culminated in 2024 with the Mustangs winning the NCAA Regional and earning a spot in the NCAA Championship.
As a player, “Coach OC” never missed a tournament during his four-year career, averaging 74.82 across 42 tournaments. His best year came in the COVID-shortened 2019-20 season, where he averaged 73.44 in six events, contributing to the Mustangs' victory at the LSC-RMAC Shootout with a T8 finish. Academically, Harry was a three-time GCAA All-American Scholar and a three-year member of the WNMU Student Government.
As a coach, Harry played a significant role in leading the Mustangs to the NCAA Regionals in both 2023 and 2024. The team won twice in 2023, achieving six top-five finishes. In 2024, the Mustangs shattered scoring records, winning twice, including the NCAA Regional, and culminating in a trip to the NCAA Championship. They proudly earned the coveted Elite 90 team award, celebrating the highest team GPA at the Championship.
“The golf program couldn’t be in more capable hands,” said longtime Head Coach Kent Beatty. “Harry was a gritty, never-give-up grinder, an excellent student, and more importantly, a great teammate. He will be a great leader and role model for future Mustangs. I’m happy to hand over the reins of the program. He has a great future in college golf,” said Beatty.
