LOCK HAVEN, Pa. (Oct. 14) – Following his runner-up performance earlier this week, California (PA) junior Nixen Erdely was chosen the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Athlete of the Week on Wednesday afternoon.

Erdely tied for second on the individual leader board on Monday, as the Vulcans placed second in the team standings at the Bud Elwell Invitational hosted by Gannon. He shot an even-par 144 (71-73) over two rounds to finish in a six-way tie for second place. Erdely led the field with 11 total birdies, including eight in the opening round. The event featured 56 golfers from eight teams, including four from the PSAC.

A graduate of nearby Frazier, Erdely boasts a scoring average of 73.7 strokes which represents more than a two-stroke improvement from last season. He closed the 2026 spring campaign by tying for ninth overall at the NCAA Atlantic/East Regional Championships at Sunnehanna Country Club.

The Vulcans close out the fall season this weekend at the PSAC Championships with play at Iron Valley Golf Club in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, scheduled to start on Friday, Oct. 16.