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Walsh University is a private Catholic liberal arts university in North Canton, Ohio, emphasizing service, faith, and leadership. Highlights include strong nursing and health sciences programs, small class sizes, NCAA Division II Cavaliers athletics, global learning opportunities, and a 62% graduation rate. Walsh is looking for golfers who want to improve on and off the golf course. Coachable players, motivated to get better every day, and eager to contribute to a strong team culture.

State

Ohio

Student Population

2,350

Acceptance Rate

78%

GPA Range

3.3-3.8

SAT Range

1030-1230

Common Majors

Nursing, special education, business, biology

"Walsh's cozy 136-acre campus feels like home with caring profs and tight-knit vibes. Off-campus, explore Canton eats, Pro Football Hall of Fame, and Akron adventures. Students love small classes, faith community, wellness center, Cavaliers games, and real-world prep that builds lifelong friends!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$49,000–$50,000

Conference

Great Midwest Athletic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

76

Avg Women's Scores

79

Men's Team Notes

The Walsh University Cavaliers competed in the G-MAC conference across fall and spring. Key results included 8th at Malone Glenmoor Invite (948), 8th at Tom Tontimonia (581), T7th at Kyle Ryman Memorial (915), 17th at Doc Spragg, 9th at Nemacolin, 4th at Saddlebrook Spring Kickoff (961), and 16th at Findlay Spring Invite (900). Standouts: Blake Hood (18th at Ryman). They wrapped at the G-MAC Championship.

Women's Team Notes

Walsh University's 2024-2025 women's golf team had a competitive season in the G-MAC. Highlights included 11th at Champions of Women's Golf (338, 321), 4th at Eagle Invitational (327), 18th at Beall Fall Classic (327, 321, 319), 9th at Gilda's Club Laker Fall Invite (346, 343), 4th at Saddlebrook Spring Kickoff (346, 349, 350), 11th at Findlay Spring Invite (322, 322, 330), and participation in NC4K and NCAA East Regional. Standout Sydney Hugo led efforts.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Julian La Vallee

Women's Coach

Julian La Vallee

Men's Email

jlavallee@walsh.edu

Women's Email

jlavallee@walsh.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Julian La Vallee is the head men's and women's golf coach at Walsh University. A former collegiate golfer at Bluffton University, Coach La Vallee brings both playing and coaching experience to the Cavalier golf program. Before Walsh, he served as an assistant golf coach at Tiffin University, where he helped support the development of student-athletes within the program. La Vallee also gained experience working at Mohawk Golf & Country Club. At Walsh, he is focused on developing student-athletes both competitively and academically while continuing to grow the university's golf programs.

Women's Coach Bio

Julian La Vallee is the head men's and women's golf coach at Walsh University. A former collegiate golfer at Bluffton University, Coach La Vallee brings both playing and coaching experience to the Cavalier golf program. Before Walsh, he served as an assistant golf coach at Tiffin University, where he helped support the development of student-athletes within the program. La Vallee also gained experience working at Mohawk Golf & Country Club. At Walsh, he is focused on developing student-athletes both competitively and academically while continuing to grow the university's golf

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