Curtis Seidel, Men's Golf

For sophomore golfer Curtis Seidel, the game of golf has always been about more than just the scorecard. It is about patience, perspective, and the quiet confidence that comes from trusting the work.

Originally from Middleton, Idaho, Seidel was introduced to golf at a young age by his father, a former collegiate golfer at Northwest Nazarene. What started as casual rounds quickly turned into something more.

“I started playing when I was about six,” Seidel said. “My dad would just take me out to play a couple holes at a time. As I got older, I got into tournaments, and by high school, I really started taking it seriously.”

That commitment paid off. After finding success at the high school level, Seidel knew he wanted to continue his career in college. His search eventually led him to Spokane, where head coach Corey Prugh made a lasting impression.

“I had a few offers, but Coach Corey stood out to me as someone I wanted to play for,” Seidel said.

Since arriving, Seidel has developed into one of the top competitors for the Sasquatch, highlighted by a defining moment last season. He captured the NWAC Championship, an achievement that validated years of dedication.

“It felt like I finally accomplished what I was working for,” he said. “All the time and effort I put into golf paid off.”

Now, with his sophomore season underway, Seidel has his sights set on doing it again. A repeat championship, both individually and as a team, is firmly on his radar.

His daily routine reflects the level of commitment required to compete at that level. Long hours on the course are the norm, with qualifying rounds stretching across entire afternoons.

“We’ll practice or qualify from about noon to six,” Seidel said. “Then I go home, eat dinner, and do schoolwork at night. It’s pretty much the same routine five days a week.”

Balancing that schedule has helped shape his approach to both golf and life. For Seidel, perspective is everything, especially during tough rounds.

“You have to remember that golf isn’t everything,” he said. “It’s important, but it’s not your whole life. You just trust your work, keep a positive mindset, and move on.”

That mindset has been reinforced during his time at Spokane, particularly under Coach Prugh’s guidance.

“The biggest thing I’ve learned here is the mental side of the game,” Seidel said. “Just being okay with everything that happens and staying committed.”

Off the course, Seidel is just as driven. After this season, he plans to step away from competitive golf and pursue a new challenge, working in wildland firefighting based out of Boise County. It is a path that reflects the same discipline and work ethic he has developed as a student-athlete.

Through it all, his father remains his biggest inspiration.

“He’s always been there for me,” Seidel said. “From getting me into the game to taking me to tournaments and supporting me every step of the way.”

Whether he is competing for another championship or preparing for what comes next, Seidel’s approach remains steady. Put in the work, trust the process, and stay grounded.

For Curtis Seidel, success is not just about winning. It is about consistency, growth, and making the most of every opportunity along the way.