Michael La Sasso has worked tirelessly to tame his emotions and calm his mind. It paid off Monday when he became an NCAA champion.

Connor Williams estimates he has played roughly 100 rounds of golf at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. The North Course is hosting this week's 2025 NCAA Men's Golf Championship, where Williams and his Arizona State teammates have raced to the lead at the halfway point of stroke play.

He becomes the second NCAA champion from Ole Miss, joining Braden Thornberry from 2017. The list of past medalists includes Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Ben Crenshaw and Bryson DeChambeau. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler led after 54 holes but finished third in 2017.

The defending NCAA champions are undefeated in stroke ... the safest pick for a winner will be the golf course itself. Omni La Costa North distinguished itself admirably in 2024 as a fresh layout.

This has made Omni Hotels & Resorts a prominent player in major championship golf. But perhaps more importantly, it’s also served as a catalyst for providing the best possible experience for resort guests and members at all of its properties.