McIlwain earned his second-career GSC Freshman of the Week honor after tying for 11th at The Hrnciar Tournament with a 223 seven-over par. Following a 78 six-over par start, the freshman consistently improved as he recorded rounds of 74 two-over par and 71 one-under par to close out the event. He registered nine birdies, an eagle, and helped the Statesmen to finish eighth in the overall team competition.