No. 6 Texas Women’s Golf Team Shines in NCAA Championship, Advances to Match Play
CARLSBAD, Calif. — In a thrilling culmination of skill and determination, the No. 6 Texas Women’s Golf team secured its place in the match play of the NCAA Championship at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. After finishing seventh in the stroke play round on Monday, they are now poised to take on Oregon in the quarterfinals on Tuesday at 9:40 a.m. CT (7:40 a.m. PT).
A Strong Finish
The Longhorns showcased remarkable talent and resilience, totaling 15 birdies on the day and completing the round at 3-over 291. This performance resulted in a four-round total of 8-over 1160. With Stanford claiming the top seed at an impressive 27-under 1125, the competition remains intense as Texas prepares for an uphill battle against Oregon, who secured the second position at 6-under 1146.
Spotlight on Standout Performers
Among the standout players, Lauren Kim led the charge with an impressive display, recording five birdies and finishing the final round at 1-over 73, ultimately landing at a commendable 2-under 286 overall. This achievement places her in a tie for 14th on the individual leaderboard and marks her ninth top-15 finish this season.
Farah O’Keefe also shone brightly, carding four birdies and finishing even-par 72 for the day, culminating in an overall performance of 1-over 289, securing her a tie for 20th place.
Lineup Breakdown
- Lauren Kim: With her remarkable five birdies, Kim solidified her position as a key player, finishing 2-under 286 overall.
- Farah O’Keefe: O’Keefe’s steady even-par round helped her achieve a final score of 1-over 289.
- Bohyun Park: Park battled through with three birdies but finished at 6-over 294 overall, tying for 40th.
- Cindy Hsu: Hsu’s round of 2-over 74, featuring three birdies, places her at 8-over 296, tied for 47th.
- Angela Heo: Heo’s strong effort with four birdies saw her finish at 11-over 299, earning her a spot at 60th.
The Coach’s Perspective
Laura Ianello, the head coach of the Longhorns, expressed her excitement about advancing to match play:
"Step one was getting to match play, and now we’ve got to go to battle. Tomorrow will be a challenge against a strong Oregon team," she said.
She also praised her team’s progress:
"The talent is there; we just need to ensure they believe in themselves. Texas is the best place, and I feel so honored to coach this remarkable group of women."
What’s Next?
As the Longhorns look ahead to their matchup against Oregon, the stakes are high, and anything can happen. With the semifinals on the horizon, fans are eagerly anticipating the next thrilling chapter in this championship journey.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates on the NCAA Women’s Golf Championship and support the Texas Longhorns as they aim for glory!
For more information on their roster and performance, visit the Texas Longhorns Women’s Golf website.
