UTRGV Women’s Golf Shines in Second Round of SLC Championship: A 10-Stroke Miracle!
SAN MARCOS – In a stunning display of skill and determination, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros women’s golf team improved their game dramatically in the second round of the Southland Conference (SLC) Championship on Tuesday at the picturesque Kissing Tree Golf Course. After kicking off the tournament with a first-round score of 309, the Vaqueros rebounded with an impressive second-round 299, slashing 10 strokes off their score and positioning themselves firmly in seventh place with a two-round total of 608.
A Day of Splendid Performances
Key Players Lead the Charge
The Vaqueros’ resurgence was propelled by the standout efforts of sophomore Preston Saiz and senior Cristina Galban, both of whom delivered stellar second-round performances, carding an even-par score of 72. Their consistent play has placed them in a tie for 14th place with a cumulative score of 150.
Meanwhile, sophomore Natalia Rodriguez continues to impress, currently tied for ninth place with an overall score of 148 after navigating the second round with a 76. This puts her just six shots off the lead held by Augusta’s Zoe Pinillos, who boasts a two-round total of -2.
The Rest of the Team Contributes Effectively
Not to be overlooked, junior Jackie Howard Gonzalez found herself tied for 33rd place, logging a second-round score of 79 for a two-round total of 160. Freshman Kieli Saenz faced a tougher challenge, finishing in 38th place with a total score of 165 after a round of 83.
Championship Standings and the Road Ahead
As the tournament progresses, UTRGV faces stiff competition. Currently, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi leads the field, boasting a remarkable 283 in the second round and 586 overall—an incredible 10-shot lead over the second-place team, Augusta.
The Vaqueros are set to continue their pursuit of excellence on Wednesday, with the first group teeing off at 7:40 a.m. All eyes will be on the team as they aim for further improvement and strive for a podium finish.
Complete Team Standings
| Place | Team | Rd 1 | Rd 2 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 303 | 283 | 586 |
| 2 | Augusta | 295 | 301 | 596 |
| 3 | Incarnate Word | 304 | 296 | 600 |
| 4 | Houston Christian | 305 | 297 | 602 |
| 5 | Lamar | 300 | 302 | 602 |
| 6 | East Texas A&M | 310 | 296 | 606 |
| 7 | UTRGV | 309 | 299 | 608 |
| 8 | Stephen F. Austin | 310 | 303 | 613 |
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With such a promising performance in Round 2, the UTRGV Vaqueros are poised to make a significant impact as the tournament unfolds. Join us in cheering for our team as they aim for continued success on the course!
