Northwest Missouri State University Women's Golf Team Excels at MSU/CSP Fall Brawl

Strategic Insights -

The Northwest Missouri State University women's golf team put on a strong performance in the opening round of the MSU/CSP Fall Brawl, held at the Troy Burne Golf Course. With a team score of 308 (+24), the Bearcats secured a second-place finish, just seven shots behind the leaders, Minnesota State. Junior Clara Peake led the team with a remarkable score of 73 (+2), tied for third overall, following a string of birdies on the par-4 fourth hole and the par-3 eighth hole. Peake's even-par performance on the par-4 holes earned her the top score in the field through 18 holes.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Northwest Missouri State University women's golf team achieved a second-place finish in the MSU/CSP Fall Brawl, just seven shots behind the leaders, Minnesota State.
  • Junior Clara Peake led the team with a score of 73 (+2) and is tied for third overall, with a strong showing on the par-4 fourth hole and the par-3 eighth hole.
  • Sophomore Lauren Briggs recorded a first-round tally of 76 (+5) and is tied for 11th overall, securing birdies on the par-4 ninth and the par-5 12th holes.
  • Sophomore Carleigh Reoh shot a pair of 39s to reach a score of 78 (+7) in the opening round and is tied for 16th.
  • Freshman Delaney Medlyn captured a team-best three birdies and finished her first round with an 81 (+10), tying for 27th overall.
  • Northwest Missouri State University's individual scores:

+ Clara Peake: 73 (+2)

+ Lauren Briggs: 76 (+5)

+ Carleigh Reoh: 78 (+7)

+ Delaney Medlyn: 81 (+10)

+ Lexi Bartley: 86 (+15)

  • Team scores:

+ 1. Minnesota State: 301 (+17)

+ 2. Northwest Missouri State: 308 (+24)

+ 3. Washburn: 311 (+27)

+ 4. Winona State: 314 (+30)

+ 5. Univ. of Mary: 320 (+36)

Statistics:

  • The Bearcats' team score of 308 (+24) is a respectable score considering the challenging course conditions.
  • Clara Peake's even-par performance on the par-4 holes through 18 holes is impressive and contributed significantly to her overall score.
  • Northwest Missouri State University has four players in the top 27 in the opening round, showcasing the team's depth and potential.
  • Delaney Medlyn's three birdies on the par-5 holes in the first round tied for third most in the field and demonstrate her growing skills.

Sources:

  • Northwest Missouri State University Athletics News Release