Sophomore Amber Chen secured her first career victory, leading the UNLV women's golf team to a commanding win at the Jackrabbits Invitational held at Boulder Creek Golf Club. The Rebels finished with a 12-under par total of 852, a significant 14 shots ahead of the second-place team, South Dakota State. Alongside Chen, junior Zi Yu Foong took second place, showcasing the team's depth with multiple top finishes.

By the Numbers
  • Amber Chen posted a tournament score of 9-under 207, tying her career low.
  • The Rebels shot a team score of 12-under 852 over 54 holes.
  • UNLV finished 14 strokes ahead of runner-up SDSU.
State of Play
  • Chen's performance includes back-to-back rounds of 4-under 68.
  • Foong consistently shot par or better throughout the event, finishing with an even-par 72.
  • UNLV has three top-5 finishes this season, two occurring in the spring.
What's Next

The Rebels will conclude their regular season at the Wyoming Cowgirl Classic in Maricopa, Arizona, on April 7-8, aiming to build on their current momentum.

Bottom Line

The UNLV women's golf team demonstrated exceptional talent and depth at the Jackrabbits Invitational, indicating a strong potential for further success in the upcoming competitions as they strive for consistency and championship performance.