The Northwest Missouri State University women's golf team secured a second-place finish at the 2026 Midwest Intercollegiate Invitational, trailing behind Central Missouri. The Bearcats posted a final-round score of 313 and concluded with a total score of 636 over two rounds. Clara Peake led the team with an impressive four birdies in the final round, tying for second overall. This performance included her tying for the best par-3 scoring average and marking her fourth career top-10 finish. Northwest also achieved the most birdies as a team in the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Northwest Missouri State finished with a total score of 636, 13 shots behind Central Missouri's 623.
  • The Bearcats recorded 15 birdies over the two rounds, the highest of any team.
State of Play
  • The Bearcats' Clara Peake tied for second with a two-round score of 153 (+9), featuring four birdies in the final round.
  • Four Bearcat golfers finished in the top 10, indicating strong overall team performance.
What's Next

The Bearcats aim to continue their momentum as they prepare for upcoming tournaments. With their current national ranking at No. 73, maintaining strong finishes will be key to qualifying for the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Bottom Line

The Northwest Missouri State women's golf team's impressive second-place finish and the individual successes of their players highlight a promising trajectory as they advance towards NCAA qualifications.