SMU women's golf is currently ninth at the Charles Schwab Women's Collegiate Invitational, with both Celine Chen and Emily Odwin tied for 20th place. After struggling in the first round with a score of 16-over, the Mustangs improved to 10-over in round two, surpassing several ranked teams. Chen and Odwin shot rounds of 73 and 72, respectively, showcasing notable performances throughout the rounds. The team faces tough competition, with 12 out of 13 top-50 teams in the field. SMU is set to compete alongside Mississippi State and Oklahoma State in the next round.

By the Numbers
  • SMU ranks ninth with a total score of 26-over par.
  • Celine Chen and Emily Odwin both carded a round of 73, followed by 72 in round two, sitting at 5-over par.
State of Play
  • SMU improved from 10th to 9th place after the second round.
  • The team is ahead of No. 6 Auburn, No. 22 Arizona, and No. 41 TCU.
What's Next

The Mustangs will tee off at 8 a.m. for the final round on Tuesday, aiming to secure a better overall finish. Chen seeks her eighth career top-20 finish, while Odwin aims for her 18th.

Bottom Line

SMU's performance reflects significant competitiveness against top-ranked teams, with Chen and Odwin playing crucial roles. Continued improvement in play could secure the team a strong finish in the tournament.