The Northwest Missouri State University women's golf team secured a seventh-place finish at the 2026 Firekeeper Open, hosted by Washburn University. The team shot a final round score of 310, totaling 949 (+85) over three rounds. Lauren Briggs led the team, tying for 11th individually with a three-round score of 229 (+13), including eight birdies throughout the event. Beatriz Pinheiro and Lexi Bartley also performed well, finishing tied for 27th and 38th, respectively. The team now prepares for the Spring Regional Preview in Afton, Okla., from April 5-7.

By the Numbers
  • Northwest shot a team score of 310 in the final round, totaling 949 over three rounds.
  • Lauren Briggs recorded three birdies in her final round and finished with a total of eight birdies, the 5th most in the field.
State of Play
  • The Firekeeper Golf Course was set at par-72 and measured 5,820 yards.
  • Briggs' final score represented her 14th round in the 70s this season.
What's Next

Northwest Missouri State's next competition is the 2026 Spring Regional Preview at Shangri La Country Club in Afton, Okla., from April 5-7, where they will aim to improve their standings.

Bottom Line

The performance at the Firekeeper Open highlights Briggs' standout abilities, while the team look to leverage their experiences in upcoming tournaments for better collective outcomes.