Northern Kentucky University's women's golf team achieved its best finish at The Julie Invitational since 2022, securing a tie for third place out of 12 teams. The team posted a total score of +86 and improved throughout the tournament, finishing with a strong +21 in the last round. Eva Maley led the charge, finishing tied for second overall with a +10 score, just three strokes shy of the leader. Fellow competitor Ryliann Bednar also had a commendable performance, finishing seventh despite competing independently.

By the Numbers
  • Norse finished tied for third with a score of +86.
  • Eva Maley recorded a +10, finishing three strokes off first place.
State of Play
  • Team performance improved each round: +34 in round one, +31 in round two, +21 in round three.
  • Upcoming tournament: Colonel Classic hosted by Eastern Kentucky at the University Club at Arlington.
What's Next

The Norse will aim to build on their recent success at the upcoming Colonel Classic, where they hope to maintain their upward trajectory and potentially achieve another strong finish.

Bottom Line

NKU's women's golf team is on a promising trend, showcasing consistent improvement and strong individual performances, particularly by Maley. Their recent success positions them favorably as they approach the next tournament.