LSU golfers Rocio Tejedo and incoming freshman Raegan Denton are set to compete in the Augusta National Women鈥檚 Amateur, starting Wednesday. This prestigious tournament features 72 of the world's top female golfers competing over 54 holes. The first two rounds will be held at Champions Retreat, with the top 30 advancing to Augusta National for the final round. Tejedo aims for her first appearance in the final round after strong performances in previous competitions, while Denton, a talented newcomer, seeks to make a mark in her inaugural participation.

By the Numbers
  • 72 competitors in the tournament
  • Rocio Tejedo鈥檚 ranking: 47th in the World Amateur Golf Rankings
  • Raegan Denton鈥檚 ranking: 43rd in the World Amateur Golf Rankings
  • Denton has 8 tournament wins in the last 2 years
State of Play
  • Tejedo is making her third appearance in the ANWA
  • Denton will be participating in her first ANWA
  • Tejedo finished runner-up in the 2025 SEC Women鈥檚 Championship
  • Denton recently won the Women鈥檚 Australian Master of the Amateurs
What's Next

Both players are expected to compete intensely for a chance to advance, with Denton looking to maintain her winning momentum. Tejedo will aim to capitalize on her experience to reach the final. The event will conclude with a highly anticipated final round at Augusta National, where the title will be decided.

Bottom Line

With both Tejedo and Denton bringing impressive backgrounds into the ANWA, expectations are high. Their performances could significantly impact not just their careers, but also elevate LSU's prominence in women's golf.