Junior Sydney Kincade led the Harding women鈥檚 golf team with a standout performance, shooting a 1-under-par 71 during the second round of the Spring Region Preview. This marks the first under-par round of the season for the Lady Bisons, elevating Kincade to a tie for fourth place individually at even-par 144. The team improved significantly, reducing their score by 12 strokes from the opening round to finish round two at 12-over 300. Harding currently stands in eighth place among 17 teams, with Arkansas Tech in the lead at 7-over.

By the Numbers
  • Kincade's round of 71 is tied for the seventh-best single round in Harding program history.
  • The Lady Bisons shot a 36-hole total of 36-over 612.
  • Pilar Martinez improved from an opening round of 83 to an even-par 72, climbing to T37.
  • Madeleine Wilson consistently scored 74 in both rounds, placing her T13 with a total of 148 (+4).
Yes, But

While Kincade shone with her performance, the overall team position at eighth spot suggests that further improvement is necessary to compete with higher-ranked teams like Arkansas Tech and Central Oklahoma. Stability in scoring by team members beyond Kincade and Wilson is crucial for moving up the leaderboard.

State of Play
  • The team posted their best score of the season in round two, indicating a potential shift in performance trends.
  • Stable weather conditions enhanced play, with clear skies and temperatures in the high 60s.
What's Next

The final round of the tournament takes place Tuesday morning, and the Lady Bisons will need to build on their second round's momentum to improve their overall standing. Continued strong performances from Kincade and Wilson will be key to this effort.

Bottom Line

With Kincade鈥檚 remarkable round setting the tone, the Lady Bisons have the potential to climb the standings if they maintain this level of play in the final round, emphasizing the need for a cohesive team effort on the course.