SWOSU Women's Golf finished third at the GAC Championship, improving one spot from last season and matching their best finish since 2018-19. The Lady Bulldogs were tied with Henderson State for second place entering the last hole but were edged out for the runner-up position. Arkansas Tech dominated the event, winning by 30 strokes, while Ellen Spigner took the individual championship. Maria Velilla led SWOSU with a final score of +8, finishing eighth, despite a challenging final round. The team now prepares for the NCAA Central Regional tournament in May.

By the Numbers
  • Arkansas Tech won the GAC Championship by 30 strokes, finishing at +38.
  • Maria Velilla finished eighth with a total score of +8, recording 38 pars, the second-most in the field.
State of Play
  • The Lady Bulldogs' third-place finish is a notable improvement from last year.
  • SWOSU entered the tournament ranked No. 3 in the regional rankings.
What's Next

SWOSU Women's Golf will compete in the NCAA Central Regional on May 4-6 in St. Joseph, Missouri, aiming for a spot in the National Championship. The official field announcement is set for April 26.

Bottom Line

The Lady Bulldogs showcased strong performance at the GAC Championship, reinforcing their competitiveness as they head into the NCAA tournament, where consistent play will be key to securing advancement.