Central Oklahoma's women's golf team finished in seventh place at the 2026 MIAA Women's Golf Championships, scoring a total of 946 across three rounds. Nebraska Kearney won the tournament with a score of 907, followed by Washburn and Rogers State. MaKaylee Cowan and Grace Hall led the Bronchos, each scoring 235, while Estela Castillo finished with a 240. The Bronchos will next compete in the NCAA Central Region Championships from May 4-6 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

By the Numbers
  • Central Oklahoma scored 946 over three rounds at the MIAA Championships.
  • Nebraska Kearney won the championship with a score of 907.
  • Both MaKaylee Cowan and Grace Hall shot 25-over-par 235.
  • Estela Castillo finished five shots back at 30-over-par 240.
  • Central Oklahoma placed seventh among 10 teams in the tournament.
Yes, But

Despite a seventh-place finish, Central Oklahoma will aim for a stronger performance at the NCAA Central Region Championships, where they previously excelled by finishing third during a preview round. This presents an opportunity for the team to capitalize on their prior success and gear up for nationals.

State of Play
  • The Bronchos finished the MIAA Championships with scores of 308, 327, and 311 over three rounds.
  • Key performances by Cowan and Hall with consistent par putts showcased their skills despite a team setback.
  • Central Oklahoma is poised for redemption at the upcoming NCAA Central Region Championships.
What's Next

The Bronchos will compete at the NCAA Central Region Championships on May 4-6, with hopes of securing one of the top five spots to advance to nationals in Palm Beach, Florida from May 12-16.

Bottom Line

While the seventh-place finish at the MIAA Championships is disappointing, Central Oklahoma's recent performance at the regional preview offers hope for a rebound. Strong individual scores from the team members position them well for the upcoming challenges.