The Hawai'i Hilo Women's Golf team secured the 2026 Pacific West Conference Championship at the Aliante Golf Club, marking the program's second title. Despite standing second for most of the tournament, the team finished strong with a closing round of 295, totaling +31 (895). Senior Elle Otani played a crucial role, tying for fourth overall and emphasizing the importance of strategy in her game. The Vulcans surged past competitors Dominican and Point Loma, who faltered in the final round, with Otani celebrating the moment with her team after a tense final putt.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai'i Hilo finished at +31 (895), winning by two strokes over Point Loma.
  • Elle Otani finished tied for fourth at +4 with rounds of 74, 73, and 73.
  • The team shot a final round score of 295 (+7).
State of Play
  • Dominican led entering the final round but dropped to third after shooting 22-over.
  • Point Loma closed in with a four-over round, finishing two strokes behind Hawai'i Hilo.
What's Next

The Vulcans will compete at the NCAA West Regional in Pueblo, Colorado, from May 4-6, aiming to build on their recent success and advance further in the postseason.

Bottom Line

This championship victory highlights the growth and potential of the Hawai'i Hilo Women's Golf team, showcasing their resilience and teamwork under pressure. Achieving back-to-back titles in both men's and women's categories at the PacWest Championships underlines their strength in collegiate golf.