The Cal State San Marcos women's golf team continues to excel, achieving significant accolades in the CCAA. Avery Foster earned the title of CCAA Golfer of the Year, while Ellaclair Leedom was named Freshman of the Year, and coach Greg Hutton received his eighth consecutive Coach of the Year award. Five players from the team were recognized on the All-CCAA first team, solidifying their dominance in the conference as they prepare for the NCAA West Regional.

By the Numbers
  • Avery Foster has a 72.9 stroke average and achieved three CCAA Golf of the Week honors this season.
  • CSUSM won six tournaments, including their seventh CCAA Women's Golf Championship, and have placed at least three players on the All-CCAA first team for seven consecutive seasons.
Yes, But

Despite their success, there is ongoing competition from other programs, particularly with increased performance from schools like Cal State East Bay, which may challenge CSUSM鈥檚 dominance in future seasons.

State of Play
  • CSUSM is currently ranked No. 9 in NCAA Division II and will enter the NCAA West Regional as the No. 3 seed.
  • The team recently finished the CCAA Championships with a 23-over 887, highlighting their strong season performance.
What's Next

Next, the Cougars will compete in the NCAA West Regional Tournament at Pueblo Country Club from May 4-6, aiming to continue their successful season and advance to the national tournament.

Bottom Line

The sustained excellence of the CSUSM women's golf team, with individual accolades and a strong team performance, underscores their position as leaders in the CCAA and highlights the importance of maintaining competitive momentum as they head into the regional tournament.