Wahlert Catholic from Dubuque captured the Class 3A girls golf title, dethroning Gilbert after the latter's three-year championship streak. The team overcame an eight-stroke deficit from Day 1 to win by four strokes, while Gilbert's Ava Lohrbach secured her fourth consecutive individual title. Wahlert demonstrated depth with four golfers finishing in the top 20, compared to Gilbert's three. Coach Eric Mueller emphasized the importance of playing loose, which contributed to their success.

By the Numbers
  • Wahlert finished with a total score of 622, while Gilbert scored 626.
  • Ava Lohrbach led the individual competition with a score of 7-under 137.
Yes, But

Despite Wahlert's win, Gilbert produced three top-15 finishers, showcasing the team's competitiveness. Lohrbach's individual success highlights a strong golf program, even as the team title went to Wahlert.

State of Play
  • Ava Lohrbach and her twin sister Ella, both future Drake recruits, finished first and fifth, respectively.
  • Pleasant Valley won the 4A championship, while Roland-Story took the 2A title, indicating strong performances across different classes.
What's Next

The Lohrbach twins and other top competitors are set to transition to collegiate golf, anticipating higher levels of competition at universities. Their performances may influence recruitment and training at collegiate programs.

Bottom Line

The dynamic win for Wahlert reflects not just a triumph in the championship but also the depth of talent in Iowa high school golf, setting a compelling stage for future competitions.