Megha Ganne and Paula Mart铆n Sampedro have been named finalists for the Honda Sport Award for Women's Golf. The prestigious honor is being awarded by The Collegiate Women Sports Awards, with recipients recognized from over 1,000 NCAA member schools. They are among four finalists, alongside Maria Jos茅 Marin and Farah O'Keefe. Ganne concludes a successful Stanford career, having recently finished as the NCAA Championship runner-up, while Mart铆n Sampedro continues to excel as a junior and recent ACC Golfer of the Year.

By the Numbers
  • Ganne is a three-time First Team All-American and has a career scoring average of 71.01, second-best in Stanford history.
  • Mart铆n Sampedro holds a career scoring average of 70.19, the lowest in Stanford history through three seasons, and is the No. 2-ranked amateur globally.
Yes, But

While both finalists have impressive accolades, Ganne's recent decision to turn professional could impact future NCAA voting dynamics, as her amateur status naturally connects with the award criteria.

State of Play
  • The Honda Sport Award winner for women's golf will be announced later this week following voting from NCAA administrators.
  • This year marks the 50th anniversary of the CWSA, highlighting significant achievements of women in collegiate sports.
What's Next

The winner of the Honda Sport Award will be eligible for the Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year and the Honda Cup, with the announcement airing live on CBS Sports Network on July 27.

Bottom Line

Ganne and Mart铆n Sampedro represent the pinnacle of collegiate women's golf; their accomplishments not only enrich their personal legacies but also highlight a transformative era in women鈥檚 sports, as showcased by the CWSA's milestone anniversary.