Four Wayne State College women's golfers have earned recognition on the 2025-26 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Women's At-Large Team. Senior Saffire Sayre leads the group, claiming the honor for the third consecutive year. Fellow selections include junior Hailey Kenkel and sophomores Camryn Johnson and Gaia Stancikova, with Sayre and Stancikova moving forward to the All-American ballot. Athletes must maintain a GPA of 3.50 or higher and compete in at least 90% of matches to qualify for this award.

By the Numbers
  • Saffire Sayre: 4.00 GPA, 79.85 scoring average, 2 top-five finishes.
  • Gaia Stancikova: 3.92 GPA, 76.80 scoring average, 2 tournament wins.
  • Hailey Kenkel: 3.678 GPA, 78.7 scoring average, 1 tournament win.
  • Camryn Johnson: 3.67 GPA, 80.96 scoring average, 4th place finish at Nebraska Intercollegiate Invite.
Yes, But

While the highlights showcase exceptional academic and athletic performance, the team's ranking of 17th in the NCAA Division II Central Regional Championships reflects ongoing challenges in competition compared to peers in the region.

State of Play
  • Wayne State claimed its first-ever NSIC Women's Golf Championship this season.
  • The team continues to evolve with a strong roster of academically accomplished student-athletes.
What's Next

As Saffire Sayre and Gaia Stancikova vie for All-American status, Wayne State will look to build on its momentum heading into future competitions, aiming to refine strategies for improved performance at regional championships.

Bottom Line

The success of the Wayne State golfers reflects a combination of academic excellence and competitive achievement, highlighting the potential for continued growth and recognition in collegiate athletics.