UT Arlington women's golf showcased a strong performance at the ULM Invitational, climbing four spots to finish fifth overall. Their final round score of 3-over 291 marked their best of the tournament, culminating in a total score of 29-over-par 893. Notable player Nitisha Manikandesh moved up to tie for ninth after carding an even-par 72, while Tarini Bhoga finished tied for 15th with a tournament-low score of 2-under 70. The Mavericks' regular season has concluded, setting their sights on the upcoming Western Athletic Conference Women's Golf Championship.

By the Numbers
  • UT Arlington climbed four spots to finish fifth, tied for the biggest jump in the tournament.
  • Nitisha Manikandesh recorded an even-par 72, while Tarini Bhoga had a tournament-low 2-under 70.
State of Play
  • UTA finished the tournament with a total score of 29-over-par 893.
  • The Mavericks had two players in the top 15, marking a strong showing for the team.
What's Next

The Mavericks will prepare for the 2026 Western Athletic Conference Women's Golf Championship starting April 20 at the Stonebridge Country Club in McKinney. This championship will be crucial as they seek to build on their recent performance.

Bottom Line

UT Arlington's fifth-place finish at the ULM Invitational reflects a strong team effort, setting a positive tone as they head into the conference championship. Continued improvement among their top players could be pivotal for future success.