News Summary
The recent collegiate women’s golf tournaments in Florida culminated with thrilling performances at the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate and the Babs Steffens Invitational. Both events showcased impressive talent with Oklahoma State and Stetson University leading their respective tournaments. Individual highlights included standout performances from Leonie Wulfers and Zoe Duval, setting the stage for a bright future in Florida’s college golf scene.
Exciting Finale for College Women’s Golf Tournaments in Florida
Today marks the end of an exhilarating chapter in Florida’s collegiate women’s golf scene, as the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate wrapped up in Jacksonville and the Babs Steffens Invitational came to a close at DeBary Golf Club. Both tournaments showcased incredible talent and fierce competition, with notable performances from various teams and players.
Recap of the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate
The final rounds of the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate unfolded at the beautiful Jacksonville Golf and Country Club. Coming into the last day, Oklahoma State was holding strong at the top, boasting a total score of 15-over 590 after two rounds, just two strokes ahead of Florida Gulf Coast University. Leonie Wulfers from Florida Gulf Coast was stealing the show with her impressive game, finishing the Monday rounds at 4-under (71-69—140) and establishing a commanding six-shot lead on the individual scoreboard.
Meanwhile, the tournament host, the University of North Florida, was striving for a better standings after sitting at 45-over 621 and in eighth place after the first 36 holes. Notably, North Florida’s own Kaitlyn Schroeder was among the standout golfers, posting a 5-over 149 (74-75) for a tie in seventh place individually, keeping the host’s spirits high.
Highlights from the Babs Steffens Invitational
Over at the DeBary Golf Club, the Babs Steffens Invitational presented its own thrilling competition. The event brought together 16 teams, and after the first two rounds, tournament host Stetson University was leading the pack with a 15-over score. Close on their heels were the dedicated players from Appalachian State, sitting just four strokes back at 19-over. And let’s not forget about the No. 1-ranked Keiser women’s golf team, which finished in third place with a score of 32-over for the event.
In terms of individual performance, it was Appalachian State’s Zoe Duval shining bright, leading at 4-under after Monday’s rounds, showcasing remarkable skill and determination throughout the competition. The strong showings made this tournament a thrilling watch for golf fans.
A Look at Florida’s College Golf Tournaments
Hosting events like the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate and the Babs Steffens Invitational highlights the robust and competitive landscape of college women’s golf in Florida. The UNF Collegiate featured a 14-team roster and the Babs Steffens Invitational was even larger with 16 participating teams, including 12 NCAA Division I programs, making it a significant event in the college golf calendar.
Tournament Summaries at a Glance
| Tournament | Dates | Host | Location | Team Champion / Leader (After Final/Round 2) | Individual Champion / Leader (After Final/Round 2) | Key Teams Mentioned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate | Feb 23-24, 2026 | University of North Florida | Jacksonville Golf and Country Club | Oklahoma State (Leading at +15 after 2 rounds) | Leonie Wulfers (Florida Gulf Coast) (Leading at -4 after 2 rounds) | North Florida, Florida Gulf Coast, Tulsa, Augusta |
| Babs Steffens Invitational | Feb 23-24, 2026 | Stetson University | DeBary Golf Club | Stetson (Leading at +15 after 2 rounds) | Zoe Duval (Appalachian State) (Leading at -4 after 2 rounds) | Keiser, Southern Illinois, Appalachian State, UNC Asheville |
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