Local University of Indianapolis Clinches Third National Title in Thrilling Golf Playoff

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The Women's Golf National Championship at Orange County National in Winter Garden, Florida, ended with the University of Indianapolis and St. Mary’s University tied for seventh place, each scoring 876 after 54 holes. The tie led to a Medal Match play, followed by a sudden death playoff on the 18th hole, where the University of Indianapolis won their third national title with a score of 19-20.

During the finals, the lead shifted several times between the two teams, ending in a 2-2-1 tie. Key players included Savannah Dupre from St. Mary’s and Jess Haines from Indianapolis, who both scored 70. Rebecca Reed from St. Mary’s also performed well, shooting a 72 in her final collegiate round.

The decisive playoff involved top players from both teams. Despite all St. Mary’s players scoring par, Indianapolis secured the win with two birdies against two bogeys and one par.