Jax State's women’s golf team finished fifth at the Conference USA Championship after overcoming a difficult second round affected by weather. Following a significant rain delay and a 17-over team score in round two, they bounced back with a strong performance, shooting four-over 292 in the final round for a total of 29-over 893. Western Kentucky won the championship with a total of 877. Coach Robbie Fields praised the team's resilience and highlighted individual standout performances, particularly from freshman Julie Kleppe, who finished sixth overall.

By the Numbers
  • Jax State shot a total of 29-over 893 across the tournament.
  • Julie Kleppe finished sixth with a total score of five-over 221, just one shot short of the all-tournament team.
  • Junior Lara El Chaib moved up to 12th place with an even-par 72 in the final round.
State of Play
  • Jax State marked its third Top 5 finish in nine tournaments this season.
  • Freshman Julie Kleppe and sophomore Lara El Chaib are emerging as key players for future competitions.
What's Next

The team aims to build on this season’s successes by integrating new talent for the upcoming year, focusing on sustained growth and improved performance.

Bottom Line

Jax State's ability to rebound from adversity showcases the team's potential and resilience, setting a promising foundation for future competitions and developments.