Ranking seventh nationally, the Arkansas women’s golf team is set to compete in its 14th NCAA Championship at Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California, starting Friday. They tee off at 2:45 p.m. CT alongside No. 8 Wake Forest and No. 9 Duke. The Razorbacks aim to advance to match play for the second consecutive year, following a solid performance at the NCAA Louisville Regional where they secured third place. Junior Maria Jose Marin, the reigning NCAA Individual Champion, leads the squad with impressive season statistics, highlighting their strong potential.

By the Numbers
  • Maria Jose Marin has finished in the top 10 in 10 of 11 events this season.
  • Arkansas finished third in the NCAA Louisville Regional at 10-under, just above the cut line of 9-under.
State of Play
  • Arkansas will compete to secure a top-15 finish after 36 holes to help their match play chances.
  • Marin leads the team with a 70.0 stroke average and is ranked 3rd nationally.
What's Next

If the Razorbacks finish among the top 15 after the first two rounds, they will position themselves to start the third round in the preferable morning wave. Advancement to match play will be crucial for setting a strong foundation for future NCAA tournaments.

Bottom Line

With a talented roster and a focus on maintaining their competitive edge, the Razorbacks have a real chance to not only perform well but also to potentially claim their first team national title, building on their strong individual accolades and recent performances.