News Summary
The college women’s golf scene has wrapped up two major tournaments in Florida: the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate and the Babs Steffens Invitational. Held on February 24, 2026, both events showcased incredible talent and fierce competition. Oklahoma State claimed victory in the UNF Collegiate, while Stetson emerged as champions of the Babs Steffens Invitational. Individual standout performances included Leonie Wulfers and Zoe Duval, highlighting the bright future of collegiate women’s golf.
College Women’s Golf Action Concludes in Florida
The world of college women’s golf just wrapped up a thrilling competition in Florida. On February 24, 2026, two key championships came to a close: the Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate in Jacksonville and the Babs Steffens Invitational at DeBary Golf Club. With fierce competition and some standout performances, this was more than just another day on the greens!
Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate Final Wrap-Up
The Momentum Transportation UNF Collegiate was held at the picturesque Jacksonville Golf and Country Club, where tensions were high as the final round got underway. Coming into the final day, Oklahoma State held a solid lead with a combined score of 15-over 590, putting them two strokes ahead of their nearest rival, Florida Gulf Coast. And let’s not forget Leonie Wulfers from Florida Gulf Coast, who truly stole the spotlight! She was dominating the individual leaderboard with a remarkable score of 4-under (71-69—140), giving her a six-shot cushion as she aimed for medalist honors. Meanwhile, host team University of North Florida struggled a bit but showed promise with redshirt junior Kaitlyn Schroeder performing admirably, sitting tied for seventh at 5-over 149 (74-75) after 36 holes.
Babs Steffens Invitational Concludes with Strong Competition
Meanwhile, at the stunning DeBary Golf Club, the Babs Steffens Invitational was heating up with some serious talent on display! The event, hosted by Stetson University, saw Stetson take the lead after two rounds, making waves with a total score of 15-over. Following closely was Appalachian State, sitting at 19-over. The powerhouse Keiser women’s golf team ended the tournament in third place with a score of 32-over, showcasing the strength of collegiate golf in this area. Individually, Zoe Duval from Appalachian State established herself as the player to watch, leading at 4-under after her first two rounds. Southern Illinois also joined in on the competitive fun, finishing at 81-over after some exciting rounds.
Overview of Florida Collegiate Golf Tournaments
The conclusion of these two tournaments serves as a fantastic reminder of the dynamic landscape of college women’s golf across Florida. Bringing together 14 teams at the UNF Collegiate and 16 teams at the Babs Steffens Invitational, these events truly showcased the skill and talent from coast to coast. With highlights from NCAA Division I programs and impressive individual performances, it’s clear that the future of women’s golf is shining bright!
Tournament Summaries
| 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, FL | 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, FL | 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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