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WGOLF: Rams Win Tournament in Iowa

Le Mars – Texas Wesleyan University's women's golf team showcased their prowess at the Northwest Iowa National Invitational Tournament, held September 15-16, 2025, at Willow Creek Golf Course. The Rams clinched the team title with an impressive 11-under-par total, finishing six strokes ahead of runner-up Embry-Riddle (AZ) in the NAIA event hosted by Morningside University.

Leading the charge for Texas Wesleyan was Makena Junkin, who tied for second place individually with a stellar 9-under-par 207. Junkin's consistent performance included rounds of 66 (-6), 68 (-4), and 73 (+1), narrowly missing the top spot by three strokes to Master's Hannah Ulibarri. Her steady play set the tone for the Rams' dominant team effort.

Sophomore Natalie Miksovska delivered a strong showing, finishing at 3-under-par with rounds of 71 (-1), 76 (+4), and 66 (-6), tying for sixth place. Miksovska's final-round 66 was a highlight, showcasing her ability to navigate the challenging Willow Creek layout.

Lucia Larruscain contributed a solid +4 total, carding rounds of 70 (-2), 73 (+1), and 77 (+5), placing 13th. Corrina Griffin, competing as an individual, finished at +5, while Sofia Gorgees Baeta added a +7 total, highlighted by a strong final-round 71 (-1). Jordan Pillay rounded out the Rams' lineup with a +8 finish, rebounding with a 67 (-5) in the second round.

Texas Wesleyan's victory came against a competitive field of eight NAIA teams, with Oklahoma City finishing a distant third, +24 points behind.

The Rams wil next compete September 29 and 30 at the Battle in the Desert hosted by the University of the Southwest.

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Players Mentioned

Natalie Miksovska

Natalie Miksovska

5' 9"
Senior
Lucia Larruscain

Lucia Larruscain

5' 6"
Senior
Corrina Griffin

Corrina Griffin

5' 4"
Junior
Makena Junkin

Makena Junkin

Junior
Jordan Pillay

Jordan Pillay

5' 5"
Sophomore

Players Mentioned

Natalie Miksovska

Natalie Miksovska

5' 9"
Senior
Lucia Larruscain

Lucia Larruscain

5' 6"
Senior
Corrina Griffin

Corrina Griffin

5' 4"
Junior
Makena Junkin

Makena Junkin

Junior
Jordan Pillay

Jordan Pillay

5' 5"
Sophomore