Posted: Apr 14, 2026
Fort Worth, Texas- The OLLU women’s golf team entered the Spring Invite with a clear sense of purpose, competing against a deep and experienced field that included strong performances from Blinn, Texas Wesleyan, and Weatherford. Across three rounds, the tournament tested consistency, resilience, and composure, and OLLU’s individuals embraced that challenge from start to finish.
Samantha Garcia led the way for OLLU, finishing 19th overall at +25. Her rounds of 8-over, 9-over, and 8-over reflected steady determination on a course that proved difficult for much of the field. Garcia maintained composure throughout the event, limiting large mistakes and continuing to battle through each round, a performance that underscored her competitiveness against higher-ranked opponents.
Close behind, Grayson Weiler placed 20th at +27. After a challenging opening round of 14-over, Weiler responded with improved play, posting rounds of 8-over and 5-over to close the tournament. Her ability to adjust and finish stronger highlighted both resilience and growth as the tournament progressed.
Samantha Ziegler rounded out the OLLU representatives, finishing 35th at +78. Despite a difficult event, she continued to compete through all three rounds, demonstrating persistence and commitment. Each round presented learning opportunities, and her effort contributed to the team’s overall presence in the field.
At the top of the leaderboard, Blinn’s Daniah Syed claimed medalist honors at 5-under, one of the few players to finish under par. Texas Wesleyan’s Makena Junkin and Natalie Miksovska followed, while consistent team showings from Blinn and Weatherford kept the competition tight throughout the event.
For OLLU, the Spring Invite served as both a measuring stick and a building block. Competing against a strong field provided valuable experience, and the individual efforts of Garcia, Weiler, and Ziegler reflected a team continuing to develop its competitive edge. As the season progresses, the lessons learned from this tournament are likely to shape stronger performances ahead.