Illinois concluded the 2025 Big Ten Women’s Golf Championship with an admirable third-place finish, posting a 54-hole total of 870 (+6).
Tournament overview
The 2025 Big Ten Women’s Golf Championship featured a competitive field, with Oregon emerging as the team champion at 12-under par (852).
Oregon’s sophomore Kiara Romero claimed the individual title with an impressive 7-under par (209). Bulle Rock Golf Course in Havre de Grace, Maryland, hosted the Championship, a renowned Pete Dye-designed venue known for its challenging layout and history of hosting major golf events.
Individual highlights
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Junior Victoria Zheng led Illinois with a stellar performance. On day two, she was tied for first, but she ended the event tied for fifth at 2-under par (214). Her final round of 73 included three birdies and an eagle, showcasing her resilience and skill.
Junior Anna Ritter had 37 pars over the three rounds. She performed well, finishing tied for 12th at 1 over par (217). Her final round of 72 was the team’s best of the day, featuring four birdies and a back nine score of 33 (-3), which propelled her up the leaderboard.
Freshman Yurang Li contributed significantly to the team’s success, finishing tied for 25th at 220 (+4). Her consistent play throughout the tournament added depth to Illinois’ lineup.
Senior Lexanne Halama and junior Brielle Mapanao rounded out the team, finishing tied for 29th at 222(+6) and tied for 68th at 227 (+11), respectively.
Overall performance
The Illini’s rounds of 286, 292, and 292 demonstrated their competitiveness and ability to perform under pressure. Despite a challenging second round, their strong finish solidified their position in the top three.
Looking ahead
With the Big Ten Championship concluded, the Illini now await the NCAA Regional selections. The selection show is scheduled for Wednesday at noon CT on the Golf Channel. The Illini are hopeful for a strong showing in the regionals as they continue their pursuit of national recognition.
Illinois’ consistent performance throughout the season and its strong finish at the Big Ten Championship positions it well for the upcoming NCAA postseason.
With a talented lineup and experienced leadership, the Illini remain a formidable contender in collegiate golf.
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