Stanford has made a striking start at the Stanford Intercollegiate, a competition fiercely contested among collegiate golf teams. The event, hosted by Dr. Condoleezza Rice, opened with No. 3 Stanford women’s golf team showcasing exceptional performance on their home course.
Stanford’s Record-breaking Performance
The Stanford team’s score of 13-under par not only led the field but also set a new record at the Stanford Golf Course. This outstanding performance placed them five strokes ahead of their closest competitor. Notably, this achievement marks the fourth time in the past year that the team has shot a score of 13-under or better.
Leading Players of the Day
- Paula Martín Sampedro: She recorded the best round for Stanford with a 5-under 66. This score ties her collegiate best and includes just one bogey. Martín Sampedro finished strong, making birdies on holes seven and nine.
- Meja Örtengren: Following close behind, she shot a 4-under 67. Örtengren’s only bogey came on hole 14, but she secured her place by birdying her last three holes.
- Megha Ganne: The junior finished with a 2-under 69. After an early bogey, she collected three birdies, including a final birdie on hole nine.
- Andrea Revuelta: Also scoring 2-under 69, Revuelta achieved three birdies on her back nine.
In addition, Anna Song made an impressive collegiate debut, posting a 2-under 69, with five birdies, including one on the first hole.
Standings and Competitors
As the tournament progresses, Stanford leads the competition with a significant margin. No. 4 Oregon is in second place, finishing the day at 7-under. Arizona follows closely in third at 6-under, while No. 25 UCLA stands at 1-over.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Stanford | -13 |
| Oregon | -7 |
| Arizona | -6 |
| UCLA | +1 |
Upcoming Rounds
The second round of the Stanford Intercollegiate is set to commence with Stanford teeing off at 7:30 a.m. This tournament also honors Emily Fletcher, Northwestern’s head coach and a breast cancer survivor. Support for this cause is encouraged, with funds going toward breast cancer research.
The final round will begin on Sunday at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start, promising more exciting golf action.
