Indiana University Athletics
Hoosiers Place 37th at Women's Collegiate Team Championship
8/5/2010 12:00:00 AM | Women's Golf
Aug. 5, 2010
DAHLONEGA, Georgia (August 5, 2010) - - A surge over the final four holes propelled the team of Cheyenne Woods and Michelle Shin from Wake Forest to a two shot victory in the inaugural Hooters Women's Collegiate Team Championship presented by the National Golf Coaches Association at Achasta, By Reynolds.
Indiana's duo of seniors Lauren Giesecke and Cecilia Orevik finished tied for 37th with a tally of 317 over the three rounds. The pairs played alternate shot in round one, best ball in round two and team stroke in round three.
Giesecke shot a 4-over 76 on Thursday, with Orevik posting a 9-over 81.
Woods walked to the 15th tee with her team down two shots, but the junior rolled in an eagle putt, while her teammate made a birdie, finally catching the pair of Brooke Pancake and Jennifer Kirby from Alabama as the two groups made their way to the 16th hole tied at 13-under-par.
Shin and Woods then dialed in the putter and drained birdies on 16 and 17 respectively, while Alabama's Pancake saw a three foot birdie putt lip out on the par 3 17th hole to send her team to the 18th down by two strokes where Woods/Shin captured the championship at 15-under-par.
Alabama's Pancake and Kirby, who led from wire-to-wire were awarded the runner-up award, finishing the tournament at 13-under-par, while Stetson's Alexandria Buelow and Lauren Cate carded a final round two-under-par to finish third overall.
Virginia's Brittany Altimore and Elizabeth Brightwell entered the final round at 10-under-par, but a 3-over-par final round placed the pair in sole possession of fourth place, while Florida's Jessica Yadloczky and Evan Jensen moved up on the final day to round out the top five at 5-under-par for the championship.
Ashland University's Annie Miles and Erin Misheff ran away with the NCAA Division II low score of the championship, finishing 16th overall at 4-over-par, while Katie Schenfeld and Taylor Drenttel from Gustavus Adolphus University edged out Katie Maurer and Catherine Wagner from Wisconsin Eau Claire by one shot to capture the DIII/NAIA championship.
About the National Golf Coaches Association
The National Golf Coaches Association, founded in 1983, is a non-profit organization representing women's collegiate golf coaches. The NGCA was formed to encourage the playing of college golf for women in correlation with a general objective of education and in accordance with the highest tradition of intercollegiate competition. Today, the NGCA represents nearly 500 coaches throughout the U.S. and is dedicated to educating, promoting and recognizing both its members and the student-athletes they represent.
About Hooters of America
Hooters of America, Inc. is the franchisor and operator of over 455 Hooters restaurants in 44 states and 22 foreign countries. The first Hooters opened in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida. Hooters is well-known for its brand of food and fun, featuring a casual beach-theme atmosphere, a menu that features seafood, sandwiches and Hooters nearly world famous chicken wings. For more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com
About Achasta
Achasta By Reynolds is brought to you by the creators of Reynolds Plantation in Oconee, Georgia. Located along the banks of the Chestatee River Achasta embraces its bucolic setting and the rich outdoor lifestyle that the location affords its members. The challenging yet playable layout navigates back and forth across the Chestatee while providing a scenic Appalachian backdrop. Situated in a picturesque valley, this 18-hole, 6,995-yard design encourages walking, allowing you to enjoy the game in its purest form. The resort style community also features walking trails, clubhouse, pro shop, practice facilities, tennis courts and a swimming pool along with other outdoor activities. Achasta's strong emphasis on natural amenities and environmental preservation has earned it an Audubon Certification for its Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.
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