The Woodlands, Texas, February 14, 2026
The Eastern Kentucky University women’s golf team is ready to start their spring season on February 16, 2026, at The Woodlands Country Club in Texas. The Colonels will participate in The Texas Throwdown, a 14-team tournament hosted by Sam Houston State University. Over two days, they will compete against teams like Iowa State and Cincinnati, aiming to assess their performance ahead of the Ohio Valley Conference Championship in April.
Richmond, Kentucky – February 14, 2026
Eastern Kentucky University’s women’s golf team is set to commence their spring season on Monday, February 16, 2026, at The Woodlands Country Club in The Woodlands, Texas. This event marks the beginning of the Colonels’ spring schedule, which includes participation in several tournaments leading up to the Ohio Valley Conference Championship in April.
Season Opener at The Woodlands Country Club
The Colonels will compete in The Texas Throwdown, a 14-team event hosted by Sam Houston State University. The tournament will be held at The Woodlands Country Club – Tournament Course, a par 72 course measuring 6,311 yards. The competition spans two days, with 36 holes played on Monday and the final round on Tuesday. Live scoring will be available through Clippd.
Participating Teams
The field includes Austin Peay, Cincinnati, Eastern Kentucky, Iowa State, Middle Tennessee, Montana State, Murray State, Nebraska, Oral Roberts, Sam Houston, St. Thomas, Tarleton State, Texas State, and Texas-Arlington. This diverse lineup offers the Colonels an opportunity to gauge their performance against a range of competitors.
Colonels’ Lineup
The Eastern Kentucky lineup for the tournament is as follows:
- Tina Von Arx
- Elin Tynan
- Katherine Weir
- Patti Patterson
- Kylah Lunsford
Additionally, Ella Scherer will compete as an individual. This lineup reflects the team’s strategic approach to the season’s opening event.
Background Context
The Texas Throwdown provides a competitive environment for the Colonels to assess their readiness for the upcoming season. The event’s location at The Woodlands Country Club, a venue known for hosting professional tournaments, offers valuable experience for collegiate players. The Colonels’ participation in this tournament is part of a broader strategy to prepare for the Ohio Valley Conference Championship, scheduled for April 13-15, 2026, at Kissing Tree Golf Course in San Marcos, Texas. This championship serves as a critical milestone in the team’s season, influencing their postseason prospects.
FAQ
- What is The Texas Throwdown?
- The Texas Throwdown is a 14-team women’s golf tournament hosted by Sam Houston State University, taking place at The Woodlands Country Club in The Woodlands, Texas, on February 16-17, 2026.
- Where is The Woodlands Country Club located?
- The Woodlands Country Club is situated in The Woodlands, Texas, approximately 28 miles north of downtown Houston.
- What is the format of The Texas Throwdown?
- The tournament features 54 holes of stroke play, with 36 holes played on Monday and the final round on Tuesday. Live scoring is available through Clippd.
- Who are the participating teams in The Texas Throwdown?
- The participating teams include Austin Peay, Cincinnati, Eastern Kentucky, Iowa State, Middle Tennessee, Montana State, Murray State, Nebraska, Oral Roberts, Sam Houston, St. Thomas, Tarleton State, Texas State, and Texas-Arlington.
- What is the Ohio Valley Conference Championship?
- The Ohio Valley Conference Championship is the annual conference tournament for women’s collegiate golf teams in the Ohio Valley Conference, scheduled for April 13-15, 2026, at Kissing Tree Golf Course in San Marcos, Texas.
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