Corpus Christi, Texas, February 18, 2026
Houston Christian University secured a narrow victory at the Islanders Collegiate Invitational, finishing with a team score of +38. Alyssa Stewart led the charge with a runner-up finish, demonstrating impressive consistency throughout the tournament. HCU edged out the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley by four strokes, solidifying their place at the top of the standings. As they prepare for the next tournament in Sugar Land, Texas, the Huskies displayed remarkable skill and teamwork throughout the competition.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – Houston Christian University (HCU) triumphed at the 2026 Islanders Collegiate Invitational, finishing with a team score of +38 (299-297-306—902) at Corpus Christi Country Club. The Huskies narrowly defeated the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) by four strokes to secure the championship.
Alyssa Stewart spearheaded HCU’s performance with a runner-up finish at +7 (73-73-77—223), showcasing consistent play throughout the event. She recorded several birdies, including one on the par-4 second hole in the final round, and amassed a total of 36 pars over 54 holes, making her the lowest scorer for the Huskies at the tournament.
Natcha Makmanee placed fourth overall with a score of +9 (72-78-75—225) after starting strong with an even-par 72 in Round 1, which featured a birdie on the par-4 15th hole during the final round. Alejandra Ferrer finished close behind at +10 (74-72-80—226), opening with a solid 74 and following up with a 72.
Additionally, Serena Churchill concluded the tournament at +18 (83-74-77—234) while Abigail O’Brien finished at +20 (80-79-77—236).
The final team standings were as follows:
| Rank | Team | Score |
|——|——————————|——-|
| 1 | Houston Christian University | 902 |
| 2 | UTRGV | 906 |
| 3 | Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 920 |
| 4 | Blinn College | 924 |
| 5 | East Texas A&M | 926 |
| 6 | Lamar University | 958 |
| 7 | Weatherford College | 952 |
| 8 | New Mexico JC | 958 |
| 9 | McLennan Community College | 984 |
| 10 | Valparaiso University | 996 |
Looking ahead, Houston Christian University is set to participate in the Riverbend Intercollegiate on March 9-10 in Sugar Land, Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2026 Islanders Collegiate Invitational?
Houston Christian University secured the team title at the 2026 Islanders Collegiate Invitational, finishing at +38 (299-297-306—902) at Corpus Christi Country Club. They edged out the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) by four strokes to claim the championship.
Who were the top individual performers at the tournament?
Alyssa Stewart led HCU with a runner-up finish at +7 (73-73-77—223). Natcha Makmanee finished fourth overall at +9 (72-78-75—225). Alejandra Ferrer closed at +10 (74-72-80—226). Serena Churchill posted a 77 in the final round to finish at +18 (83-74-77—234), while Abigail O’Brien finished at +20 (80-79-77—236).
When is Houston Christian University’s next golf event?
Houston Christian University will return to action on March 9-10 at the Riverbend Intercollegiate in Sugar Land, Texas.
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