Las Vegas, Nevada, March 4, 2026
The University of Houston women’s golf team secured third place at the Lady Luck Invitational hosted at the Las Vegas Country Club, completing the 54-hole tournament with a score of 886. Junior Maelynn Kim led the team with a score of 217, achieving her third consecutive top-10 finish. Other notable performances came from senior Moa Svedenskiöld, along with contributions from seniors Natalie Saint Germain and Alexa Saldaña. The Cougars will continue their competitive season at the MountainView Collegiate in Tucson, Arizona.
Las Vegas, Nevada – University of Houston Women’s Golf Team Secures Third Place at Lady Luck Invitational
The University of Houston women’s golf team finished in third place at the Lady Luck Invitational, hosted at the Las Vegas Country Club on March 2-3, 2026. The Cougars completed the 54-hole tournament with a score of 886, trailing only UCF and Kent State.
Key Performances
Leading the Cougars was junior Maelynn Kim, who shot a final-round score of 72, totaling 217 for the tournament. This performance marked her third consecutive top-10 finish this season. Senior Moa Svedenskiöld also had a notable outing with a two-day total of 218, earning her fourth straight top-10 finish. Support from seniors Natalie Saint Germain and Alexa Saldaña, who finished tied for 23rd and 33rd, respectively, helped bolster the team’s overall score. Junior Ellen Yates concluded the tournament tying for 60th place.
Team Standings
UCF took home the championship title with a score of 866, finishing 13 strokes ahead of second-place Kent State. Houston’s strong performance put them 20 strokes behind the leaders. The host team, UNLV, finished in fourth place with a score of 887, followed by Oklahoma State, Oregon State, Northern Arizona, UTSA, New Mexico, and Baylor in the top 10.
Individual Highlights
In individual competition, Kent State’s Veronika Kedronová earned medalist honors with a score of 214, edging out UNLV’s Foong Zi Y and UCF’s Mila Jurine by one stroke. UCF’s Pimpisa Sisutham finished fourth with a score of 216.
Upcoming Events
The University of Houston women’s golf team will continue their western tour at the MountainView Collegiate, which is set for March 20-22 at The Preserve Golf Club in Tucson, Arizona.
About the Lady Luck Invitational
The Lady Luck Invitational is a collegiate women’s golf tournament featuring top programs from across the nation. The 2026 edition was held at the Las Vegas Country Club, a par-72 course measuring 6,529 yards, and it attracted 10 of the nation’s top 50 programs.
About the University of Houston Women’s Golf Team
The University of Houston women’s golf team competes in NCAA Division I and represents the University of Houston in various tournaments and championships. The team has a strong track record of performances and contributions to collegiate women’s golf.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the final score of the University of Houston women’s golf team at the Lady Luck Invitational?
- The team concluded the 54-hole tournament with a total score of 886, finishing behind UCF and Kent State.
- Who were the top performers for the University of Houston women’s golf team?
- Junior Maelynn Kim led the team with a final-round score of 72, bringing her three-round total to 217. Senior Moa Svedenskiöld contributed significantly with a two-day total of 218, securing her fourth straight top-10 finish. Seniors Natalie Saint Germain and Alexa Saldaña added to the team’s success, finishing tied for 23rd and 33rd, respectively. Junior Ellen Yates rounded out the team, tying for 60th place.
- Which teams finished ahead of the University of Houston women’s golf team?
- UCF claimed the championship with a score of 866, 13 strokes ahead of second-place Kent State. Following Houston, host UNLV finished fourth at 887, with Oklahoma State, Oregon State, Northern Arizona, UTSA, New Mexico, and Baylor rounding out the top 10.
- Who earned individual honors at the Lady Luck Invitational?
- Kent State’s Veronika Kedronová earned medalist honors with a score of 214, one stroke ahead of UNLV’s Foong Zi Y and UCF’s Mila Jurine. UCF’s Pimpisa Sisutham finished fourth at 216.
- What is the next event for the University of Houston women’s golf team?
- Following the Lady Luck Invitational, the Houston women’s golf team will continue its western tour at the MountainView Collegiate, scheduled for March 20-22 at The Preserve Golf Club in Tucson, Arizona.
Team Standings at the Lady Luck Invitational
| Position | Team | Score | Strokes Behind |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UCF | 866 | 0 |
| 2 | Kent State | 879 | 13 |
| 3 | University of Houston | 886 | 20 |
| 4 | UNLV | 887 | 21 |
| 5 | Oklahoma State | 894 | 28 |
| 6 | Oregon State | 896 | 30 |
| 7 | Northern Arizona | 910 | 44 |
| 8 | UTSA | 912 | 46 |
| 9 | New Mexico | 915 | 49 |
| 10 | Baylor | 916 | 50 |
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