Sugar Land, Texas, March 10, 2026
At the Riverbend Intercollegiate in Sugar Land, Texas, UTRGV’s Kieli Saenz achieved a tie for 10th place, contributing to the team’s overall eighth-place finish. The team scored a total of 602 over the tournament. Saenz’s outstanding performance was a highlight as UTRGV prepares for its upcoming challenges, including the Nashville Intercollegiate and SLC Championships. The event hosted 16 teams and was held at the Riverbend Country Club, showcasing competitive NCAA Division I programs.
Sugar Land, Texas – At the Riverbend Intercollegiate, UTRGV’s Kieli Saenz secured a tie for 10th place, leading the team to an eighth-place finish overall.
UTRGV concluded the tournament with a total score of 602, which included rounds of 292 and 310. Notably, Kieli Saenz’s performance was a highlight for UTRGV, allowing her to finish among the top competitors. The team consisted of Natalia Rodriguez, Miriam Barcalova, Zoe Hobbs, Pitchayapa Pungpho, and Saenz.
The Riverbend Intercollegiate, hosted by Houston Christian University, took place at the Riverbend Country Club, a par-72 course measuring 6,153 yards. The tournament featured 16 teams from various institutions, including East Texas A&M, McLennan Community College, New Mexico State, and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.
In individual performances, East Texas A&M’s Marie Naeher led her team with a score of 146, finishing tied for 11th place. Tarleton’s Louise Depadt emerged as the top individual with a score of 138.
The Riverbend Intercollegiate is an annual event that attracts competitive NCAA Division I programs. UTRGV’s performance this year marked an improvement from last year’s tied for seventh place with a three-round score of 910. The team is now gearing up for upcoming tournaments, including the Nashville Intercollegiate on March 23-25, the ULM Invitational on March 30-31, and the SLC Championships from April 13-15.
FAQ
- What was UTRGV’s team score at the Riverbend Intercollegiate?
- The Vaqueros finished with a total score of 602, comprising rounds of 292 and 310.
- Who led UTRGV in individual performance?
- Kieli Saenz secured a tie for 10th place, leading the team.
- Which team won the Riverbend Intercollegiate?
- The tournament results do not specify the winning team.
- What upcoming tournaments is UTRGV participating in?
- UTRGV is preparing for the Nashville Intercollegiate on March 23-25, the ULM Invitational on March 30-31, and the SLC Championships from April 13-15.
| Team Name | Total Score |
|---|---|
| UTRGV | 602 |
| East Texas A&M | 606 |
| Blinn College | 611 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 611 |
| Odessa College | 611 |
| Lamar | 615 |
| Prairie View A&M | 617 |
| McLennan Community College | 634 |
| UIW | 636 |
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