Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 9, 2025
News Summary
Southcentral Kentucky golfers showcased their talents at the girls’ state golf tournament in Bowling Green. Kenzie Willen from Cumberland County earned a fifth place finish while the Bowling Green Lady Purples secured sixth place overall. The tournament was marked by challenging weather conditions, yet Willen’s strong performances, including an eagle and a birdie, highlighted her skills. This event also celebrated the Bowling Green Lady Purples’ achievements, as they captured their first 3rd Region title in 20 years before competing at the state level.
Bowling Green, Kentucky – Southcentral Kentucky golfers showcased impressive skills at the 2025 Leachman Buick-GMC-Cadillac/KHSAA girls’ state golf tournament held at Bowling Green Country Club. The event saw Cumberland County’s Kenzie Willen achieve a notable fifth place finish while her team, the Bowling Green Lady Purples, placed sixth overall among nine teams.
Willen started the tournament strong, shooting 1-under (71) in the first round which allowed her to enter the second round tied for second place. However, the first round was challenging due to wet and rainy conditions, contrasting sharply with the sunny and dry weather that prevailed during the final round. In the second round, Willen posted a score of 2-over on the front nine but rebounded with a solid 1-over on the back nine. Notably, she recorded an eagle on hole 14 and a birdie on hole 18, finishing the tournament with an overall score of +2 (146).
Willen expressed her excitement regarding her performance, particularly praising her strong first round despite the adverse conditions. Meanwhile, Bowling Green’s Caroline Childers, who concluded her high school career, secured a tied finish for 16th place with a score of 11-over par (155). As the only senior on the team, Childers had an emotional finish to her high school golf journey.
The Bowling Green Lady Purples marked a significant achievement by capturing their first 3rd Region title in 20 years before competing in the state tournament. This was also the first time the team advanced to the finals of the state tournament. The team’s total score was 678.
Besides Willen and Childers, other Bowling Green team members included Mary Douglas Childers who finished with a score of 172, Ellie Morgan with 176, Saanvi Aravantagi at 178, and Amy Tomblinson at 180. From Barren County, Chloe Witcher and Lucy Zalla represented their school, with Witcher finishing tied for 25th place with a score of 158 and Zalla tied for 61st with a score of 173. South Warren’s Stella Forney finished tied for 40th with a score of +21. Russell County’s Carleen Meyers improved significantly, cutting five strokes in the second round to finish tied for 66th with a score of 175.
Madison Central triumphed in the team title with a score of 604, followed by Lexington Christian at 616, and Sacred Heart, which secured third place with a score of 621. Sacred Heart’s Keira Yun earned the individual title with a remarkable score of 6-under par (138), capped by a final round score of 67.
Team Performance Summary
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Madison Central | 604 |
| Lexington Christian | 616 |
| Sacred Heart | 621 |
| Bowling Green | 678 |
Individual Top Performers
| Player | Score | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Keira Yun | -6 (138) | Sacred Heart |
| Kenzie Willen | +2 (146) | Cumberland County |
| Caroline Childers | +11 (155) | Bowling Green |
FAQ
What was Kenzie Willen’s finish at the 2025 KHSAA girls’ state golf tournament?
Kenzie Willen finished in fifth place at the tournament.
What is the team score for Bowling Green at the tournament?
The overall team score for Bowling Green was 678.
What notable achievements did Bowling Green accomplish before the state tournament?
Bowling Green secured their first 3rd Region title in 20 years before competing in the state tournament.
Who won the individual title at the tournament?
Sacred Heart’s Keira Yun won the individual title with an impressive score of 6-under par (138).
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