Knoxville, Tennessee, October 9, 2025
News Summary
The Western Kentucky women’s golf team made a remarkable comeback at the Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate, finishing in a tie for third place. Senior Sydney Hackett showcased her talent by winning a share of the individual championship with a score of 11-under 202, the second lowest in WKU history. Freshman Reagan Ramage also impressed, tying for third place. The team’s strong performance, highlighted by a 5-under par 279 in the final round, marks a successful end to their fall season before resuming play in spring 2026.
Knoxville, Tennessee – The Western Kentucky women’s golf team achieved a significant milestone by finishing in a tie for third place at the Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate. Senior golfer Sydney Hackett also made headlines by winning a share of the individual championship during the event.
The Lady Toppers made a remarkable comeback in the tournament, improving their position from a 10th place finish after round one to seventh place after round two. They capped off the competition with a stellar performance in the third round, scoring 5-under par 279, which tied for the second-best team round score in program history.
Hackett underscored her prowess on the golf course by finishing the tournament with a score of 11-under 202, marking both a career low for her and the second lowest 54-hole score in WKU history. She recorded an impressive 65 in the final round, which is her lowest career round and tied for the third lowest in program history. Hackett stood out in the tournament, recording the most birdies with a total of 15 and boasting the best par 4 stroke average at 3.68.
Freshman Reagan Ramage also excelled in the competition, finishing the final round with a score of 69 and tying for third place overall. Ramage’s tournament score of 4-under 209 set a personal career best by 15 strokes. She completed par on 40 holes during the tournament, which was tied for the third most of any player in the field.
Additionally, freshman Leah Edwards achieved her best round of the tournament with a score of 1-under 70, resulting in an overall score of 3-over 216 and a tie for 22nd place. This marked Edwards’ second top-25 finish in her early career. Senior Averi Cline finished with a total score of 9-over 232, placing her in 70th place after scoring 7-over 78 in the final round. Junior Grace Frei recorded her best round of the tournament at 4-over 75 and finished with an overall score of 22-over 235 in 74th place.
With the conclusion of the Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate, this event marked the end of the fall season for the Lady Toppers. The Western Kentucky women’s golf team is set to resume play in spring 2026, beginning with the Reynolds Lake Oconee Classic hosted by Mercer.
Key Stats
| Player | Final Score | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney Hackett | 11-under 202 | Tied for 1st |
| Reagan Ramage | 4-under 209 | Tied for 3rd |
| Leah Edwards | 3-over 216 | Tied for 22nd |
| Averi Cline | 9-over 232 | 70th |
| Grace Frei | 22-over 235 | Tied for 74th |
FAQs
What place did the Western Kentucky women’s golf team finish in at the Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate?
The Western Kentucky women’s golf team finished in a tie for third place at the Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Who won the individual championship at the tournament?
Senior golfer Sydney Hackett won a share of the individual championship.
What was Sydney Hackett’s score for the tournament?
Hackett finished the tournament with a score of 11-under 202, which is a career low for her and the second lowest 54-hole score in WKU history.
When will WKU’s women’s golf team resume play?
The WKU women’s golf team will resume play in the spring of 2026, beginning with the Reynolds Lake Oconee Classic hosted by Mercer.
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Additional Resources
- WKU Sports: Lady Toppers Day One at Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate
- Wikipedia: Golf
- WKU Sports: Lady Toppers Move Up in Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate
- Google Search: Western Kentucky women’s golf
- BG Daily News: WKU Women’s Golf News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Women’s Golf
- WKU Sports: Lady Toppers Set for Mercedes Benz Intercollegiate
- Google News: WKU women’s golf
- Campbell Camels: Women’s Golf Update
- Google Scholar: Women’s Golf
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