CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois women's golf head coach Renee Slone announced the addition of Meadow Tian to the program's 2026 signing class. Tian signed her Big Ten Athletics Aid Agreement on Wednesday evening and will join the Fighting Illini in the fall of 2026.
Tian's Highlights: Three-time AJGA champion; Member of inaugural USNDP Team Ohio; 2025 Southern Ohio Junior PGA Champion; Champion, 49th Ohio Girls Junior; 2025 OHSAA Individual State Champion; 2025 Central Ohio District Player of the Year.
Why Illinois? "I chose Illinois Women's Golf because of its unparalleled culture of empowerment and balance of athletics and academics. The amazing facilities and coaching staff provide exceptional resources for developing my game and character- both as a student-athlete and individual. The program's commitment to excellence and growth inspires me to push my limits and thrive in a competitive yet supportive environment."
Slone's Take: Meadow just concluded her high school career with a victory at the Ohio High School State Championship. She is a quiet competitor who models dedication and dependability and stretches her comfort zone looking for every opportunity to improve as evidenced by her steady improvement in the past year.
