University of Illinois
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French Broad Collegiate Invitational
October 26, 2026 | Women's Golf
Recap
ARDEN, N.C. – Illinois women's golf sits in seventh place after the opening round of the French Broad Collegiate Invitational, carding a team total of 306 (+22) at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Action from Arden, North Carolina, got off to a slow start after a frost delay to open the day. Play was suspended midway through Monday's second round.
Erica Lee led the way for the Fighting Illini, carding a 4-over 75 to sit tied for 13th. Lee recorded a 39 on the front nine before closing with a 36 on the back nine.
Tavia Burgess is tied for 17th at 76 (+5). Burgess carded a 36 on the front nine and a 40 on the back nine.
Meadow Tian is tied for 24th after carding a 77 (+6), while Alexis Myers and Sofia Vargas are tied for 30th at 7-over 78.
The Illini opened their first appearance at the French Broad Collegiate Invitational in seventh place among the field after posting a team score of 306 (+22). Furman leads the team standings at 292 (+8), while Charlotte and Maryland are tied for second at 302.
Up next, Illinois will continue play at the French Broad Collegiate Invitational on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. The final day is scheduled to begin with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. CT, as squads conclude round two and finish off competition with the third round.
| Place | French Broad Collegiate Invitational | R1 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-7th | Illinois | 384 (+22) | 384 (+22) |
| T-13th | Erica Lee | 75 (+4) | 75 (+4) |
| T-17th | Tavia Burgess | 76 (+5) | 76 (+5) |
| T-24th | Meadow Tian | 77 (+6) | 77 (+6) |
| T-30th | Alexis Myers | 78 (+7) | 78 (+7) |
| T-30th | Sophia Vargas | 78 (+7) | 78 (+7) |
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