The first high school state championship of the Missouri fall sports season is quickly approaching. The best girls golfers in the state will descend upon four different locations in hopes of hoisting a state title trophy.
The girls state golf tournament will begin on Monday, Oct. 19 with day one action. The tournament will conclude on Tuesday, Oct. 20.
Check out the full list of Springfield-area golfers who qualified for the state tournament here. Here is a look at the storylines, plus the schedule and locations.
Ash Grove's Rylee Allred chasing history
It’s a big week for Ash Grove’s Rylee Allred. She has a chance at making history during this year’s state tournament.
The three-time winner is looking to become the first player in Missouri history to win four straight state championships.
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Allred shot a 3-under-par 67 at Greene Hills Golf Course in Willard to claim the Class 1 District 1 title. Across all districts, Allred had the lowest score by three shots, ahead of Worth County’s Georgia Taylor in District 4.
Allred has won her last two state titles by at least five shots. The senior will play at Pittsburg State next season. The final week of her school career will be filled with many memories in Smithville.
Springfield Catholic aiming for first title since 2021
Springfield Catholic is playing close to home for the Class 4 championship. The Irish will play their final tournament of the season at Rivercut.
The Irish qualified their entire team and are one of the contenders for the team title. Catholic has won three titles in program history during its dominant run from 2019-21. Last season, the Irish were the runners-up.
Ava Tiedemann won the Class 4 District 3 title by one shot over Ray-Pec’s Adeline Swan. Olivia Tiedemann and Kathryn Hartman also finished in the top-six of the district. Brinley Scott and Kimber Haik bring great depth pieces, a crucial part in contending as a team.
Central's Phoebe Lin ready to contend to in Class 3
Central’s Phoebe Lin is back in the state tournament after another strong season. The junior won the Class 3 District 3 championship with a round of 68 at West Plains Country Club. The 2-under round was four shots better than anyone else.
Lin’s 68 was the lowest round in all Class 3 district tournaments. Last season, Lin finished in fourth place in the state final. Earlier this season, Lin went low at the Springfield Catholic Invitational with a 7-under round to highlight her regular season.
Greenwood, Strafford qualify entire teams
Greenwood took the Class 1 District 1 title, qualifying its entire team. Emma Daugherty led the way during the district tournament. Ruby Brothers, Dylan Lee, Gwyndolyn Gelner and Anna Schultz round out the roster that is aiming for the first state title in school history.
In Class 2, Strafford claimed the District 2 championship. Harper Jacobs was the team’s top player at districts, finishing third overall. Chesney Beckler, Camryn Zbaren, Sienna Jacks and Presley York will represent the Indians at the state tournament. Strafford is also trying to win its first state title.
Locations for MSHSAA girls golf state championship
Class 4: Rivercut Golf Course, Springfield
Class 3: Meadow Lake Acres County Club, New Bloomfield
Class 2: Bogey Creek Golf Club, Farmington
Class 1: Paradise Pointe Golf Complex, Smithville
Date and start times for MSHSAA girls golf state championship
Monday, Oct. 19: 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 20: 8:30 a.m.
Liam Keating covers high school sports and Missouri State athletics for The Springfield News-Leader. Send stats or information to him at Lkeating@usatodayco.com
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