Lady Knights Begin Season in California

CEDAR HILL, Texas–Northwood University Lady Knights Golf Team started their season off in sunny San Diego at the Point Loma Nazarene Invitational at Riverwalk Golf Club. The ladies flew into San Diego on Saturday and enjoyed seeing the sites. They also visited the beach and were able to catch the sunset and see the dolphins.

"We have been ravaged by injury, so that although I brought four girls only two of them were healthy enough to play, with that being said we have had a good few weeks of practice and I was expecting some positive play," said Coach Belfield.

Sunday before the practice round the Knights took a trip to the world renowned, Torrey Pines Golf course which has hosted US Opens and a PGA Tour event every year.

The Ladies began on the back nine on the first day and started off strong with a number of pars on the first few holes, however the girls struggled with the greens which registered at 13.8 on the stimpmeter.

"The greens were amongst the fastest I had ever seen with multiple undulations which made for some very difficult putts. Both Carol and Nicola struggled to adjust to the pace of the greens and adapt to chipping to the bounce and speed of the greens," said Coach Belfield.

On the first day Nicola shot 110 and Carol shot a 97. The second day brought a fresh start and even quicker greens.

“Carol shot a solid score of 86 and Nicola shot a 105.  Playing collegiate golf at Northwood is something not to be taken for granted and between the weather, dolphins, food and golf, the girls came away with the understanding that this was a trip they will remember for a long time,” said Coach Belfield.