News Summary
The Santa Margarita girls’ golf team showcased their talent by winning the CIF-SS Division 1 title at Los Serranos Golf Club with an impressive score of 18-under-par 352. Each player contributed to the victory, demonstrating a remarkable team effort. As they celebrate this victory, the team is already preparing for the CIF Southern California Regional next week, where they hope to continue their winning streak.
Santa Margarita Girls Golf Team Strikes Gold
What a fantastic day it has been for the girls’ golf team at Santa Margarita! The Eagles have truly proven themselves on the green by claiming the coveted CIF-SS Division 1 title at Los Serranos Golf Club. Their dazzling performance left spectators and fellow competitors in awe as they shot an astounding 18-under-par 352 to secure victory. Talk about a spectacular day on the course!
A Team Effort
The magic didn’t stop with just one star player. In fact, all five players of the Santa Margarita team delivered exceptional rounds, showcasing a true team effort. Let’s give a round of applause to these talented young golfers:
- Donina Zhou: 5-under-par 69
- Angelina Tao: 69
- Annika Raja: 70
- Nora Qu: 71
- Emily Song: 73
And let’s not forget about Madelyn Cheng, who also contributed with a score of 73. Each player showed up with their A-game, and it paid off big time!
Rivals and Rankings
Trailing right behind them was Orange Lutheran, managing a solid performance with a score of 365, largely thanks to the efforts of their player Gabrielle Kim who shot a commendable 71. In third and fourth place were Crean Lutheran and Northwood, finishing with scores of 381 and 384 respectively. It has been quite a competitive field!
Looking Ahead
With such an impressive win, the Eagles are now gearing up for the next exciting challenge—the CIF Southern California Regional next week. They aren’t going alone, as both Orange Lutheran and Northwood will be joining in on the action. It’s shaping up to be quite the showdown!
Other Titles on the Line
In a day filled with extraordinary performances, other tournaments took place as well. Over at Bear Valley Country Club, the Portola girls’ team defended their Division 2 title with a nail-biting win—narrowly beating San Marino by just two strokes. Meanwhile, in Division 3, JSerra clinched their championship by edging out Chadwick by a single stroke at River Ridge Golf Club. It really was a day of high stakes and thrilling finishes across the board!
More Winning Streaks
The triumphs didn’t just stop with the CIF-SS Division 1 title. The Santa Margarita team also showcased their skills during the regional qualifier and the CIF-SS individual finals at Temecula Creek Golf Club. They led the way with a score of 1-under-par 359 in the qualifier to secure their spot in the upcoming regional round. Not only did they shine, but Orange Lutheran and Northwood also punched their tickets for the regional with scores of 370 and 394 respectively.
Individual Honors
A special shoutout goes to Moanikeala Finau from Diamond Bar, who won the CIF-SS individual title with a spectacular score of 66. She’s already set her sights on Cal State Northridge for the next chapter of her golfing career. And let’s not overlook Donina Zhou, who placed third overall with her impressive score of 69—she’s leading the county golfers and is already committed to Princeton!
Final Thoughts
The girls’ golf scene is buzzing with excitement, and one thing’s for sure: the Santa Margarita Eagles are on a roll! As they prepare for their next big showdown in the regionals, the anticipation is building. Here’s hoping for more stunning performances and maybe yet another title in the coming competitions!
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- OC Register: Santa Margarita Girls Golf Team Dominates CIF-SS Division 1 Championship
- Orange Observer: Crooked Cat Reopens at Orange County National
- Chronicle Newspaper: Orange County Golf Courses Undergoing Improvements
- Fullerton Titans: Men’s Golf Wins Fourth Straight Orange County Classic
- OC Register: High School Golf
- Google Search: Santa Margarita girls golf
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