Peoria, Ariz. (February 22, 2026) – Washington State’s Women’s Golf team had a strong start at the Westbrook Invitational. After two rounds, two players are among the Top 30.
Senior Hannah Harrison shot a solid two-under 70 in the first round, followed by an even-par 72 in the second. She is tied for 23rd place at two-under. Freshman Kaitlyn Helm also performed well, finishing the first day tied for 29th at one-under, with a one-over 73 in the opening round and a two-under 70 on the second day. Harrison stood out with six birdies in her first round, while Helm added four in her second.
Other Cougars’ results included Sara Pineros in 62nd, Agnes Brink in 66th, and Grace Rubelsky in 75th. Overall, the team is in 12th place at nine-over, just one stroke behind host Wisconsin.
The Course and Tournament Format
This tournament takes place at the Westbrook Village Golf Club – Vistas Course. The course features a par-72 layout, spanning 6,293 yards. Teams will play 36 holes on Sunday and an additional 18 on Monday.
Washington State’s Lineup
- Kaitlyn Helm
- Grace Rubelsky
- Hannah Harrison
- Agnes Brink
- Sara Pineros
The Field
Besides Washington State and Wisconsin, the competition includes No. 23 Arizona, Chattanooga, Colorado State, Georgia, Gonzaga, No. 37 Kansas, and several others, making for a competitive 15-team field.
Insights and Trends
Recent surveys show that women’s golf is gaining popularity, with participation rates increasing by 20% over the last five years. This surge may inspire more young athletes to take up the sport.
In social media trends, hashtags related to women’s golf have seen a significant uptick, reflecting growing fan engagement. Followers of Washington State and other participating schools are sharing highlights and cheering for their teams online.
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