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A look into the first round of the 24th Louisiana Women’s Four-Ball Championship held at The Island Golf Course in Plaquemine, Louisiana on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
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24 players competed in the first round of the 24th Louisiana Women’s Four-Ball Championship held at The Island Golf Course in Plaquemine, Louisiana on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Tee times began as a shotgun start off of holes 14-18 & 1 this morning at 8:00 AM. The course played to a par 72 at 5,329 yards for the overall field.
Plaquemine, LA – The 24th Louisiana Women’s Four-Ball Championship kicked off today at The Island Golf Course. The morning started off a bit chilly but soon gave way to sunny skies and a mild breeze. A total of 12 teams competed, with Maci Williams of Brusly and Evelynn Artieta of Denham Springs finishing at nine-under par, 63 after their first 18 holes. This duo carded in 9 birdies from the first round with only and zero bogeys, positioning themselves at the top of the leaderboard.
One shot back at eight-under par are Julie Harrison of Baton Rouge and Kie McNabb of DeRidder. This duo had an impressive round, tallying eight birdies and also zero bogeys to round out their day. Sitting in third at four-under par are Nicole Crochet of Baton Rouge and Hannah Schorr of Broussard.
There are also three flighted divisions for this championship. The following is the leaderboard for each division:
First Flight:
1. Julie Harrison and Kie McNabb (-12)
2. Maci Williams and Evelynn Artieta (-10)
3. Nicole Crochet and Hannah Schorr (-9)
Second Flight:
1. Dawn Watson and Amanda Rothrock (-11)
2. Darleen Thibodeaux and Mari Pastor (-9)
3. Tina Chin-Griffin and Celeste Harris (-7)
Third Flight:
1. April Prestenbach and Tammeryn Smith (-12)
2. Angela Colombo and Regina King (-8)
3. Leila Carino and Rene Alonzo (-5)
The Island Golf Course has been exceptionally hospitable to our players and staff. The Louisiana Golf Association would like to thank the course and its workers for allowing this weekend to be fabulous for our ladies.
About the LGA
The Louisiana Golf Association (LGA) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to unifying the golf community across Louisiana. Since its inception in 1920, the LGA has expanded its scope to offer a variety of championships, including the Junior Amateur Championship and the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour. The LGA is committed to providing exceptional services in Championship Administration, USGA Handicap System oversight, and Rules of Golf authority, ensuring fair play and integrity throughout the state.
The LGA supports golfers of all levels through its Course Measuring and Rating services, comprehensive tournament management, and educational seminars on the Rules of Golf and Amateur Status. By partnering with entities like the Audubon Golf Trail and Gulf States PGA, the LGA fosters growth and inclusivity in the sport.
As the authoritative body for amateur golf in Louisiana, the LGA maintains the WHS Handicap Index, crucial for assessing individual performance, and continues to uphold the game’s traditions and values. For more information, visit LGA.org or contact us at 337-265-3938.
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