Western Michigan Golf Heads to Arizona for Bell Bank “Pay it Forward” Collegiate
The Western Michigan University women’s golf team is set to compete in the Bell Bank “Pay it Forward” Collegiate tournament, hosted by Minnesota, at the Wigwam Golf Club in Litchfield Park, Arizona. This marks a return to the Grand Canyon state for the Broncos after a month-long absence.
A Competitive Field Awaits
The tournament field includes a diverse range of programs, with Western Michigan being the sole representative from the Mid-American Conference. Familiar faces will be present, as the Broncos will encounter Creighton, a team they’ve recently competed against. Other participating schools include St. Thomas, Omaha, Florida Gulf Coast, Middle Tennessee State, Montana State, South Florida, Utah Tech, North Dakota State, Grand Canyon, North Dakota, and UC Irvine.
The Wigwam Golf Club: A Test of Skill
The Bell Bank “Pay it Forward” Collegiate will be played on the Blue Course at the Wigwam Golf Club, a par-71 course spanning 6,373 yards. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., and opened in 1965, the course is known for its small, elevated greens – a signature feature of Jones’ designs. This characteristic is shared with the neighboring Gold course at the Wigwam Golf Club.
Broncos Lineup and Recent Performance
Western Michigan will field a team of six golfers: Megha Vallabhaneni, Lauren Lupinek, Jenna Hayes, Macy Beeson, Danielle Daniy, and Bella Brooks. The team is looking to build upon their performance at the Morehead State SoCal Spring Invitational two weeks prior, where they finished eighth overall.
At the SoCal Spring Invitational, the Broncos demonstrated improvement throughout the tournament, culminating in their best team round of the event. Lupinek led the charge with a one-under-par 70 in the final round. Daniy carded a 72, while Vallabhaneni and Hayes both finished with 73s. The team’s overall score was 898 (+46).
Tournament Details and How to Follow
The tournament begins on Monday morning at 10:30 a.m. EST with two rounds, followed by a final round on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. EST. Live scoring can be followed at scoreboard.clippd.com.
FAQ
Q: Where is the Bell Bank “Pay it Forward” Collegiate being held?
A: The tournament is being held at the Wigwam Golf Club in Litchfield Park, Arizona.
Q: Which conference does Western Michigan University belong to?
A: Western Michigan University is a member of the Mid-American Conference.
Q: Who designed the Wigwam Blue Course?
A: The Wigwam Blue Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Q: How can I follow the tournament results?
A: You can follow live scoring at scoreboard.clippd.com.
