Daniel Island Invitational Set to Showcase Rising Women’s Golf Talent
The College of Charleston is set to host the Daniel Island Invitational at the Daniel Island Club from March 2nd to 3rd. The tournament promises a competitive field, featuring 15 teams, including several nationally ranked programs.
A Strong Field Converges on Charleston
Eight teams participating in the invitational are currently ranked within the top 100 NCAA programs according to Clippd rankings. These include NC State (46), College of Charleston (52), High Point (71), Xavier (80), Furman (82), Charlotte (83), Western Kentucky (88), and East Carolina (96). This concentration of talent underscores the growing popularity and competitiveness of women’s collegiate golf.
Daniel Island Club: A Premier Lowcountry Destination
The Daniel Island Club, which opened in 2001, is a well-respected venue in the Lowcountry golf scene. The club boasts two championship courses – Beresford Creek, designed by Tom Fazio, and Ralston Creek, designed by Rees Jones. Notably, the club previously hosted the Nationwide Tour Championship from 2009 to 2011, demonstrating its capacity to host high-level professional events.
Cougars Look to Build Momentum
The College of Charleston women’s golf team enters the tournament following a top-ten finish at the Spartan Sun Coast Invitational. Molly Hardwick led the Cougars at that event, earning CAA Golfer of the Week honors after carding an even-par round highlighted by a bogey-free back nine. Emilie von Finckenstein also contributed a strong performance, finishing in the top 20 with four birdies in her final round.
Tournament Details and Tee Times
The Daniel Island Invitational will be played over 54 holes, with 36 holes contested on Monday, March 2nd, beginning with an 8:45 a.m. Shotgun start. Tuesday, March 3rd, will feature a final 18 holes, also with a 9:00 a.m. Shotgun start. The course is a par-72, measuring 6,166 yards. Charleston will be paired with NC State and East Carolina for Monday’s opening round.
Competing Teams
The full list of competing teams includes: College of Charleston, NC State, Furman, Georgetown, Delaware, Coastal Carolina, East Carolina, Western Kentucky, High Point, Charlotte, Oral Roberts, Xavier, James Madison, Elon, and Charleston Southern.
NC State Lineup
NC State’s lineup features Marie Eline Madsen, Ellie Hildreth, Lindsay McGrath, Vania Simont, and Lea Ludwig. Leena Stephens will be competing as an individual.
Pro Tip:
Keep an eye on live scoring at https://scoreboard.clippd.com/tournaments/238738/scoring/participants to follow the action as it unfolds.
FAQ
Q: Where is the Daniel Island Invitational being held?
A: The tournament is being held at the Daniel Island Club in Charleston, S.C.
Q: When does the tournament start?
A: The tournament begins on Monday, March 2nd, with a shotgun start at 8:45 a.m.
Q: How many teams are participating?
A: You’ll see 15 teams competing in the Daniel Island Invitational.
Q: What is the course par and yardage?
A: The course is a par-72, measuring 6,166 yards.
Q: Who is competing for NC State?
A: Marie Eline Madsen, Ellie Hildreth, Lindsay McGrath, Vania Simont, Lea Ludwig, and Leena Stephens (individual).
Did you know? The Daniel Island Club has hosted professional golf events, including the Nationwide Tour Championship from 2009-2011.
Stay tuned for updates and results from the Daniel Island Invitational. For more in-depth coverage of collegiate golf, explore our other articles on the latest tournament news and player profiles.
