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Stevenson Led IHSA State Golf Finals

Stevenson High School topped the leaderboard after the first round of the Class 2A tournament in Forsyth.

Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Golf

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Stevenson High School leads the IHSA Class 2A state golf finals at Hickory Point after shooting a first-round team total of 295. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Stevenson High School secured the lead at the IHSA Class 2A state golf finals with a team score of 295. The tournament is currently being held at Hickory Point Golf Course.

Why it matters

The first-round performance dictates which teams advance to the final day of the state championship. Programs like Benet, Normal University, and Prospect saw their seasons conclude after missing the cut.

Stevenson holds a commanding lead with a 295 team score, ahead of Lincoln-Way East at 303. Taylor Miller leads individual scoring with a 66, while Alia Brazeau and Ally Suhre each posted 70.

The players

Stevenson High School

This educational institution in Illinois operates a competitive golf program that competes in the IHSA Class 2A division.

Taylor Miller

This golfer leads the individual standings after recording a 66 during the first round of the tournament.

The details

Stevenson players Nanette Song and Victoria Shao contributed scores of 72 and 73, respectively, to maintain the team's position. The field of 12 teams saw Barrington and Hinsdale Central record scores of 307, with Fremd finishing at 319.

Timeline

  1. The first round of the state golf finals occurred on October 9, 2026.

  2. The second round of the state finals occurs on October 10, 2026.

Season Trajectory

The first round establishes the final pairings for the concluding day of the IHSA Class 2A state golf finals. Success here significantly improves a school's position to secure a state title as the field is narrowed for the final round.

Stevenson holds a 12-stroke cushion over the primary chase pack heading into the second round. The elimination of Benet, Normal University, and Prospect ensures that only the top-tier qualifiers remain in the hunt for the trophy.

The takeaway

Maintaining composure in the final round is essential to converting a first-day lead into a state championship victory. Players will need to navigate the pressure of the cut and the heightened stakes of the final day to secure their individual and team titles.

What happens next

The second and final round of the IHSA Class 2A state golf finals is scheduled to take place on October 10, 2026, at Hickory Point Golf Course.

Further reading

For more updates on high school tournament results, visit Golf.

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