LSU Women’s Golf Team Tied for Third Place
The Tigers finished the first 36 holes of the Haskins Intercollegiate at even par.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Golf
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LSU is tied with Pepperdine for third place in the Haskins Intercollegiate after completing the first 36 holes of the 54-hole tournament. The Tigers recorded a cumulative score of even par 576 at the Country Club of Columbus.
Why it matters
The team’s performance keeps them in contention heading into the final day of the 13-team event. A late lineup adjustment saw Josefin Widal replace Ryleigh Knaub, who was sidelined by illness.
LSU currently leads the 13-team field with 125 total pars. The team is also tied for fourth overall with 26 total birdies.
The players
LSU Women’s Golf Team
This collegiate team represents Louisiana State University in competitive NCAA golf.
Josefin Widal
A golfer for LSU who stepped into the lineup for this tournament to replace a teammate.
Auburn
The university golf program currently leading the field at the Haskins Intercollegiate.
The details
LSU carded a 2-over 290 in the morning round and improved to 2-under 286 during the afternoon. Individually, Josefin Widal leads the team efforts, sitting in a tie for 11th at 1-under par 143.
Timeline
LSU completed the first 36 holes of the tournament on Monday.
The tournament final round is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Season Trajectory
This performance positions the Tigers as strong contenders as the field moves toward the final round of the Haskins Intercollegiate. Strong finishes in events like this are essential for improving team standing in national rankings as the season progresses.
LSU enters Tuesday’s final round trailing tournament leader Auburn by 16 strokes. The team currently holds a share of third place, keeping them ahead of several other programs in the 13-team field.
The takeaway
Maintaining consistency in par-shooting remains a primary factor in the team's high placement. Readers looking to improve their own play can analyze these stats to see how reducing bogeys often outweighs the need for high-risk birdie attempts.
What happens next
The final round of the Haskins Intercollegiate is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. local time on Tuesday at the Country Club of Columbus.
Further reading
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More information
For detailed round statistics and standings, view the live tournament scoring and results.
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