Austin Peay Women's Golf Took Tournament Lead

The team holds a five-stroke advantage heading into the final round of the Lady Red Wolves Classic.

Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Golf

Austin Peay Women's Golf Took Tournament Lead

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The Austin Peay State University women's golf team secured a five-shot lead after the first two rounds of the Lady Red Wolves Classic. The team finished with a 36-hole total of 571, the second-best performance in program history.

Why it matters

This performance places the Clarksville-based team in a strong position to secure a victory during the final round. Strong play from multiple team members has helped establish a significant gap over rivals Murray State and Arkansas State.

The Austin Peay squad recorded 36-hole scores of 288 and 283 at Sage Meadows Country Club. Individual leaders Jillian Breedlove and Abby Jimenez each carded scores of 141, with Jimenez shooting a second-round 68.

The players

Austin Peay State University

This public university located in Clarksville, Tennessee, fields several NCAA Division I athletic teams.

Jillian Breedlove

She is a member of the Austin Peay State University women's golf team currently tied for second in the tournament.

Abby Jimenez

A golfer for Austin Peay State University who carded a second-round 68 at the Lady Red Wolves Classic.

Abby Hirtzel

She is competing for Austin Peay State University and is aiming for her first top-10 finish of the fall season.

The details

The team's impressive 571 score keeps them ahead of the field in Jonesboro, AR. Additional scoring contributions included 144 from Abby Hirtzel, 145 from Ella Arnzen, 151 from Jordin Cowing, and 154 from Makenna Cox.

Timeline

  1. The first 36 holes were completed on October 12, 2026.

  2. The final round is scheduled to begin on October 13, 2026, at 8:00am.

Season Trajectory

This performance builds on the program's historical achievements and signals a high competitive ceiling for the fall season. A win would significantly bolster the team's standing heading into the remainder of their scheduled tournaments.

Abby Hirtzel is currently positioned to secure her first top-10 finish of the fall season based on her 36-hole score of 144. The team's five-shot lead provides them a crucial buffer as they enter the final 18 holes of play.

The takeaway

The team enters the final round with a clear statistical lead and high momentum. Maintaining this consistency will be essential for the squad to convert their 36-hole advantage into a tournament victory.

What happens next

The final round of the Lady Red Wolves Classic is scheduled for October 13, 2026, starting at 8:00am.

Further reading

For more information on team performance, visit the Golf section.

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