Bay Port and Kaukauna Qualified for State Golf
The two teams secured their spots by finishing first and second at the recent Division 1 sectional tournament.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Golf
Bay Port and Kaukauna have advanced to the Wisconsin state golf meet. Bay Port secured the top finish at the sectional tournament with a team score of 322, while Kaukauna followed to qualify with a 338.
Why it matters
Qualifying for the state meet represents the culmination of the postseason sectional process. These teams now move forward to compete at the state level in Madison.
Bay Port recorded a winning team score of 322, outpacing Kaukauna, which finished with a 338. Emma Cunningham earned medalist honors with an individual score of 71.
The players
Emma Cunningham
She earned medalist honors at the sectional tournament with a score of 71.
Bay Port
The high school team finished first in the Division 1 sectional tournament.
Kaukauna
The high school team secured second place at the sectional tournament to earn their state qualification.
The details
Avi Johnson and Myah Johnson each carded a 75 for their respective efforts, while Madelyn Gicius contributed a 78. Claire Schomm finished with an 84, followed by Emily Thoreson and Lauren Gustman who both shot 85.
Timeline
The sectional tournament took place on October 6, 2026.
The state golf meet begins on October 12, 2026.
The state golf meet concludes on October 13, 2026.
Season Trajectory
Advancing to the state meet at University Ridge Golf Course marks the final stage of the high school season. This placement alters the competitive landscape by narrowing the field to the top state performers.
The top-two finish guarantees these programs a roster appearance at the state meet held in Madison. Players will now prepare to navigate the specific course challenges at University Ridge.
The takeaway
Securing a state qualification requires consistent scoring across the entire team lineup during pressure-filled sectional rounds. Fans and players look ahead to the two-day state final to see how these sectional scores translate to the state championship course.
What happens next
The state golf meet will take place next Monday and Tuesday, October 12 and 13, 2026, at the University Ridge Golf Course in Madison.
Further reading
For more on the upcoming state tournament, visit Golf.
