The Georgia Southern women’s golf team narrowly missed capturing the Sun Belt Championship title, finishing as runner-up after a closely contested match play final against Southern Miss at Lakewood Golf Club in Alabama.
In a match decided by the final pairing, Southern Miss edged the Eagles 3-1-1 to claim their first Sun Belt title since joining the conference. The final showdown reflected the fierce competition between the two programs.
Earlier in the day, Georgia Southern earned a hard-fought 3-2 semifinal victory against ULM. It was the second consecutive year the Eagles toppled the Warhawks in the semifinals, strengthening a growing postseason rivalry. Senior Loralie Cowart played a decisive role, clinching her 1UP match with a crucial two-putt on the 17th hole.
Final Match Highlights
- Louise Cuyvers (Southern Miss) defeated Mary Miller 2&1
- Taylor Trible added another win for Southern Miss with a 3&2 result
- Sun Belt individual champion Momoka Ando secured the title with a 2&1 victory
- Loralie Cowart won her second match of the day 3&2 over Alma Betoret de Salazar
- Louise Reau tied Elena Melich in a competitive matchup
Although they didn’t take home the trophy, the Eagles’ performance showcased their strength and depth. Their tenacity was evident throughout the championship, especially in the way they pushed Southern Miss to the brink in the final round.
Looking Ahead to NCAA Selection
Ranked No. 33 by Clippd before the tournament, Georgia Southern is now looking ahead to a possible at-large bid for the 2025 NCAA Championship. The NCAA Selection Show is scheduled for Monday, April 23 at 1 p.m. ET, where the Eagles hope to see their name called.
- Eight top-four finishes in nine Sun Belt Championships
- Coached by Emily Kuhfeld
- Positioned well for national postseason play
If selected, it will be another step forward for a Georgia Southern program continually building momentum and a national profile.
Catch more details and full recap at the official Georgia Southern Athletics site.
