Litchfield Park, Arizona, February 13, 2026
The Northern Illinois University women’s golf team finished 8th at the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate held in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Sophomore Mia Raines led the team by placing 11th individually, while Dakota Tallent followed closely in 16th place. The tournament saw intense competition among 15 teams, with NIU posting a final score of 895 strokes, 43 over par. Head Coach Kim Kester praised the consistent performances of Raines and Tallent, highlighting the team’s improvement as they continue their season.
Litchfield Park, Arizona – The Northern Illinois University (NIU) women’s golf team concluded the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate with an 8th place finish. The tournament, hosted by Bowling Green State University, spanned two days of intense competition, wrapping up on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Team and Individual Highlights
Two Huskies distinguished themselves by securing spots within the top-25 individual standings at the challenging Wigwam Resort – Blue Course.
Sophomore Mia Raines led the Huskies, achieving a tie for 11th place. She finished the event 5-over par and notably concluded her tournament with an eagle on the final hole.
Fellow sophomore Dakota Tallent also delivered a strong performance, tying for 16th place with a score of 7-over par.
Tournament Overview
The NIU team collectively posted a final score of 895 strokes, which was 43 strokes over par, in a field of 15 competing teams. Their most effective play came during the third round on Wednesday, where they recorded a team score of 296, 12 over par.
NIU Head Coach Kim Kester acknowledged the consistent play from Raines and Tallent, noting the positive progress the team is making towards achieving higher standings.
Other Huskies Performances
Additional notable performances for the Huskies included freshman Emile Chile, who tied for 30th place at 12-over par. Graduate student Caroline Kent tied for 55th with a score of 20-over par, and sophomore Alexa Ouellet finished in a tie for 59th place at 22-over par.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When did the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate take place?
- The BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate took place on Tuesday, February 10 and Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
- Where was the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate held?
- The BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate was held at the Wigwam Resort – Blue Course in Litchfield Park, Arizona.
- What was the NIU women’s golf team’s final standing at the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate?
- The Northern Illinois University (NIU) women’s golf team finished in 8th place at the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate.
- Which NIU golfers finished in the top-25?
- Sophomore Mia Raines tied for 11th place and sophomore Dakota Tallent tied for 16th place.
- What was NIU’s final team score at the tournament?
- NIU finished with a final score of 895 strokes, 43 strokes over par.
Key Features of the BGSU Women’s Intercollegiate Performance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Team Finish | 8th place |
| Tournament Location | Wigwam Resort – Blue Course, Litchfield Park, Arizona |
| Tournament Dates | February 10-11, 2026 |
| Number of Teams | 15 |
| NIU Total Score | 895 strokes (+43 over par) |
| Top NIU Performer | Mia Raines (Tied for 11th, 5-over par) |
| Second Top NIU Performer | Dakota Tallent (Tied for 16th, 7-over par) |
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