Phoenix, March 25, 2026
The Sun Devil Women’s Golf team is proving its mettle by holding onto the No. 3 position at the PING/ASU Invitational, with a two-day total of 566, 10 strokes under par. Freshman Fai Rubrong is tied for second individually, while the tournament continues at Papago Golf Club. USC leads the event, showcasing competitive team standings and notable individual performances.
Phoenix, Arizona
Sun Devil Women’s Golf maintained its No. 3 spot on Tuesday, March 24, heading into the final day of the PING/ASU Invitational at Papago Golf Club. The Arizona State team, nationally ranked 23rd, concluded the second round with a total score of 566, ten strokes under par. The tournament, hosted by Arizona State, features a field of 15 teams.
Team Standings
No. 2 USC leads the competition at 24-under par with a total of 552 strokes after two rounds. Baylor holds the second position, 11 strokes behind USC, with a total of 563, 13 strokes under par. The Sun Devils are paired with both USC and Baylor for Wednesday’s final round, which is scheduled for an 8:00 a.m. MST shotgun start.
Individual Performances
Freshman Fai Rubrong of Arizona State continues her impressive performance, sitting in a tie for second place individually. She carded a four-under 68 in the second round, bringing her two-day total to 138, six strokes under par. Rubrong is currently four strokes behind the individual leader, Catherine Park of USC, who leads with a 134 total, ten strokes under par, following a six-under 66 in the second round. Senior Beth Coulter also contributed for the Sun Devils, improving her standing into the top-20 individually with a one-under 71 in the second round, bringing her total to 143, one stroke under par. Other notable Sun Devil individual scores after two rounds include Paula Schulz-Hanssen at three-under 141, Johanna Axelsen at even-par 144, Isla McDonald-O’Brien at three-over 147, and Kate Dillon (competing as an individual) at one-over 145.
Tournament Details
The PING/ASU Invitational is the 53rd edition of the event and runs from March 23-25, 2026. The tournament is played on the par-72, 6,570-yard course at Papago Golf Club.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the current standing of Sun Devil Women’s Golf at the PING/ASU Invitational?
- Sun Devil Women’s Golf maintained its No. 3 spot on Tuesday, March 24, heading into the final day of the PING/ASU Invitational.
- Where is the PING/ASU Invitational being held?
- The PING/ASU Invitational is being held at Papago Golf Club in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Who is the individual leader at the PING/ASU Invitational?
- Catherine Park of USC is the individual leader with a total of 134, ten strokes under par.
- How is Fai Rubrong performing at the tournament?
- Freshman Fai Rubrong of Arizona State is tied for second place individually with a two-day total of 138, six strokes under par.
- When is the final round of the PING/ASU Invitational?
- The final round of the PING/ASU Invitational is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with an 8:00 a.m. MST shotgun start.
Key Features of the PING/ASU Invitational (After Round 2)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tournament Dates | March 23-25, 2026 |
| Location | Papago Golf Club, Phoenix, Arizona |
| Host | Arizona State University |
| Sun Devil Team Standing | No. 3 spot |
| Sun Devil Score (After Round 2) | 566 (-10) |
| Leading Team | No. 2 USC (-24, 552) |
| Top Sun Devil Individual | Fai Rubrong (Tied 2nd, -6, 138) |
| Individual Leader | Catherine Park (USC, -10, 134) |
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