UNC Asheville Women’s Golf Team Prepares for Velvet Classic

Paducah, Kentucky, September 15, 2025

News Summary

The UNC Asheville women’s golf team is gearing up for the Velvet Classic in Paducah, Kentucky. After a strong second-place finish at the Tiger Classic, where they set a new team record, the Bulldogs aim to continue their success. Notable performances include Lauren Madson’s impressive debut, earning her Big South Women’s Golfer of the Week recognition. With head coach Ross Cash leading the team and their recent achievements, Asheville looks forward to building on their early-season momentum in the upcoming tournament.

Paducah, Kentucky – The UNC Asheville women’s golf team is set to compete in the Velvet Classic hosted by Murray State on September 15-16, 2025, following a strong start to their season. In their opening tournament, the Tiger Classic, held on August 25, the Bulldogs showcased their skills by finishing in second place among 11 teams, marking a promising beginning to the 2025-26 season.

The Bulldogs displayed impressive talent at the Tiger Classic, finishing with a total score of 574 (-2). Their performance included shooting 5-over par in the first 18 holes but rebounding with an astounding 7-under par on the back half of the 36-hole event. Notably, Asheville’s second-round score of 281 (-7) was not only pivotal for their success but also set a new benchmark as the lowest round ever recorded in the team’s history. This achievement marked a significant milestone as it was the first time the team finished a tournament under par.

One standout performer, Lauren Madson, made an impact in her debut, earning recognition as the Big South Women’s Golfer of the Week. She finished fifth out of 70 competitors with a score of 4-under par (73-67), also setting a new program record with her two-round total of 140 (-4). Madson was among only three golfers to score an eagle during the tournament, enhancing her season debut’s significance.

Last year at the Velvet Classic, Caroline Patterson claimed the individual championship and helped lead her team to a second-place finish. As the reigning Newcomer of the Year with an average stroke rate of 73.06, Patterson returns to the lineup this year, bolstering Asheville’s chances for success at the upcoming tournament.

The Bulldogs have scheduled a total of six fall tournaments, including the Velvet Classic, followed by another six in the spring. After Paducah, the team will compete next in the Golfweek Red Sky Classic in Wolcott, Colorado.

Guided by Head Coach Ross Cash, the team anticipates a competitive season with a balanced mix of returners and new talent. This season, Asheville has welcomed five newcomers, including transfers from various institutions. As the season progresses, fans can follow the team’s updates and performances through the official Asheville Women’s Golf Twitter account.

The upcoming Velvet Classic promises to be a significant event for the Bulldogs as they seek to build on their early-season successes and establish themselves as formidable competitors in collegiate women’s golf.

Key Facts

• Event: Velvet Classic
• Date: September 15-16, 2025
• Location: Paducah, Kentucky
• Previous Tournament: Tiger Classic
• Performance: Finished 2nd with a total score of 574 (-2)
• Second-round Score: 281 (-7) – New program record
• Top Performer: Lauren Madson – 4-under par
• Upcoming Tournaments: Golfweek Red Sky Classic
• Coach: Ross Cash

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• UNC Asheville Women’s Golf Heads to Kentucky for Velvet Classic
• Wikipedia: Women’s Golf
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• Google Search: UNC Asheville Women’s Golf
• UNC Asheville Athletics Announces Multi-Year Contract Extensions for Elizabeth Lykins and Ross Cash

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