UNC Asheville Women’s Golf Team Prepares for New Season

Clemson, South Carolina, August 25, 2025

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The UNC Asheville women’s golf team kicks off its season at the Tiger Classic in Clemson, SC. After a successful previous season, including a second-place conference ranking, the Bulldogs aim to build on their achievements. Key players like Caroline Patterson and several new recruits will contribute to the team’s efforts in the upcoming tournaments.

Clemson, South Carolina – The UNC Asheville women’s golf team officially kicks off its 2025-26 season on Monday, August 25, 2025, by competing in the Tiger Classic hosted by Clemson. This tournament marks an important start for the Bulldogs as they look to build upon a successful previous season.

Last year, the Bulldogs achieved a significant milestone by advancing to match play of the Big South Conference Championship for only the second time in the program’s history. They entered the tournament with a remarkable No. 2 seed, their highest ranking in conference competition to date. The team’s performance underscores their competitive edge as they look forward to the new season.

A key player for Asheville this season is Caroline Patterson, who was named Newcomer of the Year last season. Patterson excelled at the conference championship, finishing in fifth place and earning a place on the All-Championship team. Throughout the previous season, she maintained a 73.06 stroke average, ranking second in the league, and secured eight Top 10 finishes in various tournaments. Notably, she was the Medalist at The Velvet Classic with an impressive score of 1-over 217.

Asheville returns several sophomores from last season, including Jordyn Arts and Kate Bennett. Arts participated in 10 tournaments last year, finishing with an average stroke count of 80.5. On the other hand, Bennett competed in five tournaments, with her best finish being 15th at the Huntsville.org Intercollegiate, recording scores of 72, 79, and 81.

This season, the Bulldogs welcome five newcomers, adding depth and diverse talent to their roster:

• Pennie Osterberg – transfer from Limestone
• Sydney Craven – transfer from North Colorado
• Breanna Hoese – transfer from Longwood
• Lauren Madson – transfer from Kansas
• Carly Sherman – freshman from Bastrop, Texas

The Tiger Classic features 11 teams competing from nine NCAA Division I conferences, promising a competitive environment for the Bulldogs. The tournament will comprise 36 holes of action, with a shotgun start scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Fans of the team can follow the live scoring for the Tiger Classic available on ClemsonTigers.com through Scoreboard by Clippd.

Last season, the Bulldogs had their home tournament canceled due to adverse weather conditions, adding extra motivation for the team to perform well in the upcoming season. Under the guidance of Head Coach Ross Cash, the Bulldogs are eager to leverage both their returning athletes and new recruits as they set their sights on a successful campaign.

The schedule for the 2025-26 season includes six fall tournaments and six spring tournaments, offering numerous opportunities for the team to showcase their skills and compete against other programs.

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Additional Resources

• UNC Asheville Women’s Golf Tees Off 2025-26 Season
• Clemson Hosts Tiger Classic
• UNC Asheville Women’s Golf Releases 2025-26 Schedule
• Wikipedia: Women’s Golf
• Google Search: UNC Asheville Women’s Golf

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