Purdue Fort Wayne to Host inaugural Hammock Beach Invitational in Florida
PALM COAST, Fla. – The Purdue Fort Wayne women’s golf team is set to host its first-ever Hammock Beach Invitational, a 36-hole tournament taking place Thursday and Friday at the Hammock Beach Resort.
Mastodons Tee Off at inaugural event
The tournament will be a “play 5, take 4” format, with teams fielding five golfers and counting the four lowest scores for each round. The course will play at 5,995 yards.
The Field of competitors
Joining Purdue Fort Wayne in the competition are UIC, Indiana State, Stonehill, Bryant, Bethune-Cookman, and Chicago State.
Mastodon Lineup
Representing Purdue Fort Wayne in the team score will be Olivia Jang, Hunar Mittal, Natalie Papa, Lillian Gottman, and Lara Dommach. Louise Ekesall and Lillie Cone will compete as individuals.
Course Overview: Conservatory Course at Hammock Beach Resort
The Hammock beach Resort’s Conservatory Course, designed by Tom Watson, features sparkling streams, waterfalls, and intricate stonework.The design pays homage to British links-style golf, making it a challenging and visually stunning course.
High Expectations for Purdue Fort Wayne
The Mastodons were selected third in the Horizon League Preseason Poll.This is the program’s highest-ever preseason ranking in the league.
Key Players to Watch
Hunar Mittal is coming off a strong performance at the Horizon League Championships, where she finished seventh – the second-highest finish for a Mastodon in a league championship in the last 10 years.
Olivia Jang boasts the best scoring average in program history (76.66) and the highest winning percentage (78.0%). She was also recently named Horizon League Golfer of the Week after a runner-up finish at the Islander Classic, where she shot 75-72-77-224.
Mastodons’ Recent Performance
Purdue Fort wayne finished third at the NKU Spring fling,with Lillian Gottman and Lara Dommach securing top-five finishes.
Looking Ahead
Following the Hammock Beach invitational,Purdue Fort Wayne will travel to Batavia,Ohio,to compete in NKU’s The Julie on march 23-24.
Live Results
Fans can follow live scoring throughout the tournament at Live Results.
* How does the ”play 5, take 4″ format influence team strategy and individual golfer performance during the tournament?
Purdue Fort Wayne to Host inaugural Hammock Beach Invitational: Q&A
Get ready for Purdue Fort Wayne’s (PFW) historic moment – hosting the first-ever Hammock Beach Invitational! This article breaks down everything you need to know about the upcoming women’s golf tournament in florida. Here’s a quick Q&A to keep you in the know:
Q&A: Your Guide to the Hammock Beach Invitational
Q: When and where is the tournament taking place?
A: The Hammock Beach Invitational is a 36-hole tournament held at the Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Florida. The event runs Thursday and Friday.
Q: What’s the format of the competition?
A: It’s a “play 5, take 4” format. Each team fields five golfers, and the four lowest scores from each round are counted towards the team’s total.The course will play at 5,995 yards.
Q: Which teams are competing?
A: Alongside Purdue Fort Wayne,the field includes UIC,Indiana State,Stonehill,Bryant,Bethune-Cookman,and Chicago State.
Q: Who are the key PFW players to watch?
A: Keep an eye on Hunar Mittal, who recently had a strong performance and Olivia Jang, who holds program records for scoring average and winning percentage. Plus, Lillian Gottman and Lara Dommach recently finished in the top five at the NKU Spring Fling.
Q: What’s special about the course?
A: The Conservatory Course, designed by Tom Watson, is known for its British links-style layout. It features streams, waterfalls, and intricate stonework, promising a challenging and visually appealing experience for the players.
Q: Where can I follow live scores?
A: You can follow live scoring throughout the tournament at Live Results.
Q: What are the Mastodons’ chances?
A: The Mastodons are coming into the season with high expectations, having been selected third in the Horizon League preseason Poll, their highest-ever preseason ranking.
Q: What’s next for Purdue Fort Wayne after this event?
A: The team will travel to Batavia, ohio, to compete in NKU’s The Julie on March 23-24.
This tournament marks a significant moment for Purdue Fort wayne women’s golf. Be sure to follow the live results and cheer on the Mastodons as they aim to make a mark at the inaugural Hammock Beach Invitational!
