The University of San Francisco women’s golf team is set to conclude its fall schedule by competing in The Clash at Boulder Creek tournament from October 25 to 27, 2026, at Boulder Creek Golf Club in Boulder City, Nevada. The 54-hole, three-day event will mark the final competition for the Dons this fall.
The team enters the tournament following a 10th-place finish at the Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational in Lawrence, Kansas, where they finished at 78-over-par. Sophomore Melia Gustavson led the Dons by tying for 22nd place at 11-over-par with rounds of 76, 75 and 76. Junior Jillian Leh tied for 34th at 15-over-par, while freshman Emily Guan tied for 39th at 16-over-par.
The Dons have battled injuries throughout the fall season, but head coach Sara Doell expressed optimism about the roster depth and the contributions expected from other players in Boulder City. “It has been a tough fall for us with some injuries but we have members of our ‘stay ready crew’ that are stepping up to represent us,” Doell said. “I am looking forward to seeing how we can bounce back and go into the offseason with some confidence!”
The tournament begins Sunday, October 25, continuing Monday and concluding Tuesday. San Francisco aims to finish the fall season strong and carry momentum into the spring schedule.
CSB Take
The University of San Francisco women’s golf team’s determination to overcome injury challenges highlights the resilience and depth within the program. Coach Sara Doell’s confidence in her roster’s “stay ready crew” underscores the emerging talent that could shape future success. Closing the fall with a strong showing at The Clash at Boulder Creek is crucial for the Dons to build confidence and set a positive tone for their spring campaign.
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