IRVINE, Calif. – UC Irvine Anteaters women’s golf announced the signing of Chloe Chien as an incoming freshman for the 2027-28 season, head coach Margo Dionisio revealed.
Chien, an Irvine native and member of the Class of 2027 at Crean Lutheran High School, has established herself as a prominent junior golfer with rankings including No. 67 in TUGR, No. 54 in the Junior Golf Scoreboard, and No. 38 in Junior Golf Hub.
As the captain of her varsity golf team during the 2026-27 season, Chien earned several accolades, such as All-Orange County Second Team in 2025 and First Team All-League honors across multiple leagues from 2023 to 2026. She played a key role in Crean Lutheran’s CIF Division 2 team championship in 2023-24.
In 2026, Chien recorded two top-five finishes and additional top-10 placements in AJGA events. She also performed well in the SCPGA Toyota Tour Cup with notable finishes and qualified for both the SCGA Women’s Amateur and the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf Championship.
Off the course, Chien has held numerous leadership positions, including serving on her high school’s Student Athlete Leadership Team and ASB in various capacities, as well as community involvement roles.
“I am incredibly excited to welcome Chloe to our program,” said head coach Margo Dionisio. “She has built an impressive junior golf resume, and I am confident her experience and talent will make an immediate impact on our team. Beyond her abilities on the course, I believe she has the leadership qualities and character to help elevate our team culture and push our program forward.”
CSB Take
Chloe Chien’s addition to the UC Irvine Anteaters women’s golf team strengthens the program’s depth with a highly ranked local talent. Her junior golf achievements and leadership experience position her to contribute effectively in NCAA competition. Bringing someone familiar with Southern California’s competitive golf scene can also enhance the Anteaters’ recruiting and team dynamics as they prepare for future seasons.
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