BOULDER CITY, Nev. — The California Baptist University women’s golf team concluded its fall season with a fifth-place finish at The Clash tournament on October 27, 2026. This result marked the Lancers’ fourth straight top-five placement in their fall schedule, which included four tournaments.
The team posted scores of 7-under par in the opening round, 4-under in the second round, and 2-under in the final round, competing against 19 teams. Senior captain Pusanisa Ekkantrong tied for eighth place at 7-under par, recording 1-under par in the final round, which was her second-best finish of the fall.
Sophomore Shuyi Cao tied for tenth at 6-under par. She shot even par in the final round and recorded an eagle on hole nine. Cao tied for third in the 36-hole scoring and fourth in the 54-hole scoring categories for California Baptist University, earning the CBU Feather Fight Award after leading the team with 12 birdies and one eagle during the tournament.
Freshman Crista Miñoza posted her first under-par round in college by shooting 1-under par in the final round, finishing tied for 50th place overall at 4-over par with an eagle on hole 13. Senior Burberry Zhang earned the CBU Clutch Award after shooting 1-over par across her final four holes. Additional contributors included juniors Lisa Shimmon and Nana Ishikawa, sophomore Kornchanok Triyakul, senior Damini Ghanshyani, and junior Abby Abarcas.
Head coach Marc Machado praised the team’s consistent performance and dedication throughout the fall season, highlighting their commitment to “The Standard” and noted the bond developed as nine golfers competed in the event. The team is scheduled to return to competition in the spring at the SoCal Ryder Cup, a dual meet against CSU Fullerton on February 2, 2027, in Riverside.
CSB Take
California Baptist University women’s golf demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the fall season by securing a top-five finish in all four tournaments. Leadership from senior captain Pusanisa Ekkantrong and strong performances from players such as Shuyi Cao and Crista Miñoza underscore the team’s depth and potential. This foundation positions the Lancers well as they prepare to compete in the spring season, suggesting further growth and success ahead.
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