The Nebraska women’s golf team will kick off its 2026-27 season in Texas at The Bruzzy, hosted by the University of North Texas from September 8-9. The tournament features an 11-team field, including notable competitors from the Big Ten Conference and NCAA regional qualifiers.
Event Details:
- Where: Trophy Club, Texas
- Course: Trophy Club CC (Par 72, 6,351 Yards)
- Schedule:
- Sept. 8: Rounds 1 & 2 – 8:30 a.m. (CT) Shotgun Start
- Sept. 9: Round 3 – 8:30 a.m. (CT) Shotgun Start
- Live Scoring: Live Scoring Link
Participating Teams:
- University of North Texas
- Texas A&M
- Oklahoma
- Texas Tech
- BYU
- Illinois
- Nebraska
- Texas State
- Xavier
- UTSA
- ULM
Nebraska Lineup:
- Lauren Thiele (Gr.)
- Hannah Kono (Sr.)
- Ailis Tribolet (So.)
- Kaleigh Babineaux (So.)
- Olivia Lovegrove (Jr.)
Key Player Highlights:
- Lauren Thiele: Graduate student from Wahoo, Neb., with a 73.94 stroke average from last season.
- Hannah Kono: Senior from Sweden, leading with a 73.13 stroke average, aiming for a breakout season.
- Ailis Tribolet: Sophomore from Arizona, notable performances in her freshman year.
- Kaleigh Babineaux: Another standout sophomore, strong average of 73.15.
- Olivia Lovegrove: Junior who has shown consistent improvement.
Coaching Staff:
Head Coach Breanne Hall is in her second season, bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success from her prior coaching stint.
Notable Achievements:
- The Huskers claimed their first team title since 2023 at the SoCal Spring Invitational earlier this year.
- Former player Kate Smith-Stroh is currently competing on the LPGA Tour.
The Nebraska women’s golf team is poised to make a significant impact this season, blending experienced players with emerging talent under Hall’s leadership.
