Greenville, S.C., September 22, 2025

News Summary

The Alabama women’s golf team secured the team title at the Lady Paladin Invitational in Greenville, S.C. They finished with an impressive score of 18-under par. Harriet Lockley led the team as the individual medalist, with Ryan Flynn close behind. The team’s performance marked a strong season opener, showcasing their talents with multiple players finishing in the top 20. This event returns Alabama to a course where they last competed in 2002, emphasizing the team’s growth in collegiate golf.

Greenville, S.C. – Alabama Women’s Golf Team Wins Lady Paladin Invitational

The Alabama women’s golf team clinched the team title at the Lady Paladin Invitational held from September 19-21, 2025, in Greenville, South Carolina. The team finished the three-day, 54-hole tournament with an impressive score of 18-under par, totaling 846, thereby outperforming all competing teams.

Harriet Lockley led the team and was crowned the individual medalist, finishing with a score of 8-under par 208 (69-68-71). Following her in the individual rankings, Ryan Flynn secured second place at 7-under par 209 (67-70-72), delivering a strong performance for Alabama. Other notable finishes included Natachanok Tunwannarux, who placed 11th with a score of 3-under par 213 (72-70-71), and Mattison Frick, who came in 18th at even par 216 (74-70-72).

The tournament marked Alabama’s season opener, showcasing the team’s strengths with four players finishing in the top-20 on the leaderboard: Lockley (1st), Flynn (2nd), Tunwannarux (11th), and Frick (18th).

Tournament Highlights

The Lady Paladin Invitational took place at the Furman University Golf Course, featuring a par of 71 and a yardage of 6,331 yards. Alabama initially took the lead after the first round, finishing at 6-under par 282, with Flynn tied for first place at 5-under par 67. The team upheld its lead after the second round, accumulating a score of 16-under par 560 (282-278), with Flynn and Lockley tied for second place at 7-under par 137.

Alabama’s performance metrics during the tournament stood out, highlighted by the lowest average score on Par 4 holes and ranking second for the most birdies throughout the field. This successful outing came after the team’s last participation in the event in 2002, where they finished in 10th place.

Coach’s Legacy

Head coach Mic Potter expressed a deep connection with Furman University, where he coached for 22 years and was inducted into the Paladins Hall of Fame in 2022. The recent victory not only marks a successful return to this course but also establishes a strong foundation for the Alabama women’s golf season.

Final Standings

• 1st – Harriet Lockley (Alabama) – 8-under par 208
• 2nd – Ryan Flynn (Alabama) – 7-under par 209
• 11th – Natachanok Tunwannarux (Alabama) – 3-under par 213
• 18th – Mattison Frick (Alabama) – Even par 216

About the Lady Paladin Invitational

The Lady Paladin Invitational is an annual collegiate golf tournament that features prominent teams from across the nation. It provides a platform for golfers to showcase their skills in a competitive environment. This year’s event successfully highlighted the ongoing growth and talent of the Alabama women’s golf program.

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• Wikipedia
• Google Search: Alabama Women’s Golf

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