Carson-Newman Women’s Golf Claims Fifth in Wendy’s Invitational

CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Carson-Newman women’s golf team finished in fifth place in the Wendy’s Invitational at Coosaw Creek Golf Club on Tuesday with a two-round total of 629 (+61).

The Lady Eagles tallied a second-round score of 313 and were the top Division II finisher in the tournament field, which included mostly Division I competition.

Coastal Carolina shot a one-over 285 on Tuesday to capture the team championship with a two-round total of 586. Coastal Carolina’s Aruka Felgueroso fired a five-under 66 on the final day to take home medalist honors.

C-N senior Sarah Jane Sinard (Jefferson City, Tenn.) shaved off five strokes from her first round score and turned in a one-over 72 to finish the tournament in a tie for sixth with a 149 (+7). Lady Eagle sophomore Erica Ray (Maryville, Tenn.) entered the clubhouse with a 78 on Tuesday, giving her a two-day total of 153 to finish in a tie for 10th.

Jessica Tarbet (Corryton, Tenn.) tied for 31st with a 162, while Jennifer Oliver (Knoxville, Tenn.) (170) and Melanie Manis (Louisville, Tenn.) (171) finished in a tie for 51st and 53rd, respectively, for the Lady Eagles.

The final round of the Wendy’s Invitational wrapped up the fall portion of the Lady Eagles’ schedule.