BY KARIMA ABOUELKHIR
Girls golf achieved a 8-5 record this season. The team got hot and won six consecutive matches in the middle of the season.
Despite a slow start, the girls bounced back and racked up wins against tough teams. “The key to the team’s winning streak this season has been that we all collectively want to keep winning and continuing to prove ourselves,” said Emma Wong.
The team secured their first win against Sayreville by a large margin of 177-242. “I shot a 38, which was the lowest score I had ever shot at the time. That round gave me confidence, and since then I’ve shot a 38 two more times and have been consistently shooting around that number,” said Wong. “It really showed me how much my game has improved this season.”
At The Rose Golf Course, the team triumphed against Mother Seton with a score of 175-246. “We shot our lowest score ever in a home match and it was a huge accomplishment for the team. It felt so fulfilling to be about to achieve such a score,” said junior Kate Hazel. “The whole team had a sense of pride after our match.”
Against Edison, the girls maintained their streak and hit personal bests. “I shot a 39 and hit a birdie on the 9th hole. This was one of the lowest scores I’ve had at the Rose. It felt amazing, as I’ve been working hard to improve my game,” said junior Tyla Lovetere. “It felt like every area of practice finally paid off.”
While the team’s rise to 26th place in the state made history, the memories they formed made the season just as memorable. “A highlight for me has been just getting outside everyday staying active with my best friends while also accomplishing so much,” said senior Claire Kodros.
Senior Emma Wong, who has consistently scored low all season, has played on the team since her freshman year. “This last season means a lot to me because it’s my last chance to compete with my team and represent our program,” said Wong. “It’s special knowing all the hard work over the past four years has led up to this point, especially since I’m playing some of my best golf right now.”
The girls placed fourth in the GMC tournament with a score of 365, and Emma Wong finished in ninth place individually. “All the girls are so close knit, and it makes playing so enjoyable that winning just comes hand in hand,” said Hazel.
Posted on June 2, 2026
Photos by Lisa Tooley
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