Maria Jose “MJ” Barragan is a standout collegiate golfer for Brigham Young University, known for her consistency, competitiveness, and upward trajectory on the women’s golf scene. A native of Morelia, Mexico, Barragan has quickly become one of BYU’s most impactful players, combining sharp scoring with a calm mindset under pressure. She owns a career-low 18-hole score of 68 (4-under) and a lowest 54-hole score of 210 (−6), achieved at the 2024 Red Raider Invitational where she

Gabby Barker is a professional golfer known for her resilience, consistency, and purpose-driven approach to the game. A standout junior and collegiate competitor, Gabby built her foundation through years of high-level tournament play before turning professional and committing fully to the grind of tour golf. Since turning pro, Gabby has competed across multiple professional circuits, including the Epson Tour and various mini tours, steadily gaining experience at the highest

Haley Sturgeon is an accomplished golf professional and respected leader in Utah golf, recognized for her competitive excellence and advocacy for women’s golf. An inaugural member of the women’s golf team at Dixie State University (now Utah Tech), she was a two-time PacWest Conference Champion, Conference Player of the Year, and an All-American. She competed professionally on the Cactus Tour and is a seven-time Utah PGA Women’s Player of the Year (2019–2025), a four-time Wome

Mia Cesarek is a sophomore at Utah Tech University. Originally from Tucson, Arizona, she attended Catalina Foothills High School. Golf...

Dr. Sue Nyhus has played through a golfing path unique to her. She is the only player -- female or male -- to have qualified for and...

I'm excited to have Samantha represent Utah Tech University at this year’s Copper Rock Championship. This is such an exciting opportunity...

It is a pleasure to recommend Chloe Jang for the exemption to this incredible event and opportunity. Chloe portrays the traits and...

Siriporn “Orchid” Luangnam had dreams of attending Southern Utah University since she was 14 years old, and that dream became a reality...

Robin was born and raised in Nebraska.  Following graduating from the U. of Nebraska proceeded to coach there for 35yrs. 3 yrs as an...

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