Sophia Luna

Women's Golf

Luna, Duarte Go Low as Highlanders Stay in Contention in Hawai’i

LAHAINA, Hawai'i – UC Riverside continued its strong showing at the Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational, led by standout rounds from Sophia Luna and Mitzi Duarte on Tuesday at the Royal Kaanapali Course. The Highlanders posted a team total of 291 (+3) in round two, to move into eighth place overall at 582 (+6) through 36 holes amongst a field of 17 teams.

HOW IT HAPPENED

  • Sophia Luna was sharp, carding a 3-under 69, vaulting 12 spots up the leaderboard into a tie for 12th. Her round included four birdies and an eagle on the par-5 18th.
  • Mitzi Duarte fired a 2-under 70 with five birdies, moving seven spots up to the 17th position. 
  • Maleyna Gregorio recorded a 74 (+2), providing solid support to the Highlanders.
  • Janna Andaya posted a 77 (+5) after bouncing back from a difficult front nine. 
  • Sofia Vargas shot a 78 (+6) placing her tied for 78th.
  • Follow live scoring here

NOTABLES

  • Luna, Duarte, and Gregorio improved on yesterday's scores and jumped multiple spots on the leaderboard. 
  • UCR continues to lead several strong programs, including No. 47 ranked UC Davis, Sam Houston, and Fresno State.

UP NEXT

  • UC Riverside wraps up play at the Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational on Wednesday, March 26, looking to climb further up the leaderboard in the final round at the Royal Kaanapali Course.

Players Mentioned

Maleyna Gregorio

Maleyna Gregorio

5' 2"
Junior
Janna Andaya

Janna Andaya

5' 5"
Sophomore
Mitzi Duarte

Mitzi Duarte

5' 7"
Sophomore
Sofia Vargas

Sofia Vargas

5' 9"
Freshman
Sophia Luna

Sophia Luna

5' 6"
Freshman

Players Mentioned

Maleyna Gregorio

Maleyna Gregorio

5' 2"
Junior
Janna Andaya

Janna Andaya

5' 5"
Sophomore
Mitzi Duarte

Mitzi Duarte

5' 7"
Sophomore
Sofia Vargas

Sofia Vargas

5' 9"
Freshman
Sophia Luna

Sophia Luna

5' 6"
Freshman