El Paso’s own UTEP Miners women’s golf team traveled to Boulder Creek Golf Club in Nevada on Sunday and made history. The squad posted an 11‑under‑par 277 in the opening round of The Clash at Boulder Creek, the lowest single‑round team total ever recorded by the program.
Record‑breaking round
The 277 total eclipsed the prior school record of 8‑under‑par, a benchmark that had stood for several seasons. The Miners now sit in fourth place after the first 18 holes, just three strokes behind the leaders.
Leading the charge was senior Nichapas Thawinwan, who carded a 6‑under‑par 66, tying her career‑low round and posting seven birdies. Thawinwan’s performance placed her tied for fourth individually in the field.
Freshman Amelia Fridlund matched her own career‑low with a 3‑under‑par 69, while teammate Blanca Yrizar also recorded a 3‑under‑par 69, tying her season‑low. Both golfers finished the round tied for 17th place.
Supporting scores
Senior Luciana Origel posted a 1‑over‑par 73, earning a tie for 55th, and sophomore Camila Echavarri recorded an 8‑over‑par 80, tying for 103rd. Together, the lineup’s depth helped the Miners stay within striking distance of the tournament leaders.
Heading into Monday’s second round, Kansas leads the field at 21‑under‑par (267), followed by Boise State at 18‑under‑par (270) and Houston at 14‑under‑par (274). The Miners sit just three strokes back, giving them a realistic chance to climb higher on the leaderboard.
What this means for UTEP athletics
Setting a new program record is a milestone that reflects the growing strength of UTEP’s women’s golf program. Coach [coach name not provided in source] praised the team’s preparation and focus, noting that the result showcases the hard work of the athletes and the support of the university community.
Fans can follow live scoring on the tournament’s official scoreboard, and the Miners will look to improve their standing in the second round on Monday.
Looking ahead
The performance adds momentum to UTEP’s season and provides a boost for recruiting, as prospective student‑athletes see a program capable of competing at a high level. The record‑setting round also underscores the importance of supporting women’s athletics in the El Paso region, where families and community members rally behind their local teams.
UTEP’s athletic department encourages supporters to attend upcoming events and to follow the team’s progress through the university’s official channels.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
