APSU Women's Golf Rallies to Defeat Murray State in Playoff at Jan Weaver Invitational

Governors overcome 13-stroke deficit with final-round 284 to clinch dramatic victory

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:59am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a women's golf tournament, with sharp, overlapping planes of vibrant greens, blues, and golds representing the course and uniforms.APSU's women's golf team overcame a 13-stroke deficit to clinch a dramatic playoff victory, showcasing their resilience and competitive spirit.Dothan Today

The Austin Peay State University (APSU) women's golf team staged a remarkable comeback on Sunday, erasing a 13-stroke deficit with a final-round 4-under 284 to defeat Murray State in a playoff and win the Jan Weaver Invitational at Miller Memorial Golf Course in Murray, Kentucky.

Why it matters

This victory marks the Governors' second tournament win of the season and showcases the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The comeback also sets them up well heading into the upcoming Atlantic Sun Conference Championship.

The details

Trailing by 13 strokes after the opening day, the Governors surged behind a 4-under 68 from Ella Arnzen and a 3-under 69 from Jordin Cowing to pull even with the Racers and force a playoff. Austin Peay then secured the victory on the extra hole, earning the tournament title.

  • The final round was played on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
  • The Atlantic Sun Conference Championship will take place April 17-19, 2026 in Dothan, Alabama.

The players

Ella Arnzen

APSU golfer who shot a 4-under 68 in the final round to help the Governors rally.

Jordin Cowing

APSU golfer who shot a 3-under 69 in the final round to help the Governors rally.

Jillian Breedlove

APSU golfer who shot a final-round 76 to finish in ninth place.

Abby Hirtzel

APSU golfer who shot a final-round 74 to finish in a tie for 12th place.

Makenna Cox

APSU golfer who shot a final-round 73 to finish in a tie for 18th place.

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What they’re saying

“This was a huge win for our team. To come back from 13 strokes down and win in a playoff shows the kind of fight and determination this group has.”

— Robbie Wilson, APSU Women's Golf Head Coach

What’s next

The Austin Peay State University women's golf team will compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference Championship, April 17th-19th, at the Dothan Country Club in Dothan, Alabama.

The takeaway

The APSU women's golf team's dramatic comeback victory at the Jan Weaver Invitational demonstrates their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, positioning them well for the upcoming Atlantic Sun Conference Championship.