Preseason Polls Released for 2026 Colorado High School Girls Golf Season

Defending champions Valor Christian, Riverdale Ridge, Holy Family, and Colorado Academy ranked No. 1 in their respective classes

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

The Colorado High School Activities Association has announced its preseason coaches' polls for the 2026 girls golf season. Defending state champions Valor Christian (5A), Riverdale Ridge (4A), Holy Family (3A) and Colorado Academy (2A) are ranked No. 1 in their respective classes in the preseason coaches' poll. The girls golf season culminates with the CHSAA State Championships on May 18 and 19.

Why it matters

The preseason polls provide an early look at the top teams expected to compete for state championships in the upcoming girls golf season. This helps build anticipation and interest among fans, players, and coaches as the season approaches.

The details

For girls golf, CHSAA compiles only a preseason coaches' poll. While Riverdale Ridge and Holy Family were first-time champions last year, Valor Christian is seeking its fifth consecutive title and Colorado Academy is trying for an eighth all-time championship. The 5A tournament will be held at Thorn Creek Golf Course in Thornton, the 4A tournament at The Bridges in Montrose, the 3A tournament at Foothills Golf Course in Denver, and the 2A tournament at Lone Tree Country Club.

  • The girls golf season culminates with the CHSAA State Championships on May 18 and 19, 2026.

The players

Valor Christian

The defending 5A state champion, seeking its fifth consecutive title.

Riverdale Ridge

The defending 4A state champion, after winning its first title last year.

Holy Family

The defending 3A state champion, after winning its first title last year.

Colorado Academy

The defending 2A state champion, seeking its eighth all-time championship.

CHSAA

The Colorado High School Activities Association, which announced the preseason coaches' polls.

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What’s next

The girls golf season will culminate with the CHSAA State Championships on May 18 and 19, 2026.

The takeaway

The preseason polls highlight the top contenders in each class as the Colorado high school girls golf season approaches. Defending champions Valor Christian, Riverdale Ridge, Holy Family, and Colorado Academy are all ranked No. 1 in their respective classes, setting the stage for an exciting and competitive season.