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UNCW Extends Lead as Elon Phoenix Holds Ground in CAA Golf Championship
Elon University's golf team remains in contention after posting a 14-over par 302 in the second round of the Colonial Athletic Association tournament.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:49pm
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Elon's Phoenix golf team remains in contention at the CAA Championship, but UNCW has extended its lead through the first two rounds of the tournament.Elon TodayElon University's Phoenix golf team maintained its position in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championship after posting a 14-over par 302 in the second round, bringing its 36-hole total to 34-over 610. Meanwhile, UNCW extended its lead at the top of the leaderboard with a consistent performance across both rounds, carding a 36-hole total of 7-over 583 to sit five strokes ahead of the next closest team.
Why it matters
The CAA Championship serves as a key benchmark for member programs seeking NCAA postseason eligibility, with the tournament champion earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Regionals. Elon's steady performance keeps them in contention for the conference title and the chance to advance to the NCAA tournament.
The details
Elon entered the second round sitting at 8-over par 308 after the first day of competition. Their second-round score of 302, which was 14-over par, allowed the team to hold its ground in the standings despite the challenging conditions at the tournament venue. UNCW, on the other hand, extended its lead at the top of the leaderboard with a 2-over par 290 in the first round followed by a 5-over par 293 in the second, resulting in a two-day total of 583.
- The CAA Championship is a 54-hole tournament, with the final round scheduled for completion on April 19, 2026.
- Elon University's Phoenix golf team posted a 14-over par 302 in the second round on April 18, 2026.
The players
Elon University Phoenix
The golf team representing Elon University, a member institution of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA).
UNCW
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, a member institution of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) and the current leader in the CAA Golf Championship.
What’s next
The final round of the CAA Golf Championship is scheduled for April 19, 2026, where the conference champion and recipient of the automatic bid to the NCAA Regionals will be determined.
The takeaway
Elon University's steady performance in the CAA Golf Championship keeps them within striking distance of the conference title, which would secure their automatic qualification for the NCAA postseason. The tight scoring and competitive nature of the tournament highlight the importance of the event for CAA member programs seeking to advance to the national stage.
