Former Central Star Honea Named WAC Golfer of the Week

Ryann Honea continues to excel in college golf as she nears the end of her career.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 9:49pm

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Ryann Honea, a former state champion golfer from San Angelo Central High School, has been named the Western Athletic Conference Golfer of the Week. Honea, now a senior at Abilene Christian University, tied for fifth place at the recent Texas A&M 'Mo' Morial Invitational, finishing just three shots off the lead.

Why it matters

Honea's continued success in college golf highlights the talent and potential of young athletes from the San Angelo area. Her achievements demonstrate the high level of competition and coaching available in the region, which can help develop student-athletes for success at the collegiate and professional levels.

The details

Honea tied for fifth place at the Texas A&M 'Mo' Morial Invitational with a 4-over-par 220, including a final round 1-under-par 71. This is the second Player of the Week award this season for Honea, who has claimed six individual titles during her three years at ACU. She also spent one year at the University of Louisville, where she won the conference title her sophomore year and was named the conference's Co-Golfer of the Year last season as a junior.

  • Honea was named the Western Athletic Conference Golfer of the Week on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
  • The Texas A&M 'Mo' Morial Invitational took place the week prior to Honea's award.

The players

Ryann Honea

A former state champion golfer from San Angelo Central High School, Honea is now a senior at Abilene Christian University where she has continued to excel, winning six individual titles and earning conference honors.

Abilene Christian University

The university where Ryann Honea currently plays golf as a senior, after previously spending one year at the University of Louisville.

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What’s next

Honea's college career is nearing its end, with the remaining tournaments being the WAC Championships from April 20-22, the NCAA Regional from May 11-13, and the NCAA National Championships from May 22-27.

The takeaway

Ryann Honea's continued success in college golf demonstrates the high level of talent and coaching available in the San Angelo area, which can help develop student-athletes for success at the collegiate and professional levels.