Madison High School Golf Tournament Update
Madison is buzzing with excitement as the state tournament kicks off at the University Ridge golf course. The defending Division 1 state champion, Divine Savior Holy Angels (DSHA), made a strong start, finishing the first day with a team total of 320, which places them six shots ahead of Middleton, who landed in second with a score of 326.
In a competitive showing, Kaukauna sits in seventh place after shooting a total of 344. They were led by Charlie Clinefelter, finishing in 11th place with a score of 79. Meanwhile, Bay Port is in ninth position with a score of 359, marked by Madelyn Gicius‘ performance of 86, landing her tied for 33rd.
Individual standout McKenna Nelson from Beaver Dam/Wayland Academy showcased her skills by shooting an impressive 7-under-par 65, placing her three strokes ahead of Payton Haugen from Brookfield East, who shot 68. These two were the only players to finish the day under par.
Switching to Division 2, Spooner is leading with a team total of 362. Seymour shot 400 and is positioned in fourth place. Individually, Addison Kofal of Saint Croix Central is at the top of the Division 2 leaderboard with a score of 75, holding a single-shot advantage over Belle Kongshaug of Colfax/Elk Mound.
As the teams gear up for day two, everyone is eager to see if DSHA can maintain their lead and if Kaukauna and Bay Port can improve their standings. The excitement in Madison is palpable as the tournament continues!
