Eastern Michigan Athletics
Friday, October 27
Nassau, Bahamas
All Day
Eastern Michigan University
at
White Sands Invitational
White Sands Invitational Awaits EMU Women's Golf
10/25/2023 5:43:00 PM | Women's Golf
The event will be played at Ocean Club Golf Course in Nassau, Bahamas, Oct. 27-29
Live scoring | Season Stats
NASSAU, Bahamas (EMUEagles.com) – The Eastern Michigan University women's golf team wraps up its fall slate with a trip to the islands of the Bahamas to participate in the White Sands Invitational Oct. 27-29. For the fourth year, the annual golf tournament will be played at the Ocean Club Golf Course located on Atlantis' Paradise Island. The tournament was previously played in 2019, 2021, and 2022.
The women's teams entered are Charlotte, Delaware, Eastern Kentucky, Eastern Michigan, Grand Canyon, Kansas State, North Florida, Santa Clara, Tampa, Troy and Tulane.
Eastern Michigan will have five golfers in action led by senior Anna Watson (Ashland, Ohio-Ashland), senior Natai Apichonlati (Bangkok, Thailand/The Regent's International School), senior Sophia Wygonik (Westland, Mich./Livonia Franklin), junior Alyssa DiMarcantonio (Maple, Ontario/Tommy Douglas Secondary School), and senior Paige Zolciak (Perrysburg, Ohio/St. Ursula Academy.
This marks Eastern Michigan's first appearance in the tournament.
"The Bahamas is a picture-perfect backdrop for this prestigious tournament and an ideal destination for the athletes and spectators to unwind and rejuvenate in between rounds of competition," said Latia Duncombe, Director General, Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation. "Our warm hospitality, pristine white sand beaches, and wealth of cultural attractions and experiences await all attendees. We are confident that this tournament will not only be a memorable sporting event, but also an opportunity for everyone to discover the many reasons why they should return to explore more of our 16 incredible island destinations."
"On behalf of the Ocean Club Golf Course and Atlantis Paradise Island, we extend a warm welcome to all the athletes competing in the 2023 White Sands Bahamas NCAA Invitational, along with their coaches, alumni and fans," said Audrey Oswell, President and Managing Director at Atlantis Paradise Island. "The Invitational is an excellent opportunity to offer our course as a true test for top amateur golfers. We are looking forward to the competition and the chance to showcase our beautiful destination."
Texas, Campbell, and Lipscomb are the past women's winners over the 6,415-yard layout designed by past major champion Tom Weiskopf.
Live scoring can be found via GolfStat.com
For more coverage of the 2023 White Sands Bahamas NCAA Invitational, follow @WhiteSandsBah on social media and use the following hashtags: #WhiteSandsBahamas and #WhiteSandsNCAA or visit WhiteSandsBahamas.com.
White Sands Invitational - Oct. 27-29, 2023
Where: Atlantis Paradise Island - Nassau, Bahamas (Ocean Club Golf Course)
Format: 18 holes each day
Par/Yardage: 72/6,415
Field: Charlotte, Delaware, Eastern Kentucky, Eastern Michigan, Grand Canyon, Kansas State, North Florida, Santa Clara, Tampa, Troy, and Tulane
Lineup: Anna Watson, Natai Apichonlati, Sophia Wygonik, Alyssa DiMarcantonio, and Paige Zolciak
ABOUT THE BAHAMAS
With over 700 islands and cays and 16 unique island destinations, The Bahamas lies just 50 miles off the coast of Florida, offering an easy fly-away escape that transports travelers away from their everyday. The Islands of The Bahamas have world-class fishing, diving, boating and thousands of miles of the earth's most spectacular water and beaches waiting for families, couples and adventurers. Explore all the islands have to offer at www.bahamas.com or on Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram to see why "It's Better in The Bahamas."
ABOUT OCEAN CLUB GOLF COURSE
Atlantis Paradise Island's Ocean Club Golf Course offers a challenging and beautiful course for golfers desiring championship play. Masterfully conceived, the Tom Weiskopf-designed 18-hole, par 72 championship course stretches over 7,100 yards on Atlantis' peninsula. The course has hosted iconic sporting events such as the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational (MJCI), the Michael Douglas & Friends Celebrity Golf Tournament and the Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic. For more information about Atlantis Paradise Island resort and the Ocean Club please visit www.atlantisbahamas.com.
NASSAU, Bahamas (EMUEagles.com) – The Eastern Michigan University women's golf team wraps up its fall slate with a trip to the islands of the Bahamas to participate in the White Sands Invitational Oct. 27-29. For the fourth year, the annual golf tournament will be played at the Ocean Club Golf Course located on Atlantis' Paradise Island. The tournament was previously played in 2019, 2021, and 2022.
The women's teams entered are Charlotte, Delaware, Eastern Kentucky, Eastern Michigan, Grand Canyon, Kansas State, North Florida, Santa Clara, Tampa, Troy and Tulane.
Eastern Michigan will have five golfers in action led by senior Anna Watson (Ashland, Ohio-Ashland), senior Natai Apichonlati (Bangkok, Thailand/The Regent's International School), senior Sophia Wygonik (Westland, Mich./Livonia Franklin), junior Alyssa DiMarcantonio (Maple, Ontario/Tommy Douglas Secondary School), and senior Paige Zolciak (Perrysburg, Ohio/St. Ursula Academy.
This marks Eastern Michigan's first appearance in the tournament.
"The Bahamas is a picture-perfect backdrop for this prestigious tournament and an ideal destination for the athletes and spectators to unwind and rejuvenate in between rounds of competition," said Latia Duncombe, Director General, Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation. "Our warm hospitality, pristine white sand beaches, and wealth of cultural attractions and experiences await all attendees. We are confident that this tournament will not only be a memorable sporting event, but also an opportunity for everyone to discover the many reasons why they should return to explore more of our 16 incredible island destinations."
"On behalf of the Ocean Club Golf Course and Atlantis Paradise Island, we extend a warm welcome to all the athletes competing in the 2023 White Sands Bahamas NCAA Invitational, along with their coaches, alumni and fans," said Audrey Oswell, President and Managing Director at Atlantis Paradise Island. "The Invitational is an excellent opportunity to offer our course as a true test for top amateur golfers. We are looking forward to the competition and the chance to showcase our beautiful destination."
Texas, Campbell, and Lipscomb are the past women's winners over the 6,415-yard layout designed by past major champion Tom Weiskopf.
Live scoring can be found via GolfStat.com
For more coverage of the 2023 White Sands Bahamas NCAA Invitational, follow @WhiteSandsBah on social media and use the following hashtags: #WhiteSandsBahamas and #WhiteSandsNCAA or visit WhiteSandsBahamas.com.
White Sands Invitational - Oct. 27-29, 2023
Where: Atlantis Paradise Island - Nassau, Bahamas (Ocean Club Golf Course)
Format: 18 holes each day
Par/Yardage: 72/6,415
Field: Charlotte, Delaware, Eastern Kentucky, Eastern Michigan, Grand Canyon, Kansas State, North Florida, Santa Clara, Tampa, Troy, and Tulane
Lineup: Anna Watson, Natai Apichonlati, Sophia Wygonik, Alyssa DiMarcantonio, and Paige Zolciak
ABOUT THE BAHAMAS
With over 700 islands and cays and 16 unique island destinations, The Bahamas lies just 50 miles off the coast of Florida, offering an easy fly-away escape that transports travelers away from their everyday. The Islands of The Bahamas have world-class fishing, diving, boating and thousands of miles of the earth's most spectacular water and beaches waiting for families, couples and adventurers. Explore all the islands have to offer at www.bahamas.com or on Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram to see why "It's Better in The Bahamas."
ABOUT OCEAN CLUB GOLF COURSE
Atlantis Paradise Island's Ocean Club Golf Course offers a challenging and beautiful course for golfers desiring championship play. Masterfully conceived, the Tom Weiskopf-designed 18-hole, par 72 championship course stretches over 7,100 yards on Atlantis' peninsula. The course has hosted iconic sporting events such as the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational (MJCI), the Michael Douglas & Friends Celebrity Golf Tournament and the Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic. For more information about Atlantis Paradise Island resort and the Ocean Club please visit www.atlantisbahamas.com.
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