Arizona State Women's Golf Prepares for the 2026 Darius Rucker Intercollegiate
Sun Devil Women's Golf is gearing up for the 2026 Darius Rucker Intercollegiate, set to take place at Long Cove Club on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina from March 2-4. The tournament, presented by Principal Financial and PXG, will feature a challenging field of collegiate teams, including Arizona State. The Sun Devils are coming off a recent event where they showed promise in the final round, led by Isla McDonald-O'Brien and Kate Dillon.
The Darius Rucker Intercollegiate boasts a competitive lineup with 16 teams, including several Top-25 ranked teams like Auburn, Wake Forest, and Texas. Arizona State, ranked No. 21, will face tough competition during the 54-hole tournament played over three days on a par-71 course measuring 6,378 yards. The Sun Devils will be represented by a strong lineup led by Isla McDonald-O'Brien and featuring Beth Coulter, Kate Dillon, Paula Schulz-Hanssen, and Fai Rubrong.
Arizona State's team will tee off at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate alongside Ole Miss and South Carolina. The tournament will be broadcast live on GOLF Channel and Peacock, providing fans with an opportunity to follow the action. The Sun Devils have a history of success at the event, with a championship win in 2024 and strong individual performances from players like Grace Summerhays and Patience Rhodes.
Unfortunately, Arizona State will be without Patience Rhodes due to a leg injury, but they have added talented freshman Pimpisa "Fai" Rubrong to their roster. Rubrong, a highly-ranked international player, brings a wealth of experience to the team and will be a valuable addition. The Sun Devils have a challenging schedule ahead in the 2025-26 season, with a focus on competing in top-tier events and preparing for postseason play.
Arizona State's women's golf program has a rich history of success, with multiple national championships and a tradition of excellence. The team trains at the Thunderbirds Golf Complex, a state-of-the-art facility designed by Phil Mickelson, and competes with a roster of talented players under the guidance of Head Coach Missy Farr-Kaye and Associate Head Coach Ryan Heisey. The Sun Devils are looking forward to the competition at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate and the opportunities that lie ahead in the season.