ROANOKE, W.Va. — The West Liberty University women's golf team completed its opening round Sunday at the 2026 Mountain East Conference Women's Golf Championship at Stonewall Resort's Arnold Palmer Signature Course, posting a team score of 468 (+180).

The Hilltoppers currently sit eighth on the team leaderboard, although several teams had yet to complete their opening rounds when the latest scores were posted. The 54-hole championship continues Monday with the second round before concluding Tuesday.

Samantha Spearman led West Liberty with a 106 (+34), placing her tied for 31st individually. Jessica Mix followed with a 111 (+39), while Hannah Shepherd carded a 120 (+48). Morgan Messner finished with a 131 (+59), and Brooke Perri rounded out the Hilltoppers' lineup with a 144 (+72).

Charleston leads the team standings among the completed rounds with a 331 (+43), followed by Glenville State at 334 (+46). Wheeling sits at 353 (+65), while Shawnee State has posted a 393 (+105). Fairmont State and Concord were still completing their rounds, with scores of +63 and +94, respectively, on the latest leaderboard.

Glenville State's Elaina Seeley leads the individual standings after completing her round at 78 (+6). Charleston's Mari Filippa Larsen is second at 80 (+8), while Glenville State teammates Mackenzie Czapla and Moa Lindgren stand third and fourth at 81 (+9) and 82 (+10), respectively.

The Hilltoppers will look to build on their opening-round performance Monday as the championship continues at Stonewall Resort.



West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students' aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at westliberty.edu.