The West Texas A&M University (WT) women’s golf team had a competitive season this year.
Head Coach of the WT women’s golf team, Meredith Jameson said that WT has had many successful seasons. “Our Lady’s Golf team has been really good throughout the years,” Jameson said.
This season, the team has showcased high talent, led by standout players like Sarah Reed, who emerged as a star with a runner-up finish at the WT Desert Invitational and has had consistent scoring across events. Reed recorded 28 pars and three birdies through this season. Reed stands among WT’s most consistent players.
This season is also the team’s long run in the Lone Star Conference, where the Lady Buffs competed against some of the top-ranked Division 2 programs, including St. Mary’s University and Dallas Baptist University. WT played well enough to reach the medal match portion of the event, but ultimately fell short in match play and did not capture the conference title.
Despite the loss, the appearance showed that the program remains one of the stronger teams in conference, because of their consistency in qualifying for the season and consistently qualifying for postseason contention.
This year’s roster has shown growth from previous seasons, with multiple players stepping into scoring roles in different tournaments. “This has been one of the most talented teams I’ve ever coached,” Jameson said.
Even though they were unable to win a conference championship or the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) postseason run, the season highlighted a team with solid depth and a rising group of young players.
The 2025-2026 season for the WT men’s golf team has followed a similar pattern to the women’s team.
The Buffs have shown they can produce strong individual rounds in NCAA Division 2 fields, but they are still working toward putting together full-team scoring across all five players in every event. Their season has included solid mid-pack finishes and moments where individual golfers have pushed into contention. This season, there was a breakthrough run in conference or NCAA postseason play.
According to Head Coach of the men’s team, Axel Ocha, there have been many standout players. “Luis Palomo has been one of our great stars this season,” Ocha said. Paloma shot in the low 70s, which is PGA tour-esque.
From a coaching standpoint, the program’s messaging has consistently centered around development and competitive culture. “My biggest goal is to be a motivator to the team. We have to stay focused. This game is based on you versus the course,” Ocha said.
Overall, the men’s team is in a similar position to the women’s program: strong play, a developing roster and a foundation that suggests potential, but still working toward conference championship and NCAA postseason advancement.
To close out the season, the influence of “four-time” PGA Tour winner, Ryan Palmer continues to be a meaningful piece of the bigger picture for the WT golf program. “Ryan Palmer has been extremely helpful to the Golf program,” Jameson said. The Ryan Palmer Foundation invitational goes to both men’s and women’s golf teams at WT.
