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The Class 5A girls golf state tournament witnessed a thrilling start at Boulder City Golf Course, with Faith Lutheran and Coronado tied for the lead at 19-over 307. Maddie Perez from Faith Lutheran leads individually with a remarkable 1-over 73, while Bishop Gorman follows closely in third. The tournament continues with fierce competition as teams vie for the championship.

Las Vegas Girls Golf Teams Shine at Class 5A State Tournament

On a bright and sunny day, the Class 5A girls golf state tournament kicked off at the picturesque Boulder City Golf Course. It was a thrilling first day, with the Faith Lutheran and Coronado girls golf teams sharing the spotlight as they both scored an impressive 19-over 307, putting them in a tie for the lead.

Hot on their heels, the Bishop Gorman girls team marked a solid performance, finishing in third place with a score of 22-over 310. You can feel the excitement as they all battle for the top spots!

Maddie Perez Takes Charge

Leading the individual scores is the phenomenal Maddie Perez from Faith Lutheran, who fired off an outstanding 1-over 73. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Maddie is not only the defending 5A state champion but also recently bagged the Southern Region title. She’s showing no signs of slowing down!

In a tightly contested individual leaderboard, Sage Parry from Palo Verde and Macy Garth from Faith Lutheran are tied for second place, both posting an impressive 2-over 74. These young athletes are setting the bar high, and the competition is only getting fiercer!

4A and 3A State Tournaments

It’s not just 5A that’s buzzing with excitement! Over in the 4A state tournament, Desert Oasis has taken the lead with a score of 97-over 385, leaving Tech in second place at 161-over 449. The individual leader there is Mailee Nguyen of Desert Oasis, who finished at 8-over 80, keeping her team hopeful for a strong finish.

Shifting gears to the 3A tournament, Boulder City holds the top team score at 51-over 339, with Virgin Valley right behind at 91-over 379. The individual powerhouse so far is Emmerson Hinds, also from Boulder City, who finds himself leading with a score of 3-over 75. As a UNLV commit and two-time defending state champion, he’s definitely a player to watch.

What’s Next?

The nail-biting action doesn’t stop here, as the final rounds for the 5A, 4A, and 3A state tournaments will take place at the Boulder Creek Golf Club on Tuesday. Fans and family are definitely in for a fantastic finish!

Other Exciting Sports Highlights

Girls Soccer

Switching gears to the beautiful game, the girls soccer scene was equally thrilling! Notable performances included Posie Armstrong of Faith Lutheran, who led her team to a 6-0 victory over Bishop Gorman with a stunning goal. Hannah Gutierrez of Silverado shined with a goal and an assist in a 5-0 win against Mater East, proving her worth on the field.

Layla Lindsey from Arbor View emerged as a standout with two goals in a commanding 4-0 victory over Shadow Ridge. Meanwhile, Caitlynn Nick from Palo Verde netted three goals in a 6-1 win against Cimarron-Memorial, showcasing her remarkable talent. Over at Doral Academy, Sienna Turco scored both goals to secure a 2-0 win over Spring Valley.

Boys Tennis Champs

The excitement didn’t end there! In boys tennis, Faith Lutheran claimed victory in the Class 5A state team final against Palo Verde with a score of 10-4, marking their second consecutive title. This triumph also ended Palo Verde’s impressive streak of five consecutive girls state team tennis titles, shedding light on the highly competitive nature of high school sports!

With so much talent and determination on display this week, it’s clear that Las Vegas is home to some truly incredible young athletes. Stay tuned for the final outcomes as these exciting tournaments reach their climax!

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