INDIANAPOLIS, IN. — Sioux Falls' standout golfer Maggie Veenendall has been named one of six individual qualifiers for the 2025 NCAA Division II Women's Golf Central Regional, as announced Monday by the NCAA Division II Women's Golf Committee. This prestigious selection marks her second NCAA Regional appearance in her collegiate career, following her previous qualification in 2022.

The three-day tournament is scheduled for May 5-7 at Kickingbird Golf Course in Edmond, Oklahoma, where the University of Central Oklahoma will serve as host. The par-72 course will challenge competitors with its strategically placed bunkers and water hazards throughout its layout.

Veenendall secured her qualification through a consistently impressive spring 2025 season, where she demonstrated remarkable skill and composure under pressure. Her campaign was highlighted by a victory at the Augustana Spring Invitational (April 7-8), where she carded rounds of 78-73 for a tournament total of 151 (+7), finishing first among 70 competitors in challenging weather conditions.

At the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) Championships held April 25-27, Veenendall continued her strong play by tying for third place with scores of 71-79-78 for a 54-hole total of 228 (+12) in a competitive field of 62 golfers. Her opening round 71 tied for the lowest score of the championship tournament.

Additional highlights from her impressive spring season include a tie for eighth place at the NSIC Preview (76-80=156, +12) and a tie for 14th at the Wildcat Classic (81-80=161, +17). Throughout the season, Veenendall maintained a stroke average of 77.4, ranking her among the top performers in the region.

The Central Regional features a competitive field of 18 teams and six individuals competing for advancement to the national championship. The top four teams and the top two individuals not from those advancing teams will earn coveted spots in the NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championships, scheduled for May 13-17 at Boulder Creek Golf Club in Boulder City, Nevada.

Veenendall's previous experience at the 2022 NCAA Regional provides her with valuable knowledge as she prepares for the 54-hole competition. That year, she finished in the middle of the field, gaining crucial experience in the championship environment that should serve her well in this year's tournament.

The NCAA Division II Women's Golf Central Regional will begin with practice rounds on May 4, followed by competitive rounds May 5-7, with tee times and pairings to be announced in the coming days.

For the full list of participating teams and players, head over to the NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championship Field.

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