by Jake Boese |

When it comes to playing JV or Varsity sports in high school, it is usually played only to win and for possible college scholarships. When it comes to the Girls’ Golf team, they not only play to win, but also just to socialize and have fun with friends.

For some players, their favorite part of golf is just being able to spend time with friends.

“The best part is being with friends on the team. The best part is the driving range because I get to talk to my friends. I don’t like being on the course as much as the range,” sophomore Mallory Bell said.

Even though not all players moved on to postseason, the year was still considered a success.

“For my senior year, it was a good way to end my high school golf career,” senior Christine Conge said. “I didn’t get to state but I didn’t really expect to going into the season. But golf is something I play for fun. It was nice to help the team get second at sectionals, which we didn’t expect to get. It was nice to get to spend more time with the varsity girls during the postseason.”

Although it may not lead to playing golf in college, it is still a sport that a student will be able to play for the rest of their life.

“I play because it’s something that’s going to last after high school. Other sports are difficult to play after high school or college, but I will be able to play golf for the rest of my life,” Conge said.

Although a lot of players enjoy the social benefits of golf, some are still very successful, even making their way to state.

“I got to state by practicing everyday and playing at every chance I get,” junior Paige Warnock said.

To stay on track during state and all other previous tournaments, Warnock found a comfortable process to help her be as successful as she can.

“After every shot when I set up my next shot I get ready by stepping back and doing the same routine,” Warnock said.

A 27th place finish at the state tournament capped off Warnock’s season.