Heiling Posts Top-10 Finish as Pfeiffer Claims Sixth at Anita Hobson Invitational

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Sept. 30, 2026) — Pfeiffer University placed sixth in the team standings at the Anita Hobson Invitational, which concluded Tuesday at Bide-A-Wee Golf Course. The Falcons posted a two-round total of 757 (+181) after rounds of 380 and 377.

The tournament field featured eight teams, with Batten University claiming the team title at 654 (+78), while Southern Virginia finished second at 660 (+84).

Pfeiffer was paced by Morgan Heilig, who tied for ninth individually with a 36-hole score of 168 (+24). After opening with an 86, Heilig carded an 82 in the final round to secure a top-10 finish among the 50-player field.

Ella Couper delivered the Falcons' second-best finish, tying for 18th at 173 (+29) with rounds of 86 and 87. Elyse Schudlich followed in 22nd place after posting rounds of 88 and 88 for a 176 (+32).

Also competing for Pfeiffer were Karlye Padilla, who tied for 46th with a 240 (+96), and Shanita Carter, who finished 48th with a 248 (+104).

Individually, Juliette Coffey of Batten University captured medalist honors with a two-round total of 152 (+8), while Indie Taylor of Southern Virginia placed second at 156 (+12).

The Falcons improved by three strokes from the opening round to the final round and finished ahead of Roanoke College and Meredith College in the team standings.

Pfeiffer Individual Results

T-9. Morgan Heilig — 86-82—168 (+24)
T-18. Ella Couper — 86-87—173 (+29)
22. Elyse Schudlich — 88-88—176 (+32)
T-46. Karlye Padilla — 120-120—240 (+96)
48. Shanita Carter — 121-127—248 (+104)