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Therese Hession Regional Challenge
Welcome to the 30th Therese Hession Regional Challenge, hosted by The Ohio State University at the beautiful Palos Verdes Golf Club. We are proud to celebrate three decades of tradition, competition, and excellence in women’s collegiate golf.
This tournament honors Coach Therese Hession’s lasting impact on the game and the generations of players who have competed here—many of whom have gone on to successful careers on the LPGA Tour.
Our sincere thanks to the Palos Verdes Golf Club members and staff, Tournament Director Steve Lopes, and our entire tournament committee for their continued partnership and commitment to making this event exceptional each year.
We look forward to an exciting week of world-class golf and the opportunity to honor the rich history of this special event.
Warmest regards,
Lisa Strom
Head Women's Golf Coach | The Ohio State University
February 1st-3rd, 2026
Welcome
On behalf of PVGC we would like to welcome the competitors, coaches, and spectators to our “Hidden Gem” for one of the top-rated women’s intercollegiate golf tournaments in the country. This marks the 30th year PVGC has been host of this prestigious event.
Special thanks to the many PVGC members who step up to support this tremendous event, volunteer their time, and host our participating teams. Thanks also to our Director of Golf Jim Gormley, Golf Course Superintendent Steve Manriquez, Executive Chef Garrett Yokoyama, and the entire PVGC professional staff for making Palos Verdes Golf Club shine. This event is not only good for our club and its members, but it is great for the growth of the game of golf. We hope to see you on the course to support the best players in women’s collegiate golf.
- Steve Lopes, PVGC Member, Tournament Chairman
- David Stocke, PVGC General Manager
It is my privilege to welcome you to the Therese Hession Regional Challenge. This tournament was a vision of fellow SMU Mustang and PVGC member, Cathy Marino and mine. Our goal was to challenge the best players in Women’s collegiate golf. It has been a dream come true, and an honor to compete at the prestigious Palos Verdes Golf Club.
I wish each participant, coach, and the many friends and family who come to follow their teams the best of luck. I would also like to thank Palos Verdes Golf Club, its members, and professional staff led by Jim Gormley. PVGC truly epitomizes growing the game and giving back to the next generation. Best of luck to all our participants, and I look forward to seeing everyone at Palos Verdes.
- Therese Hession
Ohio State University Director of Golf (retired)
Tournament co-founder
