Region 9 girls golf recap: Desert Hills wins first tournament to open region play

March 6, 2020 Utah Channel 3

ST. GEORGE — The Thunder finished in first place at Sun River golf course on Thursday to win the opening tournament of the Region 9 girls golf season. Desert Hills shot 171 on the day to get the win while Pine View scored 186 to take second.

Abby Leitze led the Thunder shooting a 36, which was the top score on the day individually. The Thunder had five players finish in the top 10.

The Panthers were led by Kenzi Owen, who shot a 39. Hurricane finished in third place with a team score of 196 and Dixie finished in fourth, shooting 207 on the day.

Next week the cedar Reds host the Region 9 tournament which will be played at Cedar Ridge golf course.

Final scores from Thursday

Desert Hills – 171
Pine View – 186
Hurricane – 196
Dixie – 207
Snow Canyon – 222
Cedar – 237
Crimson Cliffs – 244
Canyon View – 259