Oklahoma City – For the fifth time in her career, Makena Junkin of Texas Wesleyan has been named the NAIA National Women’s Golfer of the Week for her efforts last week. The award is voted on by a national panel of institutional and conference sports information directors.
Makena Junkin
Texas Wesleyan, Senior
Burleson, Texas
- Took part in the Northwest Iowa National Invitational at Willow Creek Golf Course and Spa in Le Mars, Iowa
- Won medalist honors in the event by three strokes with a 14-under-par score of 202
- Had rounds of 66-69-67 on the par-72 course with two eagles and 11 birdies over the 54-hole tournament
- The victory was her 12th career tournament title, which continues to extend her program record for individual wins
- Has won the award for the second consecutive week this fall
Junkin has won the award once during the 2025 season and three times last year before claiming the national honor this week.