The Pinecrest Patriots womens golf team captured the 2026 NCHSAA 8A State Championship on Tuesday at Pinehurst No. 1, earning its fifth consecutive team state title.
The Patriots finished with a team score of 419, highlighted by two outstanding individual performances.
Ira Joshi won the individual state championship with a state-record score of 12-under par.
Ashley Lee finished as the state runner-up at 7-under par.
“This remarkable five-year championship run reflects the hard work, consistency, and dedication of Pinecrest’s student-athletes and coaches, the school district said on Facebook. “Moore County Schools is proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement. Congratulations, Patriots!”
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Feature photo by the school district.
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