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Augusta University Golf Teams Join West Coast Conference in 2025-26

The Jaguars' men's and women's golf teams begin affiliate membership in the West Coast Conference for the 2025-26 season after leaving the Southland Conference.

By Augusta Sport Desk · Published July 24, 2026

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Augusta University's men's and women's golf programs joined the West Coast Conference as affiliate members starting the 2025-26 season after departing the Southland Conference.

Conference Move and Competition

The shift places the programs in direct affiliation with established West Coast Conference schools including Pepperdine and Santa Clara. This change alters scheduling and travel patterns for the Jaguars while maintaining their primary NCAA Division II alignment elsewhere.

Overall Varsity Sports Structure

Augusta University fields 13 NCAA Division II varsity sports that compete primarily in the Peach Belt Conference. Those programs include baseball, basketball, cross country, tennis and volleyball. The women's basketball team reached the Peach Belt Conference Tournament championship game after an 82-71 victory over nationally ranked No. 8 Columbus State on March 7.

Media Coverage and Policy Framework

Augusta University athletics broadcasts men's and women's basketball games on WRDW-TV and Peachtree Sports Network, with coverage carried on multiple local channels in Augusta. Student-athletes may participate in name, image and likeness activities under the NCAA interim policy adopted in July 2021, provided activities align with Georgia state law and receive pre-approval from the Assistant AD for Compliance.

Supporters can follow upcoming Jaguars contests through the established local television partners. The athletics department continues to operate within existing conference structures and compliance guidelines while the golf programs adjust to their new affiliate arrangement.

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