Baker & Garcia Claim Championships at 2025 Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur

Taylor Baker of Sacramento emerged victorious at the 2025 Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur Championship, capturing the Championship Flight title at the Alister MacKenzie Golf Course at Haggin Oaks.

Baker led wire to wire, firing a superb opening round 66 and closing with an even-par 72 for a two-day total of 138 (-6). Hot on her heels was Rancho Murieta’s Hannah Camara, who surged with a final-round 70 (-2) to finish just one stroke back at 139 (-5). Defending Champion, Rocklin’s Kaylyn Noh rounded out the podium at 140 (-4), carding rounds of 68-72.

When asked about the 10 foot birdie putt on hole #18 to win, Baker replied “I was really shaking, but I decided to commit to my routine, Ellis (Baker’s caddy) and I really liked our line and I just decided to make my best stroke”.

The leaderboard was packed with impressive performances, including Erica Villegas (Suisun, -2) in fourth and a tie for fifth at -1 between Darla May Dela Torre (Fairfield) and Tavia Burgess (Mather), who posted low rounds of 70 and 69, respectively.

Notably, Ellie Bushnell of Granite Bay recorded a blazing 68 (-4) on Sunday to vault into a tie for eighth at +1, demonstrating the depth of talent in this year’s field.

Karen Garcia of Cool, CA, emerged as the Senior Championship Division winner. Garcia posted rounds of 72 and 74 to finish at +2 (146 total), claiming a decisive four-shot victory. Another victory for Garcia before she heads to the United States Women’s Senior Open at San Diego Country club in August.

Tied for second at +6 (150) were Deborah Robertson of Martinez and Tina Barker of Fairfield. Both players battled in the final round, with Robertson carding a 79 and Barker a 77. Rounding out the top five were Deanna Payne of Lakehead in fourth at +11 (155) and Melissa Spencer of Santa Cruz in fifth at +13 (157).

The Low Net Champion was Michele Ross of San Leandro with a net score of 137.

The Alister MacKenzie Golf Course at Haggin Oaks is among California’s most historic public courses. Opened in 1932, it was designed by Dr. Alister MacKenzie, the legendary Scottish architect famed for Augusta National and Cypress Point. Known for its masterful routing, undulating greens, and deceptive bunkering, the MacKenzie Course has long been a test for amateurs and professionals alike.

Haggin Oaks has hosted numerous USGA championships, state championships, and local events, cementing its place as the “people’s championship course” in Northern California. The course’s blend of tradition and challenge made it an ideal venue for this year’s Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur, continuing a proud legacy of women’s competitive golf in the region.