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Ava Cepeda leads qualifying round at Manoa Cup with 67

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 4:08 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

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Summary

Ava Cepeda shot a 67 in windy conditions to claim medalist honors in the qualifying round of the 117th Manoa Cup at Oahu Country Club on June 23. The Kahuku sophomore's performance helped her top a field of 89 competitors, including fellow contender and ‘Iolani alum Jasmine Wong, who scored a 68. Cepeda, who has been a medalist before, is set to face Varnika Ancheta in the first round match play this afternoon. In men's qualifying, Spencer Shishido and Drew Tom both posted scores of 68, with Shishido earning the top seed after the first round. The tournament will continue narrowing the field leading to the finals later in the week.

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By the Numbers

•Cepeda made a chip-in eagle and six birdies during her round.
•Shishido's score of 68 earned him the top seed in men's play.
•The cut for the field was set at 84, with playoffs for the last spots.
•Match play continues with Cepeda vs. Ancheta and Shishido vs. Loui.
•Finals for women's and men's competitions are scheduled later in the week.

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4:08 PMYahoo Sports — Kahuku’s 2025 state champ Cepeda fires 67 for medalist honors at Manoa Cup

What they're saying

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Ava Cepeda knows how to start the Manoa Cup — now it is time to finish. The New Mexico sophomore and 2025 HHSAA queen from Kahuku fired a 67 in blustery afternoon winds to post the lowest score among 89 competitors — male and female — in the qualifying round for the 117th Manoa Cup at Oahu Country Club on Monday. “It was a good day, I like where I am and I am excited for match play tomorrow,” ...
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