Kansas sophomore Ebba Nordstedt has quickly established herself as one of the Jayhawks’ most dependable scorers. The Gantofta, Sweden native arrived with international experience and has already produced one of the strongest early starts in recent Kansas women’s golf seasons. After a consistent freshman year that included multiple rounds in the 60s and postseason experience, Nordstedt opened her sophomore campaign with a dominant victory at the Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational, reinforcing her reputation as a player capable of going low.
Career Snapshot
Ebba Nordstedt
Class: Sophomore
Hometown: Gantofta, Sweden
High School: Filbornaskolan (Helsingborg, Sweden)
Nordstedt grew up in Sweden and was introduced to golf by her father, a former professional player. She competed in both golf and horse jumping during her youth before focusing fully on golf in high school. She attended Filbornaskolan in Helsingborg, a Swedish school known for developing players who later compete in collegiate golf in the United States.
She chose Kansas during the recruiting process after connecting with the coaching staff and team culture, along with guidance from fellow Swedish players familiar with the program.
Career Highlights
Kansas Women’s Golf
First collegiate victory at the Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational
Opening round 63 tied Kansas program record for lowest 18 hole score
Set women’s course record at Lawrence Country Club
Sixth lowest single season scoring average in Kansas program history as a freshman
Multiple rounds in the 60s during her collegiate career
Competed in NCAA Regionals as a freshman
Kansas Career Snapshot
2025 to 2026 Sophomore Season
Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational Champion
Lawrence Country Club
Scores: 63, 71, 73
Total: 207 (−6)
Seven stroke victory in a 76 player field
Round one 63 tied Kansas program record for lowest single round score
Set a new women’s course record at Lawrence Country Club
54 hole total tied for the second lowest score in tournament history
The win marked Nordstedt’s first collegiate title and highlighted her ability to produce extremely low scoring rounds.
2024 to 2025 Freshman Season
WGCA Academic All Rookie Team
WGCA All American Scholar
Eight events played
22 rounds competed
Scoring average: 72.68
11 rounds under par
Three rounds in the 60s
Best Finish
T11 at the UCF Challenge
Rounds: 71, 69, 69
Total: 209
Postseason
T21 at NCAA Regionals
Her freshman season produced the sixth lowest scoring average in Kansas program history and established her as a consistent lineup presence.
Interview Highlights with CGN
Swedish roots and early sports background
Nordstedt grew up in Sweden and was introduced to golf by her father. She balanced golf with horse jumping during her youth before ultimately committing to golf during high school.
Decision to attend Kansas
Nordstedt chose Kansas after connecting with the coaching staff and learning about the program through fellow Swedish players who had experience with the team and culture.
Transition to college golf
Adjusting to life away from home was challenging early in her freshman year, but the support of teammates and the team environment helped her settle into the program quickly.
Influences and experience
Nordstedt has drawn inspiration from Swedish professionals Linn Grant and Annika Sorenstam. She has also gained international experience competing at historic venues including the Old Course at St Andrews.
Outlook
After posting one of the most efficient freshman seasons in recent Kansas history and capturing her first collegiate victory early in her sophomore campaign, Nordstedt enters the remainder of the season as a proven scorer in the Jayhawks lineup. Her ability to produce low rounds, combined with international experience and a steady competitive approach, positions her as a key contributor as Kansas continues to build momentum.
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