Utah Valley University women’s golf has signed transfer Sydney Richards, who will join the Wolverines for the 2026-27 season, head coach Juli Erekson announced on Apr. 3.
The addition of Richards is part of Utah Valley’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its roster as the program prepares for its transition into the Big West Conference.
“We’re excited for Sydney to join us in the fall and finish off her college career with us,” Erekson said. “She embracing everything our program stands for. A strong work ethic, positive attitude, growth mindset, and values teamwork. She will be a wonderful addition.”
Richards is from Farmington, Utah, and comes to Utah Valley after competing at Southern Virginia University. During her collegiate career there, she recorded four individual tournament victories.
Before attending Southern Virginia University, Richards played at Farmington High School where she was a region medalist and earned all-state honors as a senior. She helped lead her team to three consecutive state tournament appearances from 2021 to 2023.
Richards will enter her senior season at Utah Valley with experience and a record of success both in college and high school golf.
