Ailana Leos

05/24/2026

God’s plan looks different sometimes, and I truly believe every setback creates space for an even greater comeback story.

After an unexpected turn in my collegiate golf journey at the University of West Florida, I have officially entered the NCAA Transfer Portal and am excited for what’s ahead!

During my freshman year, I underwent successful hip labrum surgery after dealing with a season-ending injury while adapting to swing adjustments that reflected the program’s evolving direction and coaching preferences throughout UWF’s transition from Division II to Division I. While this chapter didn’t unfold the way I originally imagined, I’m still incredibly grateful for the experiences, relationships, and lessons it gave me!

Most importantly, I’m making great progress in my recovery and am more motivated than ever to return stronger both mentally and physically. Golf has taught me resilience, patience, discipline, and perseverance, and I’m ready to bring that mindset into my next opportunity both athletically and academically.

I’m excited to connect with coaches and programs looking for a determined athlete who’s ready for her next chapter and excited to compete again at a high level!

I’m officially open for recruitment at all divisions!

Please feel free to reach out and connect, I’m excited and ready for what’s next 🤍⛳️

05/12/2026

A pause isn’t the end of the story.
- The spring season didn’t go as I had planned, I was working really hard on a swing change my coaches gave me, endless hours on the course and on the range. After playing and practicing through the pain for months, and doing rehab, it only got worse. When MRI results came back, doctors told me I wasn’t allowed to golf anymore and that I would need an immediate surgery. I had a tear in my hip labrum, and a hairline fracture in my bone (definitely nothing fun.) It’s been almost 5 weeks since surgery, and the journey ahead is still long. I’m hoping to be cleared to golf again in the next 4-5 months, but until then I’ll be working to heal properly, and find the good in this season of life God is having me go through. There’s nothing more I want than to play golf right now, but you have to learn how to play the cards you were dealt, and find Gods purpose behind them. I’m incredibly grateful for all my family and friends for helping to take care of me both physically and mentally during this timeframe!

04/27/2025

SENIOR PR🪩M

04/15/2025

So grateful and excited for the next chapter!

Congratulations Ailana! Hoping you shine in the sunshine state while at the University of West Florida!

04/02/2025

Forever and always ♾️

11/26/2024

Final goal reached for Senior year. 🧡🖤

11/18/2024

Our everyday activities are privileges, never forget that.

11/13/2024

✨And just like that, dreams do come true. ✨ ✍🏽 I am so happy to start my new chapter at the University of West Florida! Go Argos! 💙💚

10/25/2024

I’m beyond thrilled to announce my verbal commitment to continue my golf career at the University of West Florida! 🏌️‍♀️🌊 This journey has been shaped by so many special people who have supported me, guided me, and pushed me to reach this dream. 🥰

To my dad, my coach and my inspiration in this game, thank you for sparking my love for golf and for your unwavering support. To my mom, my ultimate cheerleader, chauffeur, and caffeine supplier on the early mornings—I couldn’t have done this without you. Thank you to both of my parents for teaching me hard-work, discipline, and letting me know that it was okay to fail as long as I kept trying. My little sister, thank you for always being by my side, from tournament days to practice sessions; I have more grand finales to come. To my late grandfather and my best friend, who I know is smiling down—thank you for always believing in me and for guiding me to UWF. I can only imagine how proud you are. To my other Grandfather, thank you for being such a loud cheerleader for me and my accomplishments! And to my extended family, friends, and everyone who’s cheered me on, thank you. Here’s to the next chapter! Go Argos! 💙💚

10/19/2024