The Curtis Cup international from Ganton was given a few scares by the Huddersfield youngster, a member of England's Under-18 Select squad and clearly a champion of the future.

Perhaps the outcome might have been different had Searle's putt for a win at the 15th, a crucial stage, not lipped out.

Edwards, who had got past defending champion and clubmate Sara Garbutt in the semi-finals, had to fight to share the next but then her good birdie ended the youngster's challenge.

Searle will be remembered as much for producing the shot and the shock of the season in overcoming another Curtis Cup international, Emma Brown, in the semi-finals.

Brown, nee Duggleby, winner of seven national titles, had led three up at one stage but Searle battled back and the match was all square playing the 388 yards par five 18th.

A magnificent seven-iron approach shot was a whisker away from an albatross, coming to rest two feet behind the pin.

It was a certain eagle and a winner but Searle said: "It was the most nerve racking two footer I've ever had. It was a relief to see it go in."