Get to know Sandra Gal
May 27, 2011 by
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Learn more about Sandra Gal who won the 2011 Kia Classic back in March. Gal shares her first golf memory and who would play in her dream foursome.
Get to know Rookie Danah Bordner
May 13, 2011 by
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Get to know Danah Bordner in this Rookie Spotlight. Find out her nickname, how she likes to relax, and what's on her iPod.
Get to know Jessica Korda
April 7, 2011 by
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Golf Channel did a spotlight on rookie Jessica Korda. Learn more about her likes and dislikes.
Golfing World Video: Get to know Jessica Korda
March 15, 2011 by
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[unable to retrieve full-text content]Golfing World caught up with 2011 rookie Jessica Korda in her first events of the season. Korda talks about her dad playing the role of caddie.
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Get to know the 2011 Rookies
February 28, 2011 by
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Players are listed in alphabetical order.
Shasta Averyhardt Averyhardt joins the tour as just the 11th African American to become a member of the LPGA. At Jackson State University, she won nine collegiate tournaments and was a four-time Southwest Atlantic Conference Champion (2004-2008). Averyhardt competed in the 2010 U.S. Women's Open Championship and advanced to the round of 32 at the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links Championship. In 2008, she won the Michigan Women's State Amateur Stroke Play Championship. Besides golf, she enjoys reading, sports, music, shopping, eating and her pets. |
Christel Boeljon Boeljon makes her debut on the LPGA Tour after competing on the Ladies European Tour (LET) where she won the 2009 Comunitat Valenciana European Nations Cup (with Marjet van der Graaff). She enjoyed a successful amateur career winning the Dutch Stroke Play Championship twice and was the 2008 Dutch National Amateur Champion. Boeljon attended Purdue University where she finished runner-up at the 2007 NCAA Championship. Boeljon's hobbies include sports, reading, listening to music and watching movies. |
Danah Ford Bordner Ford played collegiate golf at Indiana University where she won two tournaments and was named the 2004 Indiana University Female Athlete of the Year. In 2010, she competed on the Duramed FUTURES Tour and recorded a season best tie for third at the Alliance Bank Golf Classic. Ford was the two-time Indiana Female Player of the Year won the PGA Indiana Women's Open in 2004 and 2007. When Ford is not playing golf she enjoys watching movies, reading, playing tennis, working out, spending time with family and friends, shopping and cooking. |
Becky Brewerton Brewerton comes to the LPGA Tour with seven years of experience on the Ladies European Tour (LET), where she won the 2007 English Open and 2009 Spanish Open. She was a member of the European Solheim Cup team in 2007 and 2009. Brewerton enjoyed a successful amateur career, where she was the 1999 and 2002 British Ladies Open Amateur Stroke Play champion and the 2002 European Ladies Open Champion. In 2000, she represented Europe in the Curtis Cup. Outside of golf, Brewerton enjoys computers, watching football and movies, listening to music and cooking. |
Sara Brown Brown played her collegiate golf at Michigan State University, where she recorded four collegiate victories and was named the 2007 and 2008 Michigan State Female Athlete of the Year. In 2006, she was a semifinalist at the USGA Women's Amateur Public Links Championship. She competed on the Duramed FUTURES Tour in 2010, with her best finish a tie for 15th at the ING New England Golf Classic. Brown was a cast member of Golf Channel "Big Break Sandals" and "Big Break Dominican Republic" shows. When Brown is not playing golf she enjoys shopping, working out, watching movies, dancing, going out with friends, relaxing with family and traveling. |
Sarah Brown Brown enjoyed a successful junior career by being selected to the 2009 AJGA Rolex All-American First-Team. In 2009, she was a member of the victorious U.S. Ping Jr. Solheim Cup Team. She was named the International Junior Golf Tour (IJGT) Player of the Year in 2004 and 2005. Brown competed on the LPGA Futures Tour in 2010 where she recorded a season best tie for 10th at the Greater Richmond Golf Classic. In her spare time Brown enjoys watching movies, working out and spending time with family and friends. |
Dori Carter Carter attended the University of Mississippi where she was a 2008 NCAA All-American, 2009 Golfweek All-American and two-time All-SEC First-Team selection. Carter competed in the 2005 U.S. Women's Open Championship as an amateur and was the individual and team winner of the 2009 USGA State Team Championship. She competed on the LPGA Futures Tour in 2010 where she recorded her first professional victory at the Pennsylvania Classic. In her spare time Carter enjoys playing the guitar and watching college sports and movies. |
Jodi Ewart Ewart enjoyed a successful amateur career by winning the 2008 and 2009 English Amateur Championship. In 2008 she represented Great Britain and Ireland in the Curtis Cup. Ewart played collegiate golf at the University of New Mexico where she recorded five wins and was a two-time NCAA All-American (2009, 2010). In 2009, she was selected to the NGCA All-American First Team. Outside of golf she enjoys playing and watching soccer, playing ping pong, and watching movies and reality television. |
Caroline Hedwall Hedwall played collegiate golf at Oklahoma State University, was the 2010 NCAA Individual Champion. She was named 2010 NGCA Player of the Year; 2009 and 2010 First-Team All-American and 2009 and 2010 Big 12 Player of the Year. Hedwall was a two-time European Ladies Amateur Team Champion (2008, 2010); two-time European Ladies Amateur Champion (2007, 2009). In 2008, she was the World Team Amateur Champion. Besides golf Hedwall enjoys watching sports and movies. |
Tiffany Joh Joh was a two-time winner of the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links Championship (2006, 2008) and was named to the 2008 U.S. Curtis Cup Team. While at the University of California-Los Angeles she recorded 21 top-10 finishes, including two wins. In 2009, she competed in the Kraft Nabisco Championship as an Amateur. Joh competed on the Duramed FUTURES Tour in 2010 and won the ING New England Golf Classic. In her spare time she enjoys going to concerts and playing the guitar. |
Meet the Rookies:
Where is your favorite place to travel? And why? >>
If you could pick the dream pairing who would it be? And why? >>
Who are you looking forward to meeting the most on Tour? And why? >>
What tournament are you looking forward to the most? >>
How do you feel about earning your 2011 LPGA Tour Card? >>
How are you going to spend your off-season? >>
Are you going to make a New Year's Resolution this year? If so what? >>
Any special holiday plans? How are you going to bring in the New Year? >>
Get to know the 2011 Rookies: Tournament they want to play?
February 14, 2011 by
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The rookies of the 2011 LPGA Tour are beginning to make a name for themselves. Get to know the rookies as they share their thoughts on a few topics. Check back towards the start of the season to find out more about your favorite rookies as LPGA.com shares some insight into their lives.
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What tournament are you looking forward to the most? And why? |
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| Shasta Averyhardt |
USA |
My very first LPGA event because I can't wait to play! | ![]() |
| Danah Bordner |
USA |
Not sure. | ![]() |
| Becky Brewerton |
Wales |
If I get in it would be the U. S. Women's Open, magical event. | ![]() |
| Sara Brown |
USA |
My first one, the Kia Classic because it will be the start to a new year, a new season and I'm just excited to be on the LPGA Tour. | ![]() |
| Sarah Brown |
USA |
I would love to play in the Kraft Nabisco Championship because I love the history and tradition of it and I love the course. | ![]() |
| Dori Carter |
USA |
Anything international - I haven't traveled outside the United States much. | ![]() |
| Jodi Ewart |
England |
RICOH Women's British Open - to be given the opportunity to play a major championship in my own country would be amazing! | ![]() |
| Tiffany Joh |
USA |
The first one I get into. | ![]() |
| Jennifer Johnson |
USA |
I am looking forward to every tournament because most of the venues are unique and are in some countries that I have never been to. | ![]() |
| Kimberly Kim |
USA |
Every single one, because just being part of the LPGA in any event is such an honor and privilege. | ![]() |
| Jessica Korda |
USA |
All of them! Because I get to explore new places and courses. | ![]() |
| Amelia Lewis |
USA |
No particular one, just the overall experience of playing in the tournaments. | ![]() |
| Ryann O'Toole |
USA |
My first event, but really Kraft Nabisco, because all of my friends and family can come. | ![]() |
| Stephanie Sherlock |
Canada |
All of them! It's a huge honor to be able to play in any event. | ![]() |
| Jenny Shin |
South Korea |
My first, because I'd want to play well in the beginning and get some ease off of my shoulders. | ![]() |
| Jennifer Song |
USA |
I get excited with almost every tournament that I participate in, but I look forward to the U.S. Women’s Open the most. After that, I’m looking forward to the Olympics in 2016! I think it would be incredible to be chosen for the golf team? | ![]() |
| Jenny Suh |
USA |
My first LPGA event, because I'm so excited to play on the big tour. | ![]() |
| Jaclyn Sweeney |
USA |
The U. S. Women's Open because it is my nation's championship |
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| Alison Whitaker |
Australia |
My first tour event! And hopefully the U. S. Women's Open because it really is the best of the best playing! | ![]() |
Who are you looking forward to meeting the most on Tour? And why? >>
If you could pick the dream pairing who would it be? And why? >>
Where is your favorite place to travel? And why? >>
How do you feel about earning your 2011 LPGA Tour Card? >>
What is your New Year's Resolution? >>
Get to know the 2011 Rookies: Who they most want to meet on Tour
February 7, 2011 by
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The rookies of the 2011 LPGA Tour are beginning to make a name for themselves. Get to know the rookies as they share their thoughts on a few topics. Check back towards the start of the season to find out more about your favorite rookies as LPGA.com shares some insight into their lives.
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Who are you looking forward to meeting the most on Tour? And why? |
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Country |
Answer |
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| Shasta Averyhardt |
USA |
I look forward to meeting Christina Kim because she has so much personality and style. She would be a joy to play with! | ![]() |
| Becky Brewerton |
Wales |
I will look forward to playing with top players more often. | ![]() |
| Sarah Brown |
USA |
Paula Creamer. She seems like a good role model and a lot of fun to be around. | ![]() |
| Dori Carter |
USA |
Juli Inkster. I grew up watching her play. | ![]() |
| Jodi Ewart |
England |
Laura Davies, the greatest player England has produced. | ![]() |
| Tiffany Joh |
USA |
Everyone. | ![]() |
| Jennifer Johnson |
USA |
No one in particular. | ![]() |
| Kimberly Kim |
USA |
No one in particular. I'm excited to meet anyone out on Tour. | ![]() |
| Jessica Korda |
USA |
I'm excited to meet all the players. They are all so unique. | ![]() |
| Jennie Lee |
South Korea |
All the other Tour players. | ![]() |
| Amelia Lewis |
USA |
I'm just looking forward to meeting and playing against the best players in the world. | ![]() |
| Harukyo Nomura |
Japan |
The Japanese players because they cheered for me to get through Q-School. |
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| Ryann O'Toole |
USA |
All the top players. I want to learn about their games and what makes them the players they are and learn to become good at what they do best. | ![]() |
| Stephanie Sherlock |
Canada |
Lori Kane - I have looked up to her for a long time. | ![]() |
| Jenny Shin |
South Korea |
All the players. I'd like to get to know my fellow players. | ![]() |
| Jenny Suh |
USA |
Jiyai Shin - she seems like a fun and hard-working person with a great personality. | ![]() |
| Jaclyn Sweeney |
USA |
Karen Stupples because I briefly met her as an amateur at the LPGA Statefarm Classic in 2010. | ![]() |
| Alison Whitaker |
Australia |
The fans! I love talking to new people both on and off the course. | ![]() |
If you could pick the dream pairing who would it be? And why? >>
Where is your favorite place to travel? And why? >>
How do you feel about earning your 2011 LPGA Tour Card? >>
What is your New Year's Resolution? >>
Get to know the 2011 Rookies: Dream Pairings
February 1, 2011 by
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The rookies of the 2011 LPGA Tour are beginning to make a name for themselves. Get to know the rookies as they share their thoughts on a few topics. Check back towards the start of the season to find out more about your favorite rookies as LPGA.com shares some insight into their lives.
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If you could pick the dream pairing who would it be? And why? |
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Country |
Answer |
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| Becky Brewerton |
Wales |
Jiyai Shin as she is the best in the world right now. | ![]() |
| Sarah Brown |
USA |
Me, Paula Creamer and Michelle Wie. I think it would be a fun group and I think I could learn from them. | ![]() |
| Dori Carter |
USA |
Kristy McPherson, Stacy Lewis - SEC players | ![]() |
| Jodi Ewart |
England |
Laura Davies and Annika Sorenstam | ![]() |
| Tiffany Joh |
USA |
Bon Qui Qui, Jane Park, Mariajo Uribe and me, because it's less awkward when you have at least one friend with you | ![]() |
| Jennifer Johnson |
USA |
My dream pairing would have to be Annika, Lorena and Tiger because they all dominated when they were #1 and I definitely could learn a lot from them. | ![]() |
| Kimberly Kim |
USA |
Christina Kim and Ai Miyazato, because they are such nice, pleasant people. | ![]() |
| Stephanie Kim |
USA |
Kathy Whitworth, Tiger Woods and Nancy Lopez because I just love how much each player has achieved in their career. | ![]() |
| Jessica Korda |
USA |
Morgan Pressel and Christina Kim | ![]() |
| Jennie Lee |
South Korea |
My mom, dad, brother and me. I love spending time together with my family. | ![]() |
| Amelia Lewis |
USA |
Jesus - my hero, Rory Mcilroy - favorite player, and Tim Tebow - role model. | ![]() |
| Harukyo Nomura |
Japan |
Tiger Woods, because he's #1 in the world, and Rory Mcilroy, because he has a nice swing. | ![]() |
| Ryann O'Toole |
USA |
Annika and Lorena | ![]() |
| Stephanie Sherlock |
Canada |
I think every pairing will be cool. | ![]() |
| Jenny Shin |
South Korea |
Impossible, because it would have to be a 10-some! | ![]() |
| Jenny Suh |
USA |
My dad, boyfriend and Tiger Woods, because we would all learn something and marvel at his skills. | ![]() |
| Jaclyn Sweeney |
USA |
Bobby Jones, Nancy Lopez and Lorena Ochoa. Bobby Jones because he defined what golf really is, in both sportsmanship and greatness. Nancy Lopez because she was the first golfer I identified with growing up. Lorena Ochoa because she is a great role model on and off the course. | ![]() |
| Alison Whitaker |
Australia |
Amanda Blumenherst and Tiffany Joh | ![]() |
Where is your favorite place to travel? And why?
How do you feel about earning your 2011 LPGA Tour Card? >>
What is your New Year's Resolution? >>
Get to know the 2011 Rookies – Favorite place to travel
January 24, 2011 by
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The rookies of the 2011 LPGA Tour are beginning to make a name for themselves. Get to know the rookies as they share their thoughts on a few topics. Check back towards the start of the season to find out more about your favorite rookies as LPGA.com shares some insight into their lives.
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Where is your favorite place to travel? And why? |
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Country |
Answer |
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| Shasta Averyhardt |
USA |
I love traveling to big cities because there is always something to do off the golf course! | ![]() |
| Christel Boeljon |
Netherlands |
South Africa, it's beautiful and great courses. | ![]() |
| Danah Bordner |
USA |
San Francisco and the surrounding areas...wine country, hiking and golf. | ![]() |
| Becky Brewerton |
Wales |
New Zealand, beautiful and peaceful country. | ![]() |
| Sara Brown |
USA |
Back home to my bed because i don't get to be in it that much during the season. | ![]() |
| Dori Carter |
USA |
Sea Island, Georgia - great place to play golf. | ![]() |
| Jodi Ewart |
England |
Anywhere in the Southwest, I love the culture and weather in the SW, not to mention the food! Internationally, I love Dubai when I visited and would love to go back without the golf clubs. | ![]() |
| Tiffany Joh |
USA |
Mexican, the food! | ![]() |
| Jennifer Johnson |
USA |
I don't have a favorite place to travel, but I like to go to places that I have never traveled before. Sweden, Germany, Scotland and Japan are definitely at the top of my list. | ![]() |
| Kimberly Kim |
USA |
In Colorado, because the air is fresh and the scenery is spectacular and beautiful. | ![]() |
| Stephanie Kim |
USA |
Home because I travel everywhere else and it's nice to be home. | ![]() |
| Jessica Korda |
USA |
Prague, Czech Republic, because that is where most of my family is. | ![]() |
| Amelia Lewis |
USA |
Europe, because I love new places and learning about the history. | ![]() |
| Harukyo Nomura |
Japan |
Europe, I have been there | ![]() |
| Ryann O'Toole |
USA |
To the lake, love being on the water and hanging out on the boat, wake boarding and inter tubing | ![]() |
| Stephanie Sherlock |
Canada |
Probably home because I'm not there very often. | ![]() |
| Jenny Shin |
South Korea |
Haven't done it yet. | ![]() |
| Jenny Suh |
USA |
Home - I love spending time with family and friends because it recharges me mentally, physically and emotionally. | ![]() |
| Jaclyn Sweeney |
USA |
Rome, Italy because I vacationed there with my family and i love the history of the city. | ![]() |
| Alison Whitaker |
Australia |
Back home to Melbourne. It's so multi-cultural that it's like living in a mini world of your own. | ![]() |
How do you feel about earning your 2011 LPGA Tour Card? >>
What is your New Year's Resolution? >>
Get to know the 2011 Rookies – Earning their 2011 card
January 18, 2011 by
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The rookies of the 2011 LPGA Tour are beginning to make a name for themselves. Get to know the rookies as they share their thoughts on a few topics. Check back towards the start of the season to find out more about your favorite rookies as LPGA.com shares some insight into their lives.
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How do you feel about earning your 2011 LPGA Tour Card? |
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Rookie |
Country |
Answer |
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| Shasta Averyhardt |
USA |
I'm so excited. I still can't believe it; I finally made it! I had to ask someone yesterday, "Is this really happening?" | ![]() |
| Christel Boeljon |
Netherlands |
Pretty good! It's a great finish of a solid season for me. Will be a great opportunity for new experiences | ![]() |
| Danah Bordner |
USA |
Hard work pays off. It was a very Happy Birthday! | ![]() |
| Becky Brewerton |
Wales |
Very excited, hope to make the most of a good opportunity. | ![]() |
| Sara Brown |
USA |
Ecstatic!!! There are not many words to use. I am just so happy I haven't stopped smiling. | ![]() |
| Dori Carter |
USA |
Still unbelievable - haven't fully grasped what it means. Very emotional - excitement and relief. | ![]() |
| Jodi Ewart |
England |
Ecstatic, this is what I've been working for my whole life. To be given the opportunity to play events on the LPGA is incredible! | ![]() |
| Tiffany Joh |
USA |
Excited, nervous. | ![]() |
| Jennifer Johnson |
USA |
I am really excited for the 2011 season to get underway. Playing against better competition and on better courses will only make me a better player. | ![]() |
| Kimberly Kim |
USA |
This is a dream come true for me. I can't describe the joy I feel. I almost can't believe that I made it, it's a surreal feeling. | ![]() |
| Stephanie Kim |
USA |
It's like every first time, it's exhilarating! | ![]() |
| Jessica Korda |
USA |
Words can't describe how happy I am. | ![]() |
| Jennie Lee |
USA |
Very excited to play against the best in the world. |
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| Amelia Lewis |
USA |
Happy! So many doors opened and my dreams are starting to become a reality. | ![]() |
| Harukyo Nomura |
Japan |
Very happy. | ![]() |
| Ryann O'Toole |
USA |
I am very excited, however worried about the number of events I'll play in. As a rookie, it is tough achieving Rookie of the Year when you're not given full opportunity. But it is still my goal! | ![]() |
| Stephanie Sherlock |
Canada |
Thrilled! Also, relieved to be done with q-school. Really excited and looking forward to the season! | ![]() |
| Jenny Shin |
South Korea |
Unbelievable. It hasn't hit me yet but I might have a panic attack in my first tournament. | ![]() |
| Jenny Suh |
USA |
Ecstatic! Excited to get my foot in the door. | ![]() |
| Jaclyn Sweeney |
USA |
Happy and excited to join the LPGA! | ![]() |
| Alison Whitaker |
Australia |
I'm beyond excited! | ![]() |
What is your New Year's Resolution? >>
Get to know the 2011 Rookies: New Year’s Resolutions
January 11, 2011 by
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The rookies of the 2011 LPGA Tour are beginning to make a name for themselves. Get to know the rookies as they share their thoughts on a few topics. Check back towards the start of the season to find out more about your favorite rookies as LPGA.com shares some insight into their lives.
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Are you going to make a New Year's resolution this year? If so what? |
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Rookie |
Country |
Answer |
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| Shasta Averyhardt |
USA |
I typically don't make resolutions, I just randomly decide to do something and commit to it! | ![]() |
| Danah Bordner |
USA |
Same game plan as 2010 | ![]() |
| Becky Brewerton |
Wales |
My resolution is to try and be better at everything I do. | ![]() |
| Sara Brown |
USA |
Yes, a better workout regimen and no more french fries (but I doubt that one will last long. Ha Ha Ha) | ![]() |
| Dori Carter |
USA |
Always make a resolution - this year I want to enjoy the new experiences and make lifelong memories | ![]() |
| Jodi Ewart |
England |
I never make New Year's Resolutions because I can never stick to them but if I had to choose one I'd have to say to cut down on the coffee intake. | ![]() |
| Tiffany Joh |
USA |
Nope | ![]() |
| Jennifer Johnson |
USA |
Yes but it is a secret! | ![]() |
| Kimberly Kim |
USA |
Yes, to work as hard as I possibly can and see what 2011 will bring. | ![]() |
| Jessica Korda |
USA |
I don't believe in that. | ![]() |
| Jennie Lee |
USA |
Eat less carbs! |
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| Amelia Lewis |
USA |
No | ![]() |
| Ryann O'Toole |
USA |
Not being so honest. I can be a little blunt. | ![]() |
| Stephanie Sherlock |
Canada |
Yes! Workout more. | ![]() |
| Jenny Shin |
USA |
Watch what I say. Also, try to get as many fans as possible and let LPGA be known to non-golfers too. | ![]() |
| Jenny Suh |
USA |
To be more thankful for everything that I have. I am very fortunate to be able to chase my dreams | ![]() |
| Alison Whitaker |
Australia |
Nope - every year my resolution is to enjoy life. | ![]() |

























