1 day ago
The poll for Monroe County Region Athlete of the Week for Aug. 31-Sept. 6 turned into a three-person race.
Of the 9,803 votes cast, 8,836 went to three people.
Erie Mason volleyball player Addie Homrich was the winner with 4,226.
She had to hold off Summerfield football player Hudson Crots (3,052) and Monroe swimmer Karis Beaton (1,558).
More: Monroe County Region high school football roundup for Friday, Sept. 11
#county #sept #three
Of the 9,803 votes cast, 8,836 went to three people.
Erie Mason volleyball player Addie Homrich was the winner with 4,226.
She had to hold off Summerfield football player Hudson Crots (3,052) and Monroe swimmer Karis Beaton (1,558).
More: Monroe County Region high school football roundup for Friday, Sept. 11
#county #sept #three
1 day ago
Emily Vella netted four goals to lead the Jonathan Law girls soccer team to a 5-4 win over Oxford on Saturday afternoon.
Gianna Depina added a goal and an ***** ist for Law.
Emily Zulali, Macayla Samorajczyk, Addie Wheeler and Kyla DeCrescenzo scored for Oxford.
In boys soccer action, Jordan Saetama scored two goals to lead Abbott Tech to a 5-1 victory over Coginchaug.
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Gianna Depina added a goal and an ***** ist for Law.
Emily Zulali, Macayla Samorajczyk, Addie Wheeler and Kyla DeCrescenzo scored for Oxford.
In boys soccer action, Jordan Saetama scored two goals to lead Abbott Tech to a 5-1 victory over Coginchaug.
For more results and box scores, follow our scoreboard:
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2 days ago
The Amgen Irish Open at Trump International Doonbeg has turned into a story of resilience and record-breaking golf. While the first round saw players battling wind and rain that made the course play brutally difficult, the second round brought a dramatic shift in fortune. Shane Lowry, the local favorite, didn't just survive the conditions; he absolutely dominated them. After airing his frustration with the slow pace caused by the weather in the opening round, Lowry produced a stunning performance to take the lead. Golf Monthly reports that Lowry shot a record-breaking 62 under much kinder conditions to take the lead at the midpoint. This score puts him two shots clear of the field and sets the stage for a thrilling weekend.
The contrast between the two rounds couldn't be starker. The first day was defined by struggle, with Golf Monthly noting that the brutal conditions contributed to slow play across the property. Players like Lowry had to wait for groups ahead, testing their patience. Yet, when the wind died down, Lowry found his rhythm. He isn't alone in the hunt, however. The chasing pack is packed with talent, including defending champion Rory McIlroy, two-time Major winner Jon Rahm, and Brooks Koepka, all of whom Golf Monthly confirmed will join Lowry in the third round. Joaquin Niemann, the first-round leader, also remains in contention to challenge the Irishman.
While Lowry's score grabs the headlines, the most compelling story of the week might be the rise of Niklas Nørgaard. The Danish golfer has moved into a tie for second place alongside Jacob Skov Olesen and Haotong Li after posting matching 64s, according to europeantour.com. This surge came from a fundamental change in how Nørgaard approached the game, not just better ball-striking. The pressure of competition often weighs heavy, but Nørgaard found a way to lighten the load. A shift in mindset this week earned praise for his caddie, as he disclosed that his coach is actually riding in the bag during this event.
Nørgaard explained his strategy directly to the media, and the result was immediate. Europeantour.com notes that Nørgaard received late applause from spectators after draining a vital putt on the 18th and finishing his round with a closing birdie to enter the chase. His back nine was a blur of birdies, specifically a burst from the 14th to 16th holes that propelled him up the leaderboard. You have to wonder if that mental shift is the only thing standing between him and a ***** le run, considering how tight the field really is.
Other players faced different challenges. Thomas Detry made an albatross at the par-5 10th in the opening round, a rare feat that should have boosted his day. However, he finished the first day with a 74 and ultimately missed the cut, according to Golf Monthly. On the other side of the field, David Puig struggled to find consistency. Following a 71 in the opening round that left him one over par, he posted the exact same score during the second rou
The contrast between the two rounds couldn't be starker. The first day was defined by struggle, with Golf Monthly noting that the brutal conditions contributed to slow play across the property. Players like Lowry had to wait for groups ahead, testing their patience. Yet, when the wind died down, Lowry found his rhythm. He isn't alone in the hunt, however. The chasing pack is packed with talent, including defending champion Rory McIlroy, two-time Major winner Jon Rahm, and Brooks Koepka, all of whom Golf Monthly confirmed will join Lowry in the third round. Joaquin Niemann, the first-round leader, also remains in contention to challenge the Irishman.
While Lowry's score grabs the headlines, the most compelling story of the week might be the rise of Niklas Nørgaard. The Danish golfer has moved into a tie for second place alongside Jacob Skov Olesen and Haotong Li after posting matching 64s, according to europeantour.com. This surge came from a fundamental change in how Nørgaard approached the game, not just better ball-striking. The pressure of competition often weighs heavy, but Nørgaard found a way to lighten the load. A shift in mindset this week earned praise for his caddie, as he disclosed that his coach is actually riding in the bag during this event.
Nørgaard explained his strategy directly to the media, and the result was immediate. Europeantour.com notes that Nørgaard received late applause from spectators after draining a vital putt on the 18th and finishing his round with a closing birdie to enter the chase. His back nine was a blur of birdies, specifically a burst from the 14th to 16th holes that propelled him up the leaderboard. You have to wonder if that mental shift is the only thing standing between him and a ***** le run, considering how tight the field really is.
Other players faced different challenges. Thomas Detry made an albatross at the par-5 10th in the opening round, a rare feat that should have boosted his day. However, he finished the first day with a 74 and ultimately missed the cut, according to Golf Monthly. On the other side of the field, David Puig struggled to find consistency. Following a 71 in the opening round that left him one over par, he posted the exact same score during the second rou
2 days ago
No. 7 Maryland field hockey had a frustrating first half. The Terps had 13 shots, 11 penalty corners and even two disallowed goals, but they remained scoreless against the upset-minded Towson Tigers. Missy Meharg's crew returned to the locker room searching for answers.
"We just had some lack of focus in the first two quarters," Meharg said. "We freed them up, gave them some really disciplined shapes and demanded that the players be in those ***** es so that we gave ourselves more ***** e to get from the front third into the circle."
Fortunately for the Terps, they did just that. A four-goal third quarter – including a hat trick from sophomore Jordyn Hollamon – was all the home team needed to spark its fifth straight win to open up the season, a 6-0 destruction of Towson.
"Jordyn is so versatile," Meharg said. "She understands all the shapes. She's so thorough because she can play anywhere in the front seven."
The Terps used a funky play to catch fire after halftime. Just two minutes into the third period, Hollamon received a long pass on the left wing and slipped the ball towards the center of the shooting circle for Maddie Vasilios. The ball never reached Vasilios, but it did find the back of the net, clanking off the heel of Towson's Else Wismans to open the scoring.
#Third #meharg #hollamon #first
"We just had some lack of focus in the first two quarters," Meharg said. "We freed them up, gave them some really disciplined shapes and demanded that the players be in those ***** es so that we gave ourselves more ***** e to get from the front third into the circle."
Fortunately for the Terps, they did just that. A four-goal third quarter – including a hat trick from sophomore Jordyn Hollamon – was all the home team needed to spark its fifth straight win to open up the season, a 6-0 destruction of Towson.
"Jordyn is so versatile," Meharg said. "She understands all the shapes. She's so thorough because she can play anywhere in the front seven."
The Terps used a funky play to catch fire after halftime. Just two minutes into the third period, Hollamon received a long pass on the left wing and slipped the ball towards the center of the shooting circle for Maddie Vasilios. The ball never reached Vasilios, but it did find the back of the net, clanking off the heel of Towson's Else Wismans to open the scoring.
#Third #meharg #hollamon #first
3 days ago
Two big trees in Addie Reed's backyard are connected by a soccer net that her dad, Jon, put up.
It was a tradition to play a family pickup game together after dinner, Reed said.
Maya Bourque has fond memories of going to the soccer field with her dad, Steve, and older sister, Sophie, to get some practice in.
"Sophie would be able to practice her crosses and whatnot and my dad would practice easy control of the ball and traps with me," Bourque said.
Bourque and Reed's last names are prominent within the Sunapee High School soccer programs. The lifelong friends and senior center backs for the Lakers girls team are adding to their family legacies.
#family #addie #reed #sunapee
It was a tradition to play a family pickup game together after dinner, Reed said.
Maya Bourque has fond memories of going to the soccer field with her dad, Steve, and older sister, Sophie, to get some practice in.
"Sophie would be able to practice her crosses and whatnot and my dad would practice easy control of the ball and traps with me," Bourque said.
Bourque and Reed's last names are prominent within the Sunapee High School soccer programs. The lifelong friends and senior center backs for the Lakers girls team are adding to their family legacies.
#family #addie #reed #sunapee
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Sauimoana Purcell hammered 21 kills while Kealoha Lyons tallied eight kills and four blocks as No. 3-ranked Kamehameha swept No. 6 Mid-Pacific 25-19, 25-9, 25-22 on Wednesday night in the ILH regular-season volleyball opener for both teams.
Humidity was extreme in Honolulu at 82%, and felt closer to 90 in Kekuhaupio Gymnasium at Kamehameha. It didn't seem to affect the Warriors (15-5 overall), who had pinpoint setting by Alayah Wilson (24 **** ists) and Tiahna Aldeguer (17).
Ali Samia added six kills and one ace, while Faith Iokia chipped in five kills. Junior libero Mikela Arellano led a stellar back-row defensive effort while Kamehameha's defensive teamwork on the pin was consistent.
"Our right fronts coming in there, Faith, Ayva-Ray (Malepeai), Maddie (Madison-Rose Marsh), they're important for our defense," Kamehameha coach Chris Blake said. "Kealoha is doing a lot of great things for us in the front row and had a great service turn right there to help us at the end."
Their length and footwork allowed Kamehameha to neutralize the smaller Owls.
#faith
Humidity was extreme in Honolulu at 82%, and felt closer to 90 in Kekuhaupio Gymnasium at Kamehameha. It didn't seem to affect the Warriors (15-5 overall), who had pinpoint setting by Alayah Wilson (24 **** ists) and Tiahna Aldeguer (17).
Ali Samia added six kills and one ace, while Faith Iokia chipped in five kills. Junior libero Mikela Arellano led a stellar back-row defensive effort while Kamehameha's defensive teamwork on the pin was consistent.
"Our right fronts coming in there, Faith, Ayva-Ray (Malepeai), Maddie (Madison-Rose Marsh), they're important for our defense," Kamehameha coach Chris Blake said. "Kealoha is doing a lot of great things for us in the front row and had a great service turn right there to help us at the end."
Their length and footwork allowed Kamehameha to neutralize the smaller Owls.
#faith
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7 days ago
San Diego native Maddie Mercado scored the game-winning goal in the 29th minute as Seattle Reign FC defeated San Diego Wave FC 1-0 at Lumen Field on Sunday evening. The 25-year-old forward has now scored in both matches against her hometown team this season.
Mercado has continued her breakout season for Seattle, leading the team with eight goals. Claudia ****** ey had a standout performance between the posts, logging six saves and securing a clean sheet before leaving the match late due to an injury. Reign backup goalkeeper Cassie Miller replaced ****** ey late in the match.
Since returning from the summer break, Seattle remains unbeaten at home and has entered the playoff picture with this result. They handed San Diego its first loss since early August, snapping its two-game win streak. Wave FC is now tied for third place in the standings alongside the NC Courage and Utah Royals, with 39 points.
San Diego played with 10 players for most of the match after rookie defender Mimi Van Zanten made a questionable challenge during a Seattle transition play. Van Zanten and Kennedy Wesley were the last line of defense, and Van Zanten tripped Maddie Dahlien far away from the net.
After further review, the referee deemed the play a denial of an obvious goal-scoring opportunity and gave her a red card in the 13th minute. Wave head coach Jonas Eidevall looked to his bench for defensive help, subbing on Brooklyn Courtnall for skilled forward Melanie Barcenas.
#mercado
Mercado has continued her breakout season for Seattle, leading the team with eight goals. Claudia ****** ey had a standout performance between the posts, logging six saves and securing a clean sheet before leaving the match late due to an injury. Reign backup goalkeeper Cassie Miller replaced ****** ey late in the match.
Since returning from the summer break, Seattle remains unbeaten at home and has entered the playoff picture with this result. They handed San Diego its first loss since early August, snapping its two-game win streak. Wave FC is now tied for third place in the standings alongside the NC Courage and Utah Royals, with 39 points.
San Diego played with 10 players for most of the match after rookie defender Mimi Van Zanten made a questionable challenge during a Seattle transition play. Van Zanten and Kennedy Wesley were the last line of defense, and Van Zanten tripped Maddie Dahlien far away from the net.
After further review, the referee deemed the play a denial of an obvious goal-scoring opportunity and gave her a red card in the 13th minute. Wave head coach Jonas Eidevall looked to his bench for defensive help, subbing on Brooklyn Courtnall for skilled forward Melanie Barcenas.
#mercado
13 days ago
Justin Rose turned a difficult stretch into a highlight reel moment during the final round of the Tour Championship. At East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, the veteran golfer conquered the par-3 ninth hole. He launched a tee shot from 208 yards that found the cup for an ace. This was the fourth hole-in-one of his Tour career. The shot happened on Sunday, August 30, 2026, during the final round. It was a massive relief for Rose, who had started the day with two early bogeys. The ace brought him back to even par for the round. According to ESPN Golf, the hole has been the second-most difficult one played at East Lake this week. The feat was so rare that it hadn't been seen on this specific hole since Xander Schauffele did it in 2019.
The statistics surrounding the ninth hole show just how hard it is to score well there. Per ESPN Golf reporting, the hole produced a scoring average of 0.077 above par for the week. That figure trailed only the opening hole in terms of difficulty. Before Rose's moment, there were only three birdies recorded on the hole all week. The rest of the field managed 88 pars, 11 bogeys, and one double-bogey. Rose, who is 46 years old, celebrated the shot by throwing both arms in the air and mimicking a basketball slam dunk. He then high-fived his playing partner, Si Woo Kim, and Kim's caddie, Manny Villegas. This shot was crucial for his standing. An intimidating uphill tee shot over a lake characterizes the hole, accounting for the severe struggles players face.
The difficulty of East Lake creates a unique challenge for the leaders and chasers alike. While Rose found a miracle, Scottie Scheffler has expressed concerns about how the course setup affects the leaderboard. The Rome News-Tribune reported that Scheffler noted the congestion on the board due to the course design. This tight grouping makes it hard to separate the field. Scheffler mentioned that the old course used to spread the field out more before it was redone.
#hole #shot #golf #week
The statistics surrounding the ninth hole show just how hard it is to score well there. Per ESPN Golf reporting, the hole produced a scoring average of 0.077 above par for the week. That figure trailed only the opening hole in terms of difficulty. Before Rose's moment, there were only three birdies recorded on the hole all week. The rest of the field managed 88 pars, 11 bogeys, and one double-bogey. Rose, who is 46 years old, celebrated the shot by throwing both arms in the air and mimicking a basketball slam dunk. He then high-fived his playing partner, Si Woo Kim, and Kim's caddie, Manny Villegas. This shot was crucial for his standing. An intimidating uphill tee shot over a lake characterizes the hole, accounting for the severe struggles players face.
The difficulty of East Lake creates a unique challenge for the leaders and chasers alike. While Rose found a miracle, Scottie Scheffler has expressed concerns about how the course setup affects the leaderboard. The Rome News-Tribune reported that Scheffler noted the congestion on the board due to the course design. This tight grouping makes it hard to separate the field. Scheffler mentioned that the old course used to spread the field out more before it was redone.
#hole #shot #golf #week
14 days ago
SEATTLE - An early second-half goal proved to be the night's only offense as the Houston Dash fell 1-0 to the Seattle Reign on Sunday night at Lumen Field.
Maddie Dahlien scored on an **** ist from Maddie Mercado in the 52nd minute, giving Seattle (8-4-8, 28 points) all it would need to hand Houston (7-5-9, 26) consecutive losses on the West Coast. The Dash lost to Bay FC on a late goal last weekend in San Jose, Calif.
The Dash had just one shot on goal to the Reign's five, and Seattle enjoyed 57% possession to largely control the match.
The Dash next play the Orlando Pride at 6 p.m. Sunday in Florida. Houston's next home game is Saturday, Sept. 12, when the Utah Royals visit Shell Energy Stadium for a 7:45 p.m. kickoff.
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#Seattle #houston #next
Maddie Dahlien scored on an **** ist from Maddie Mercado in the 52nd minute, giving Seattle (8-4-8, 28 points) all it would need to hand Houston (7-5-9, 26) consecutive losses on the West Coast. The Dash lost to Bay FC on a late goal last weekend in San Jose, Calif.
The Dash had just one shot on goal to the Reign's five, and Seattle enjoyed 57% possession to largely control the match.
The Dash next play the Orlando Pride at 6 p.m. Sunday in Florida. Houston's next home game is Saturday, Sept. 12, when the Utah Royals visit Shell Energy Stadium for a 7:45 p.m. kickoff.
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#Seattle #houston #next
20 days ago
Maddie is on her way to being a star.
The 12-year-old at the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy has her own YouTube channel where she signs — yes, signs — the lyrics to her favorite songs, often while dancing around.
She also has enough personality, and heart, to fill a baseball stadium.
"Am I dreaming?!" she asked a reporter last week while at Isotopes Park working with Isotopes players.
Maddie and her classmates from the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy — the fightin' Honey Badgers, of course — spent last Friday helping the Albuquerque Isotopes get things right for the upcoming Sept. 4 American Sign Language Night game at Rio Grande Credit Union Field.
#park
The 12-year-old at the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy has her own YouTube channel where she signs — yes, signs — the lyrics to her favorite songs, often while dancing around.
She also has enough personality, and heart, to fill a baseball stadium.
"Am I dreaming?!" she asked a reporter last week while at Isotopes Park working with Isotopes players.
Maddie and her classmates from the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy — the fightin' Honey Badgers, of course — spent last Friday helping the Albuquerque Isotopes get things right for the upcoming Sept. 4 American Sign Language Night game at Rio Grande Credit Union Field.
#park
22 days ago
It has been quite a few months for Wyndham Clark and girlfriend, Emily Tanner, who revealed their relationship in style at the Masters. The couple "hard launched" their relationship in Augusta as Tanner served as Clark's caddie at the Masters Par 3 Contest.
PGA Tour golfers often select their significant others as the caddie for the annual event. Months later, it appears things have gotten serious for Clark and his girlfriend.
During the BMW Championship, Tanner announced that she plans to move from California. Clark's girlfriend hinted that she intends to move in with Clark.
"I cannot believe I'm about to say this, but I am moving," Tanner revealed in an Instagram video posted on August 20, 2026. "I have lived in California for the last five years and honestly, I never thought that I would leave here.
"I think one of the most special parts about falling in love is realizing that the life you've pictured for yourself can completely change when you find someone that you want to build it with," Tanner continued.
#tanner #relationship
PGA Tour golfers often select their significant others as the caddie for the annual event. Months later, it appears things have gotten serious for Clark and his girlfriend.
During the BMW Championship, Tanner announced that she plans to move from California. Clark's girlfriend hinted that she intends to move in with Clark.
"I cannot believe I'm about to say this, but I am moving," Tanner revealed in an Instagram video posted on August 20, 2026. "I have lived in California for the last five years and honestly, I never thought that I would leave here.
"I think one of the most special parts about falling in love is realizing that the life you've pictured for yourself can completely change when you find someone that you want to build it with," Tanner continued.
#tanner #relationship
24 days ago
ST. LOUIS – As Rory McIlroy settled into a chair to be interviewed by Golf Channel's Kira K. Dixon, he summed up his bogey-free 6-under 64 at Bellerive Country Club on Thursday – good enough for a share of the lead with four other players at the BMW Championship — in one word.
"Unexpected," McIlroy, the world No. 2 and reigning Masters champion, said.
"I knew you had it in you," Dixon shot back with a smile.
McIlroy was coming off a dismal performance in the sweltering heat of Memphis at a TPC Southwind course that he's on record as saying isn't his cup of tea. The Northern Irishman got lapped by winner Scottie Scheffler, finishing 66th and beating just two players in the field who bothered to complete 72 holes.
McIlroy left Memphis deflated but he flew home and got back to work on Monday with his longtime swing coach Michael Bannon and caddie Harry Diamond.
#memphis #players #louis #kira
"Unexpected," McIlroy, the world No. 2 and reigning Masters champion, said.
"I knew you had it in you," Dixon shot back with a smile.
McIlroy was coming off a dismal performance in the sweltering heat of Memphis at a TPC Southwind course that he's on record as saying isn't his cup of tea. The Northern Irishman got lapped by winner Scottie Scheffler, finishing 66th and beating just two players in the field who bothered to complete 72 holes.
McIlroy left Memphis deflated but he flew home and got back to work on Monday with his longtime swing coach Michael Bannon and caddie Harry Diamond.
#memphis #players #louis #kira
26 days ago
On Tuesday at Barton Hills Country Club in Ann Arbor, the mood was light, not what you'd expect with a United States Golf **** ociation championship right around the corner.
Players said the vibe felt more like a reunion than the buildup to a major championship.
Of course, they expect that to change come Thursday morning.
"I also enjoy seeing everyone, seeing everybody and catching up, seeing what's going on," Annika Sorenstam, the World Golf Hall-of-Famer, said Tuesday. "It's so fun, because you've got 120 players here and we're all just excited to play and compete at a different level than maybe before. But we all try, and we're out there with our caddies reading the greens and trying to get the yardage books.
"It's like old times, but it's not really old times. But it's kind of fun to be back and do it.
#tuesday #expect #we 're
Players said the vibe felt more like a reunion than the buildup to a major championship.
Of course, they expect that to change come Thursday morning.
"I also enjoy seeing everyone, seeing everybody and catching up, seeing what's going on," Annika Sorenstam, the World Golf Hall-of-Famer, said Tuesday. "It's so fun, because you've got 120 players here and we're all just excited to play and compete at a different level than maybe before. But we all try, and we're out there with our caddies reading the greens and trying to get the yardage books.
"It's like old times, but it's not really old times. But it's kind of fun to be back and do it.
#tuesday #expect #we 're
28 days ago
Lynne Spears is one proud grandma.
Britney Spears' mother shared some sweet snaps from her summer with her multiple grandchildren, including the pop icon's two sons – Sean Preston and Jayden James — on Instagram on Monday, August 17. One of the photos she posted to Instagram featured the two young men walking the runway at Paris Fashion Week.
"So proud of JJ and Preston walking in Paris Fashion Week," Lynne, 71, wrote across the picture.
Another image showed Jayden, 19, posing with a girl in front of the Eiffel Tower, which Lynne ***** led, "JJ and his beautiful girlfriend in Paris!"
She also included several photos of her daughter Jamie Lynn Spears' children — Maddie, 18, and Ivey, 8 — as well as her son Bryan Spears' daughter, Lexie, 15.
#lynne #jayden #Instagram #fashion
Britney Spears' mother shared some sweet snaps from her summer with her multiple grandchildren, including the pop icon's two sons – Sean Preston and Jayden James — on Instagram on Monday, August 17. One of the photos she posted to Instagram featured the two young men walking the runway at Paris Fashion Week.
"So proud of JJ and Preston walking in Paris Fashion Week," Lynne, 71, wrote across the picture.
Another image showed Jayden, 19, posing with a girl in front of the Eiffel Tower, which Lynne ***** led, "JJ and his beautiful girlfriend in Paris!"
She also included several photos of her daughter Jamie Lynn Spears' children — Maddie, 18, and Ivey, 8 — as well as her son Bryan Spears' daughter, Lexie, 15.
#lynne #jayden #Instagram #fashion
28 days ago
ARDMORE, Pa. — Jack Whaley of England used double gloves, needed an umbrella, was stung by a wasp at rainy Merion Golf Club and still pushed through the inconveniences to cap a tremendous tournament and hold off Jay Leng Jr. to win the U.S. Amateur on Sunday.
Whaley should keep the rain jacket.
The 22-year-old English amateur golfer from Doncaster gets to soak up the spoils that come with winning amateur golf's greatest prize.
With skies finally clear on the rain-slogged course, Whaley sank his final putt to clinch the 36-hole final, 4 and 3, and hugged it out with his caddie — his father, Andy. Whaley's mother ran out to join them for a family embrace while Andy gripped the famed wicker basket flagstick.
Whaley broke down in tears as he held the Havemeyer Trophy and dedicated the win to his father, who never stopped encouraging his son to play, even as he kept missing cuts as a teenager.
#merion
Whaley should keep the rain jacket.
The 22-year-old English amateur golfer from Doncaster gets to soak up the spoils that come with winning amateur golf's greatest prize.
With skies finally clear on the rain-slogged course, Whaley sank his final putt to clinch the 36-hole final, 4 and 3, and hugged it out with his caddie — his father, Andy. Whaley's mother ran out to join them for a family embrace while Andy gripped the famed wicker basket flagstick.
Whaley broke down in tears as he held the Havemeyer Trophy and dedicated the win to his father, who never stopped encouraging his son to play, even as he kept missing cuts as a teenager.
#merion
28 days ago
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Maverick McNealy had an American Airlines flight home to Las Vegas on Sunday evening, just like he did two years ago when he ran up against the top-50 bubble at the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
In 2024, he arrived in Memphis 59th in points and came up short (53rd) in his quest to advance to the BMW Championship and, more importantly, qualify for the '25 signature events.
This time he was 50th to start the week and spent most of the final round teetering on the edge of the bubble until he birdied two of his last seven holes to move to 49th on the points list. With his spot at the BMW Championship secured, McNealy canceled his flight home.
"[His brother and caddie] Scout is going to extend his rental car, and we're going to drive up the river tomorrow morning [to St. Louis, Missouri]. So, I'm very happy to be canceling that flight tonight," McNealy smiled.
Unlike last year's volatility, when five players played their way into the top 50 in Memphis, just one player, Sungae Im, managed to climb inside the number, thanks to a fifth-place finish at TPC Southwind. That left Keith Mitchell, who began the week at 49th on the list, on the outside of the top 50 after his tie for 34th.
#flight #home #points
In 2024, he arrived in Memphis 59th in points and came up short (53rd) in his quest to advance to the BMW Championship and, more importantly, qualify for the '25 signature events.
This time he was 50th to start the week and spent most of the final round teetering on the edge of the bubble until he birdied two of his last seven holes to move to 49th on the points list. With his spot at the BMW Championship secured, McNealy canceled his flight home.
"[His brother and caddie] Scout is going to extend his rental car, and we're going to drive up the river tomorrow morning [to St. Louis, Missouri]. So, I'm very happy to be canceling that flight tonight," McNealy smiled.
Unlike last year's volatility, when five players played their way into the top 50 in Memphis, just one player, Sungae Im, managed to climb inside the number, thanks to a fifth-place finish at TPC Southwind. That left Keith Mitchell, who began the week at 49th on the list, on the outside of the top 50 after his tie for 34th.
#flight #home #points
29 days ago
Tesehki - Big Lex
Tesehki and Big Lex threw down for three rounds, and I'm convinced, if Big Lex had taken boxing or another sport seriously, she would have a serious opportunity. Lex won a unanimous decision.
While the ladies won't be confused for Claressa Shields and Kaye Scott anytime soon, they definitely upstaged Ray J and Orlando Brown, a celebrity boxing match that was sadly comedic just before them. Lex and Tesehki are stars of Zeus Network's Baddies reality show where brawls are commonplace. Lex showed she is a real athlete and Tesehki is plenty tough and durable. Let's talk boxing.
Winner: Big Lex
Opponent: Tesehki
#tesehki #baddies
Tesehki and Big Lex threw down for three rounds, and I'm convinced, if Big Lex had taken boxing or another sport seriously, she would have a serious opportunity. Lex won a unanimous decision.
While the ladies won't be confused for Claressa Shields and Kaye Scott anytime soon, they definitely upstaged Ray J and Orlando Brown, a celebrity boxing match that was sadly comedic just before them. Lex and Tesehki are stars of Zeus Network's Baddies reality show where brawls are commonplace. Lex showed she is a real athlete and Tesehki is plenty tough and durable. Let's talk boxing.
Winner: Big Lex
Opponent: Tesehki
#tesehki #baddies
29 days ago
When the Tennessee **** ans took the practice field on Aug. 15 just a shade before 2:30 p.m., the AccuWeather "RealFeel" was 110 degrees and the heat index was a much-milder 104 in Nashville. So let's start off **** ans observations by highlighting the real heroes of the day: the hydration squad.
By The Tennessean's count, the **** ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an **** embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The **** ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#took #degrees #staffers
By The Tennessean's count, the **** ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an **** embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The **** ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#took #degrees #staffers
29 days ago
When the Tennessee ******* ans took the practice field on Aug. 15 just a shade before 2:30 p.m., the AccuWeather "RealFeel" was 110 degrees and the heat index was a much-milder 104 in Nashville. So let's start off ******* ans observations by highlighting the real heroes of the day: the hydration squad.
By The Tennessean's count, the ******* ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an ******* embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The ******* ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#water #Titans
By The Tennessean's count, the ******* ans had at least a dozen water runners on the field at all times. After practice, one of the staffers estimated for The Tennessean that they went through the equivalent of 20-30 bags of ice to make everything work. This is part of an ******* embly-line process wherein the water runners bring caddies of four-to-six squeeze-top water bottles over to a golf cart with three multi-gallon coolers filled with ice water and a big green ladle. Some of the squeeze bottles are marked off with tape or elastic wristbands to signify they're the ones to be spiked with electrolyte powders and packets from companies like LMNT (specifically the raspberry flavor) and DripDrop. The cart is also stocked with dozens of fresh towels and mini bottles of Gatorade on ice to be used as needed.
During the 10 minutes of the opening team period alone, staffers refilled 29 water bottles.
The all-hands-on-deck mentality was evident. One staffer joking asked media in the middle of practice to hop over the ropes and help "water the players." The ******* ans even took a 10-minute halftime in practice so players could go into the cold room and cool off.
"You acclimate yourself to this weather," coach Robert Saleh said. "The first couple of weeks of September you don't know what the heck you're going to get. It could be 93 degrees with 90% humidity or it could be a cool fall day in the upper Midwest. You just don't know."
#water #Titans
1 month ago
ARDMORE, Pa. – Having just finished 36 holes of stroke play at this 126th U.S. Amateur in 2 over par, Luke Poulter walked out of the scoring tent behind Merion's 18th hole on Tuesday afternoon and exclaimed, "I'm going to need a miracle."
His caddie has seen miracles around this place before.
Florida head coach J.C. Deacon, who is on the bag for his star rising senior, reached the semifinals of the 2005 U.S. Amateur at Merion before his opponent, Dillon Dougherty, won each of the last two holes with improbable shots that still get Deacon emotional thinking about them.
"I went from winning and playing in the Masters to it being over just like that," Deacon said.
Trailing Deacon 1 down with two holes to play, Dougherty missed the green left at the par-3 17th, prompting Deacon to say to himself on the long walk down to the green, I'm going to the Masters. But Dougherty then chipped in for birdie to win the hole and tie the match. On the next hole, the par-4 18th, Dougherty hit the broadcast booth with his approach and faced a 50-yard shot from a nasty lie. But again, Dougherty produced some magic, hitting a full flop that clanked off the flagstick to stone dead.
#holes #masters
His caddie has seen miracles around this place before.
Florida head coach J.C. Deacon, who is on the bag for his star rising senior, reached the semifinals of the 2005 U.S. Amateur at Merion before his opponent, Dillon Dougherty, won each of the last two holes with improbable shots that still get Deacon emotional thinking about them.
"I went from winning and playing in the Masters to it being over just like that," Deacon said.
Trailing Deacon 1 down with two holes to play, Dougherty missed the green left at the par-3 17th, prompting Deacon to say to himself on the long walk down to the green, I'm going to the Masters. But Dougherty then chipped in for birdie to win the hole and tie the match. On the next hole, the par-4 18th, Dougherty hit the broadcast booth with his approach and faced a 50-yard shot from a nasty lie. But again, Dougherty produced some magic, hitting a full flop that clanked off the flagstick to stone dead.
#holes #masters
1 month ago
Joel Embiid has his best chance to win an NBA championship in over six years, but he cannot let this opportunity slip.
Embiid has never had a starting five as good as the one the 76ers have put together heading into the 2026-27 NBA season.
However, with his injury history and track record in the playoffs, Embiid must recognise how important it is that he gets it right.
Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images
Speaking on NBA Today, ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin talked about Joel Embiid's mindset coming into the 2026-27 season, and his ambitions to return to the best version of himself.
#joel #images
Embiid has never had a starting five as good as the one the 76ers have put together heading into the 2026-27 NBA season.
However, with his injury history and track record in the playoffs, Embiid must recognise how important it is that he gets it right.
Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images
Speaking on NBA Today, ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin talked about Joel Embiid's mindset coming into the 2026-27 season, and his ambitions to return to the best version of himself.
#joel #images
1 month ago
Aug. 10—BEMIDJI — For the fifth consecutive season, the Bemidji State women's soccer team was voted as one of the top three teams in the NSIC.
In the NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll released on Monday, the Beavers were ranked third in the conference. They've been voted top three in the conference in eight of the last nine seasons. Defending NSIC champions Minnesota State was ranked first, while Concordia-St. Paul was ranked second.
"I think what excites me most about this years teams is the togetherness that they share," head coach Jim Stone said in a release. "We had a great spring together and the group really bonded and created both an identity and a hunger. They are ready to lead and welcome our very talented freshmen in. I think the combination of our leadership, youth & talent is a great recipe and I'm excited to see how it is lived out this fall both on and off the field."
Junior Madisen Fritel was named the Beavers' preseason offensive player to watch. She appeared in all 21 matches last season, totaling seven points off three goals and an **** ist.
"Maddie lives out the values of our program as well as anyone on our roster," Stone said. "When she plays you can see how much she loves the game and her teammates. She makes an investment in every training session which pushes her teammates and has allowed her to grow and develop. She's an incredible athlete who puts a lot of pressure on defensives and allows us to play off of her."
#nsic #bemidji #preseason
In the NSIC Preseason Coaches Poll released on Monday, the Beavers were ranked third in the conference. They've been voted top three in the conference in eight of the last nine seasons. Defending NSIC champions Minnesota State was ranked first, while Concordia-St. Paul was ranked second.
"I think what excites me most about this years teams is the togetherness that they share," head coach Jim Stone said in a release. "We had a great spring together and the group really bonded and created both an identity and a hunger. They are ready to lead and welcome our very talented freshmen in. I think the combination of our leadership, youth & talent is a great recipe and I'm excited to see how it is lived out this fall both on and off the field."
Junior Madisen Fritel was named the Beavers' preseason offensive player to watch. She appeared in all 21 matches last season, totaling seven points off three goals and an **** ist.
"Maddie lives out the values of our program as well as anyone on our roster," Stone said. "When she plays you can see how much she loves the game and her teammates. She makes an investment in every training session which pushes her teammates and has allowed her to grow and develop. She's an incredible athlete who puts a lot of pressure on defensives and allows us to play off of her."
#nsic #bemidji #preseason
1 month ago
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - AUGUST 4: Adley Rutschman #31 of the Boston Red Sox walks off the field after a win against the Chicago White Sox on August 4, 2026 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)
The Boston Red Sox have been on an astounding winning tear and have yet to enjoy contributions from a surprise superstar trade addition made just before the trade deadline.
But Saturday finally provided the first glimpse of what Adley Rutschman, acquired from the division rival Baltimore Orioles in a surprise blockbuster, could bring to the lineup.
Phillies Superstar Attacks Blue Jays' Disappointment After In-Game Altercation
The three-time All-Star catcher had not played since July 18 because of left wrist inflammation, meaning his arrival in Boston hasn't forced a change on the big-league roster a change to the team's strong momentum.
#trade
The Boston Red Sox have been on an astounding winning tear and have yet to enjoy contributions from a surprise superstar trade addition made just before the trade deadline.
But Saturday finally provided the first glimpse of what Adley Rutschman, acquired from the division rival Baltimore Orioles in a surprise blockbuster, could bring to the lineup.
Phillies Superstar Attacks Blue Jays' Disappointment After In-Game Altercation
The three-time All-Star catcher had not played since July 18 because of left wrist inflammation, meaning his arrival in Boston hasn't forced a change on the big-league roster a change to the team's strong momentum.
#trade
1 month ago
The conversation surrounding transgender athletes in sports is heating up again. It has taken the WNBA world by storm, and now Enes Kanter-Freedom has involved himself.
Sophie Cunningham spoke about wanting to protect women's sports, and it has unleashed an intense debate. The biggest current topic in the WNBA world is whether trans athletes should be allowed to play.
Opposing views have been shared. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve and Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase spoke out in support of inclusivity. They've been called out by various prominent figures, including Stephen A. Smith.
And now former NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom has decided to get involved, too. Except he's doing it in a much more direct manner than anyone else.
Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images
#WNBA #sports #spoke #coach
Sophie Cunningham spoke about wanting to protect women's sports, and it has unleashed an intense debate. The biggest current topic in the WNBA world is whether trans athletes should be allowed to play.
Opposing views have been shared. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve and Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase spoke out in support of inclusivity. They've been called out by various prominent figures, including Stephen A. Smith.
And now former NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom has decided to get involved, too. Except he's doing it in a much more direct manner than anyone else.
Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images
#WNBA #sports #spoke #coach
1 month ago
1. Seattle legend Jess Fishlock subs on and scores game-winner in 3-2 victory
Women's soccer legend Jess Fishlock is going out with a bang in her retirement season scoring the late game-winner for Seattle Reign less than two minutes after substituting on.
The Reign took a 2-0 lead only 10 minutes in with goals by Mia Fishel and Maddie Dahlien in the sixth and 10th minutes respectively. Bay FC then responded with a goal of their own in the 14th minute by Hannnah Bebar. Bay FC created a few more chances than the Reign in the second half and equalized in the 75th minute with a set piece in which Keira Barry was hiding and got completely open in a wide area.
Bay FC pushed for the winner in the next few minutes, but the Reign weathered the storm then took advantage of a counter in the 85th minute. Seattle stole a throw-in pass by Bay near the midfield and quickly sent a long ball up to Fishlock. The Welsh legend allowed the long ball to bounce once and headed it forward before knocking it in with her right foot for the win.
2. NC Courage decimate Orlando Pride
#winner #game
Women's soccer legend Jess Fishlock is going out with a bang in her retirement season scoring the late game-winner for Seattle Reign less than two minutes after substituting on.
The Reign took a 2-0 lead only 10 minutes in with goals by Mia Fishel and Maddie Dahlien in the sixth and 10th minutes respectively. Bay FC then responded with a goal of their own in the 14th minute by Hannnah Bebar. Bay FC created a few more chances than the Reign in the second half and equalized in the 75th minute with a set piece in which Keira Barry was hiding and got completely open in a wide area.
Bay FC pushed for the winner in the next few minutes, but the Reign weathered the storm then took advantage of a counter in the 85th minute. Seattle stole a throw-in pass by Bay near the midfield and quickly sent a long ball up to Fishlock. The Welsh legend allowed the long ball to bounce once and headed it forward before knocking it in with her right foot for the win.
2. NC Courage decimate Orlando Pride
#winner #game
1 month ago
Wisconsin women's basketball will enter the 2026-27 season with a reshaped roster featuring a combination of returning experience and new backcourt talent.
Iowa transfers Addie Deal and Teagan Mallegni are among the Badgers' most notable offseason additions, while Kyrah Daniels' decision to remain at Wisconsin gives the program an important source of continuity.
Deal joined Wisconsin after one season at Iowa. She was a highly regarded prospect coming out of high school and gives the Badgers another young guard with the ability to develop into a significant part of the program's future.
Her fellow Iowa transfer, Mallegni, returns to her home state after starring at McFarland High School. Mallegni's addition provides Wisconsin with another experienced perimeter option and a player already familiar with the state's basketball community.
As for Daniels, she considered her options following the 2025-26 season before deciding to return to Madison. She discussed that decision during a recent media availability featured on the Locked On Badgers show.
#iowa #mallegni #daniels #school
Iowa transfers Addie Deal and Teagan Mallegni are among the Badgers' most notable offseason additions, while Kyrah Daniels' decision to remain at Wisconsin gives the program an important source of continuity.
Deal joined Wisconsin after one season at Iowa. She was a highly regarded prospect coming out of high school and gives the Badgers another young guard with the ability to develop into a significant part of the program's future.
Her fellow Iowa transfer, Mallegni, returns to her home state after starring at McFarland High School. Mallegni's addition provides Wisconsin with another experienced perimeter option and a player already familiar with the state's basketball community.
As for Daniels, she considered her options following the 2025-26 season before deciding to return to Madison. She discussed that decision during a recent media availability featured on the Locked On Badgers show.
#iowa #mallegni #daniels #school
1 month ago
Welcome back to the NUFH Notebook! This week, we're taking a deeper dive into the newest additions to Tracey Fuchs' squad. 2026 will prove to be a pivotal year for the 'Cats, with massive turnover on the horizon. In order to keep the "win now" window open, they'll need to develop talent from the bottom up.
These are the seven names to keep an eye on.
Freedman is one piece that will seek to fill the massive void that two-time Honda Sport Award winner Maddie Zimmer leaves after her departure. She brings years of U18 and U21 national team experience to Northwestern.
Freedman also represented the state of Western Australia during her high school years, one of her best performances came at the 2023 Australia U18 Championships, where she scored a brace in pool play after recording a hat trick in the U21 bronze medal game just two months earlier.
Freedman finds herself part of a deep midfield group in preparation for the fall and is one of five newcomers looking to break in alongside returning starters Laura Salamanca and Emilie Kirschner. However, her advantage is her strong resume at one of the highest levels of field hockey on the planet.
#nufh
These are the seven names to keep an eye on.
Freedman is one piece that will seek to fill the massive void that two-time Honda Sport Award winner Maddie Zimmer leaves after her departure. She brings years of U18 and U21 national team experience to Northwestern.
Freedman also represented the state of Western Australia during her high school years, one of her best performances came at the 2023 Australia U18 Championships, where she scored a brace in pool play after recording a hat trick in the U21 bronze medal game just two months earlier.
Freedman finds herself part of a deep midfield group in preparation for the fall and is one of five newcomers looking to break in alongside returning starters Laura Salamanca and Emilie Kirschner. However, her advantage is her strong resume at one of the highest levels of field hockey on the planet.
#nufh
1 month ago
New Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal met with reporters on Monday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, one day after he was acquired as the showcase piece of this year's trade deadline, and one day before the left-hander makes his pitching debut with his new team.
From Fabian Ardaya at The Athletic:
"Every team could trade for me," Skubal said. "Every team can make that acquisition. I don't really sympathize with people that blame the Dodgers for anything they've done."
Skubal had kind words to say about his new team, per Maddie Lee of the Los Angeles Times:
"They've developed a really good organization. They draft well. They acquire talent really well. They retain talent. It's a winning organization. Now the complaints seem to be [happening] because they've won the last two World Series. I don't think it was like that three years ago. So I don't really sympathize with people that are complaining. Because the Dodgers do all the right things."
#team #sympathize
From Fabian Ardaya at The Athletic:
"Every team could trade for me," Skubal said. "Every team can make that acquisition. I don't really sympathize with people that blame the Dodgers for anything they've done."
Skubal had kind words to say about his new team, per Maddie Lee of the Los Angeles Times:
"They've developed a really good organization. They draft well. They acquire talent really well. They retain talent. It's a winning organization. Now the complaints seem to be [happening] because they've won the last two World Series. I don't think it was like that three years ago. So I don't really sympathize with people that are complaining. Because the Dodgers do all the right things."
#team #sympathize
2 months ago
Golfer Charley Hull has told critics to "lighten up" after receiving backlash for a scratchcard prank she played on her caddie.
In the lead up to the ongoing Women's Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes, Hull revealed she had purchased the ticket in a Blackpool joke shop and used it to trick caddie Adam Woodward into believing he had won £100,000 – a moment she caught on camera.
While many people have seen the funny side of the incident, Hull has faced criticism both on social media and from figures within golf, including four-time major winner Dame Laura Davies, who described the stunt as "extremely cruel" when asked about it on commentary.
However, Hull has refused to apologise for her actions, with the 30-year-old stating she would "100%" do it again.
Thitikul leads Open as Ryu and Kuwaki chase
#hull #caddie #golfer
In the lead up to the ongoing Women's Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes, Hull revealed she had purchased the ticket in a Blackpool joke shop and used it to trick caddie Adam Woodward into believing he had won £100,000 – a moment she caught on camera.
While many people have seen the funny side of the incident, Hull has faced criticism both on social media and from figures within golf, including four-time major winner Dame Laura Davies, who described the stunt as "extremely cruel" when asked about it on commentary.
However, Hull has refused to apologise for her actions, with the 30-year-old stating she would "100%" do it again.
Thitikul leads Open as Ryu and Kuwaki chase
#hull #caddie #golfer
2 months ago
LYTHAM ST. ANNES, England — Jeeno Thitikul took the first step toward the missing prize of her career Thursday when she opened with a 7-under 64 at Royal Lytham & St. Annes for a two-shot lead over Haeran Ryu and Shiho Kuwaki of ***** an in the AIG Women's Open.
Thitikul, one of only two players to have been No. 1 in women's world ranking without ever having won a major, made three straight birdies early in her afternoon round and kept bogeys off her card the rest of the way.
The 23-year-old Thai has been overlooked during the LPGA major season dominated by Ryu and Nelly Korda, who have split the four majors. Korda, who replaced Thitikul at No. 1 in April, won the first two majors and Ryu won the next two.
Ryu put herself in good position to make it three in a row — not since Inbee Park in 2013 has anyone claimed three straight majors — with two birdies on her last three holes for a 66. She won the Women's PGA at Hazeltine and closed with 60 to win the Evian Championship.
"I was so amazed, and I asked my caddie why I'm playing well this week," Ryu said. "I think it's because I'm more calm and enjoying the golf more, that's why these days my golf is going pretty well."
#lytham #korda #major
Thitikul, one of only two players to have been No. 1 in women's world ranking without ever having won a major, made three straight birdies early in her afternoon round and kept bogeys off her card the rest of the way.
The 23-year-old Thai has been overlooked during the LPGA major season dominated by Ryu and Nelly Korda, who have split the four majors. Korda, who replaced Thitikul at No. 1 in April, won the first two majors and Ryu won the next two.
Ryu put herself in good position to make it three in a row — not since Inbee Park in 2013 has anyone claimed three straight majors — with two birdies on her last three holes for a 66. She won the Women's PGA at Hazeltine and closed with 60 to win the Evian Championship.
"I was so amazed, and I asked my caddie why I'm playing well this week," Ryu said. "I think it's because I'm more calm and enjoying the golf more, that's why these days my golf is going pretty well."
#lytham #korda #major
