Team USA On The Ropes At Solheim 2013 As Team Europe Takes A Commanding 10.5-5.5 Lead After Day 2

It was an Old World beatdown on day 2 at Solheim Cup 2013. After a positive morning foursome showing that saw them earned 2.5 points and close the deficit to 1 point (6.5 to 5.5), Team USA was swept in afternoon fourball 4 to 0 to fall behind Team Europe 10.5 to 5.5. In order … Continue reading →

Team Europe Wins 2011 Solheim Cup, Upsetting Team USA 15-13

A few days ago golf legend Annika Sorenstam said that it was important for Team Europe to win Solheim Cup 2011 to make the competition relevant. Wins in the last three events (2005, 2007 and 2009) by Team USA  coupled with 8 American wins in 11 Solheim Cups was threatening to make the premier team … Continue reading →

2011 Solheim Cup Friday Morning Foursome Pairings, More Interviews, Opening Ceremony and Practice Round Images

Now we get to the action for Solheim Cup 2011! I can feel the excitement building. Michelle Wie and Cristie Kerr (USA) will take on Maria Hjorth and Anna Nordqvist (EUR). Paula Creamer and Brittany Lincicome oppose Karen Stupples and Melissa Reid (EUR). Stacy Lewis and Angela Stanford (USA) face off with Catriona Matthew and … Continue reading →

2011 Solheim Cup Pre-Tournament Gala Dinner, More Interviews

I love all the pomp and circumstance with the Solheim Cup; not because it has anything to do with the golf that will soon follow, but because it goes to demonstrate how important this event is to all involved. For one of the few times in the sports year, women’s golf is showered with the … Continue reading →

2011 Solheim Cup: USA vs Europe, Who’s Your Pick?

All the talk will finally be put to rest. We will see if the top players on the US team can carry the day. Will the Europeans prove to be deeper from 6 to 12? How will the rookies do? Which captain’s picks will shine? Which will not? Solheim Cup 2011 from Killeen Castle in … Continue reading →

Alison Nicholas 2011 European Team Solheim Cup Q&A

With the 2011 Solheim Cup almost upon us, here is a look back at the announcement of the 2011 European Team as well as a brief Q&A with captain Alison Nicholas. Hopefully, it will be another great competition.

Alison Nicholas Solheim Cup Interview

Alison Nicholas, European captain, speaks to Carly Cummins at Killeen Castle about the upcoming Solheim Cup. Christina Kim trying to sneak a peek at the European team? Nooooo…of course not… 🙂

European Solheim Cup Practice

European captain Alison Nicholas called together a potential group of European Solheim Cup members for a practice session at the Ladies Irish Open. One of my favorites, Florentyna Parker, unfortunately doesn’t look to make the squad this time. I guess that’s irrelevant, since I’m rooting for Team USA anyway!