Alexis Thompson Destroys The Field At Stage I Of LPGA Qualifying Tournament

Wow. It’s no surprise that Alexis Thompson took medalist honors at Stage I of the LPGA Qualifying Tournament at Daytona Beach. But 23-under and clear of her closest competitor by 10 shots?! Alexis (or Lexi, si vous préférez) nailed three straight 66 rounds and a final round 67 to scorch the Champions Course at LPGA International. … Continue reading →

Miki Saiki Leads At Halfway Point Of 2011 Evian Masters

JLPGA star Miki Saiki birdied 6 of her first 11 holes en route to a 5-under second round, leaving her at 9-under overall and all alone atop the leaderboard at the midway point of the 2011 Evian Masters. Saiki’s solid round, which included hitting 14 of 18 greens in regulation, has her 1 shot clear … Continue reading →

Alexis Thompson Looking For Historic Win At 2011 Wegmans LPGA Championship

Can Alexis Thompson make history at the 2011 Wegmans LPGA Championship? We will see. She enters on a sponsor’s exemption. I don’t know if she will be holding the trophy at the end of the weekend, but I would certainly like to see young Lexi play well.

Alexis Thompson Enters Final Round Of 2011 Avnet LPGA Classic With A Chance At History, But I’m Singing A Different Song

I’m under no illusion that the press, particularly outside of South Korea, will not be  focused on much else besides teen Alexis Thompson’s bid to become the youngest LPGA winner in history going into the final round of the 2011 Avnet LPGA Classic. While that is certainly worthy of coverage, I choose to look at … Continue reading →

Avnet LPGA Classic Media Day

Formerly the Bell Micro Classic, the 2011 Avnet LPGA Classic conducted their media day. Last year, Se Ri Pak outdueled Brittany Lincicome and Suzann Pettersen in a thrilling playoff. All LPGA events benefit charities, and I am happy to see that Avnet is giving to the Wounded Warrior Project and Susan G. Komen For The … Continue reading →

Alexis Thompson Ready And Happy To Tee It Up At 2011 Avnet LPGA Classic

And I’m certain the LPGA is thrilled to have Alexis back on the course and, more importantly, in front of the cameras. Youth is certainly being served on the LPGA. With so many young champions and highly ranked players on tour, the next 10 years should be very competitive and exciting. Now, if only we … Continue reading →

Golfing World Interview With Alexis Thompson

Young, rising star Alexis Thompson is interviewed by Golfing World…