Thailand’s Junthima Gulyanamitta Wins 2011 LPGA Qualifying School

It’s been a pretty good end of the year for fans (like myself) of Thai golfers. First, Ariya Jutanugarn wins 2011 Rolex Junior Player of the Year. Now, Junthima Gulyanamitta wins the 2011 LPGA Qualifying School, overtaking Christine Song, who had led for four rounds, by 2 strokes. A member of the 2010 Purdue NCAA … Continue reading →

Malaysian Golfer Jean Chua Gets Last Minute Call To Final Round Of LPGA Q-School

Malaysian golfer Jean Chua thought her 2011 season was over after the 2011 Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia. She was in the late season LPGA event as a sponsor’s exemption. Sime Darby also has a three-year sponsorship deal with Jean, assisting her with obtaining top level coaching and entry fees. Now she has a chance to … Continue reading →

Aree Song Wins 2010 LPGA Qualifying School Tournament

On a day when high scores littered the leaderboard, Aree Song’s 1-over 73 was enough to earn medalist honors at the 2010 LPGA Qualifying School tournament. Song, of South Korean and Thai heritage, finished at 6-under overall, two better than fourth round leader, amateur Jessica Korda. Korda stumbled with a 5-over 77 as her two … Continue reading →

Jessica Korda Surges Into Lead At Q-school With Fourth Round 69; Aree Song Two Shots Back

Following her sizzling 66 in the third round, Jessica Korda took over top spot at the LPGA Qualifying School Tournament with a fourth round 69. Korda is at 9-under overall, two shots ahead of Aree Song and three shots ahead of third round leader Libby Smith. Korda is currently the #1 ranked amateur. Current Start … Continue reading →