I died this afternoon. Actually, looking back I think I died 17 times this afternoon. Luckily, in this scenario reincarnation was a very real thing. Watching Ariya Jutanugarn collapsing on the back nine in the final round of the 2018 United States Open, memories of past implosions…notably the 2016 ANA Inspiration…were freshly resurrected. If she … Continue reading
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Michelle Wie US Women’s Open 2014 Trophy Ceremony
With the allotted broadcast time winding down once Michelle Wie dropped in her final putt to seal victory at the 2014 US Women’s Open, it’s terrific that Pinehurst shared the video of the trophy ceremony. Not only did Michelle receive her gold medal and trophy, Stacy Lewis also received her silver medal as the second … Continue reading
2014 US Women’s Open Champion Michelle Wie Does The Big Apple Media Tour
Michelle Wie was the toast of the town as the 2014 US Women’s Open champion. She took her trophy to New York City, appearing on the Today Show, CNN, Fox & Friends and even doing a street interview for TMZ. In the TMZ interview, she reveals taking money off basketball legend Michael Jordan in some … Continue reading
Michelle Wie Wins 2014 United States Women’s Open
Michelle Wie, Major Champion. Michelle Wie, United States Women’s Open Champion. For her legions of fans (including me), those are words we have longed to hear. In a week where 11-year old Lucy Li charmed the golf world, it was a former child prodigy, Michelle Wie, who fulfilled the promise and potential many saw in … Continue reading
Michelle Wie, Amy Yang Tied For Lead After Third Round Of 2014 US Women’s Open
Michelle Wie and Amy Yang both stand 18 challenging holes away from a career defining victory. Amy has been a runner-up before at the US Women’s Open. A player that reminds many of South Korean pioneer Se Ri Pak, Yang might duplicate one of her idol’s accomplishments. It was Se Ri’s 1998 US Women’s Open … Continue reading
Michelle Wie Leads 2014 US Women’s Open After Round 2; 11-Year Old Lucy Li Misses Cut
In a tournament that features a record 11-year old qualifier, Lucy Li, it is a former child prodigy who holds the lead at the midway point of the 2014 United States Women’s Open. Michelle Wie, who qualified for the US Amateur Women’s Public Links at a then record 10-years old, won it at a record … Continue reading
Inbee Park’s Victory Tour
I wondered if Inbee Park’s incredible achievement of winning the first 3 Majors of the LPGA season would garner her the respect she deserve. While I still maintain that it pales compared to what a PGA player would receive in adulation and celebration, I must admit that the doors of mainstream media are opening up … Continue reading
I Got You, Babe! Inbee Park Matches Zaharias By Winning First Three Majors Of The Year
If world #1 Inbee Park felt the pressure of golf history weighing down upon her, she didn’t show it outwardly. The 2012 Vare Trophy and LPGA Money List winner went about the business of capturing the 2013 US Women’s Open with the same calm disposition she collected the titles at the first two Majors of … Continue reading
Inbee Park Extends Lead After 3rd Round Of 2013 US Women’s Open, Stands 18 Holes From History
Even the legendary Annika Sorenstam admits that after winning the 2005 Kraft Nabisco Championship and LPGA Championship she felt tremendous pressure going for 3 for 3 at the 2005 US Open. It proved too much weight as Annika finished tied for 23rd at 12-over par. If Inbee Park is feeling similar pressure going for an … Continue reading
Inbee Park Seizes Lead As 2nd Round Of 2013 US Women’s Open Suspended, Halfway Home To History
Wow. I mean…just, wow. I knew Inbee Park was good coming into 2013. She went down to the wire, literally, with Stacy Lewis last year fighting for Player of the Year honors. This I never saw coming, though. After a 2nd round 4-under pushed her to 9-under overall, Inbee is halfway home to history. She’s … Continue reading
