Professional golfer and author. Civil Rights activist. Black Lives Matter. Lover of love and laughter! ENJOY THE RIDE! Proud
@pxg
ambassador
#PXGTroops
I’ve included below a ten min (9:59 tbf) of an IGTV where I discuss where I am with regards to what’s taking place right now. Please don’t judge my uncomfortable mannerism... looking into a camera is an odd sensation. Let’s WANT to make change happen.
I mean... if you’re concerned about your brand, don’t act a fool, maybe...? Own up to your shit. Passion =/= throwing a tantrum and expect to not be caught. Your money is tied to your image. So uphold your end of the deal, brah.
First top ten in literal years on
@LPGA
. I guess hard work, blood, sweat, literal tears and unrelenting belief in oneself can actually let you achieve things. Couldn’t have done it without The Moo. Chur, bru!!!
LOL I love how the men are losing their minds over Shinnecock, but at least their course had green grass everywhere and they’re not playing in a bog with mud balls left and right. And yet the girls didn’t go into an uproar.
Pretty awesome feeling to have given it my all and to come out with a top ten. Been a while since my last one, and so thankful
@ShopRiteLPGA
for committing to and providing
@lpga
a chance to play
@Seaviewgolf
in these trying times. Congrats
@melreidgolf
, ABOUT DAMNED TIME!❤️
Not sure how I didn’t see this years ago, but stumbled upon it on Insta. Your daughter is a rockstar and I love to see this. Also, I could use that kind of clubhead speed one handed! Please thank her for being an inspiration to me!
Five years ago my daughter, Kendall, lost use of her left hand after having radiation to treat her brain
#AVM
. Last week she embraced the idea of learning to play one-handed & had her first lesson. It will take some time but she’s on her way
#proudmom
#resiliency
#avmsurvivor
Wow,
@TomAbbottGC
I never took you to be such an unimaginative golfer. Cheers, my guy.
Also, assessed the area and saw no signs of snakes or gators. Besides, I’ve had a good run and I go when I go.
We are on 7th hole (our 16th) almost 600-yard par 5. Christina has 181 for third. Has 5-hybrid and she just flat chunked it.
We walk up to the ball, we know have like 90. And she says.
“Same 5-hybrid?”
Thanks for the kind words and constructive criticism today! Sorry that y’all stuck with me for the next three days! Working on keeping my trap shut! Not an easy task for me! Tune in from 7am EST tomorrow!!!
I am SO PUMPED
@lpga
is bringing match play back to the schedule!! And what a place to bring it back to in Shadow Creek! Get excited bc it is
@LPGAMatchPlay
week!!!!
Last person on the range with my dad at my very first
@uswomensopen
at
@PineNeedlesGolf
in 2001. 3rd low amateur. GOLF SANDALS, handmade hemp bracelets and necklaces, 3 irons, balls that spun and square grooves. I WAS COOL!!!
PFUCK YEAH, PFIZER! Shot one done!!!!!! I teared up when I got it bc it provides hope. Do your part to end this hellscape we’ve been in for over a year. I’ll still be masked up for a long time, and am happy to do so to keep everyone safe.
Today was my first time playing with
@NellyKorda
, and I ain’t fronting when I say I’m her biggest fan, cemented after today. I don’t know who you think you are, but it’s me, not you. I’ll fight you.
Been up since 3:41 this morning. Two mornings in a row. Could it, maybe, possibly.... be because I’m SO stoked to be returning to
@PGATOURLIVE
this week
@MemorialGolf
?! And that I’ll be doing coverage ALL. WEEK. LONG?! Methinks yes! Be sure to tune in and join in on the fun!!!
May we remember that no one knows anyone else’s story. In a time where vitriol is oft the first reaction, may we all take a breath and think about where our reaction truly stems from, and try to show grace based on the words one is reacting to. Kindness goes a long way.
Not playing fast enough. Not gathering your information BEFORE you get to the ball. Not giving a shit about the game enough to do your part. Not respecting your playing partners. Pretty simple.
6:30am flights seem like a great idea until you have to wake up at 3am. Then you hate em. THEN you get to a fairly quiet airport so you hate em less. THEN you struggle to sleep on the flight, so you hate em again. THEN you get to your destination early in the day so you love em.
T’was a stinky one. And for those who don’t know how to actually exit a bunker with consideration for the rest of the field, it’s out of the flat so the bunker can stay nice for everyone else and no reshaping and complicating the sand’s integrity on the slope.
@anainspiration
Let me fix this.
“The driver sucks” should be referencing the driver of the ball, not the golf club itself. Am I the only one who remembers grabbing drivers off the rack and making it work as a kid? Work on the challenge presented to you. First cut? Idk.. Play for a flyer, bruh.
Back on dat bidness! Scotland, here we come! Yes, my last covid test came back negative, but it’s been three days since I took it, and if I contracted it in the time between then and now, I’d want to do everything I can to stay safe and keep others safe. Much love!
If you miss the green, chances are you’re pulling out your lob wedge, regardless. I was taught to get the ball on the ground ASAP and have spent the off-season getting back to that. 8i, ball below my feet, running it up. Why don’t you give it a try your next practice session?
What an incredible honor to have hit the first tee shot off the first for the 76th
@uswomensopen
. Thank you
@USGA
for this moment. 0:20 was when I almost broke down in tears because of the pride I felt representing my hometown of San Jose, the Bay Area, the state of Cali, the USA
Not easy, but this was the first thing I learned to implement. Still working on it; thankfully I enjoy these special moments as much as the regular viewers!!!
In the middle of describing Collin Morikawa,
@TheChristinaKim
simply stopped talking while boom mics picked up a caddie-player convo. Just stopped!
It was amazing to hear a broadcaster pause and let the audience learn more about what they are watching. THEN provide the context.
Wow. What a week. So many thank yous for the chance to keep my card. If I hadn’t been granted the sponsor’s invitation by
@pelicanlpga
, and everything turned out the way it did, I would have finished 101 on the CME Points list, and would have had to go back to QSeries (no thanky)
So many thank you’s in order for the 50th
@ANAinspiration
! Top twenty to finish for me, which grants me into next year’s championship! Way to get professional golf’s major season underway!!!!
No matter who you are, or your opinions on a person, no one should be happy if anyone contracts the coronavirus. This disease can cause death, and we should all hope that anyone infected have a safe and speedy recovery, free of long term effects. Decency for all should prevail.
Asymmetrical haircut for the win! Last thing before heading home for a few weeks to rejuvenate and rebuild was visiting the beach and seeing the sun go down.
Less than two months until the next
@LPGA
tournament! It’s becoming a reality, and something I’ve dreamt of taking place this summer. Time to add a few more mph to my swing, drain more putts and continue to learn from every swing, every stroke, every battle that I encounter.
Nine birds and one bogey (slapped a 2’ putt that lipped out) on the card in the wind today! Haven’t had a round like that outside of a tournament in literal years! Played the ball as it lied all day, marked, putted everything out. Super fun times with Perrine, Patty, Andy Adrien!
So great to be back
@LPGA
season number 20! Though not quite the stretch I was hoping for, plenty of lessons still were learned! Got a few weeks off to reassess, relax and get started with prep for the next stretch!!!
In honor of the late, great RBG, I’m wearing my pearls on this, such an important day in all of our lives. Vote, people. Love. Cherish. Do what’s right for you. ❤️🤎🖤
Sounds wild to say, but this was one of the most revelatory weeks of my life. Thank you,
@acaseofthegolf1
for creating a safe space for me to really feel like I’ve rekindled who I am, as I’ve been internally on a search. Laughter, joy, love and peace fills my heart again. 1/5
We had a bunch of chances coming in, just couldn’t get putts to fall. Missing cuts sucks but there was a lot of positives today.
It was an awesome week. Thanks to
@TheChristinaKim
for having me on the bag.
I’m so lucky to have experiences like this. Thank you to all for
She's going back to the
#USWomensOpen
!
@TheChristinaKim
took a moment to talk about her round and her excitement to compete in the championship for a 17th time.
#MassGolf
Final Results:
An older man in a wheelchair came up to me and pointed at my suit and goggles and asked me “does that stuff work?” To which I told him “honestly, sir, this is my first flight post lockdown.” He nodded and said “well, as an older man, thank you for being considerate of someone
ACTUALLY, I gave her a high five and said “you just hit your first green in a professional tournament, fuck yeah!” Lololololol. Golf is great. And people need to root for her. She is a beautiful soul and needs a chance to see her dream come true.
Let me sum up Christina in one moment. Faith Kilgore the Monday Q was understandably very nervous on the first tee and hit a poor drive.
But hit a great second onto the green. Christina walked back up the fairway to her, gave her a high-five and told her to take a deep breath
For anyone asking, I pursued
@acaseofthegolf1
bc he’s a great guy, has a passion for the game and I know we will have a rollicking good time!!!
Also, I have some random ass proclivities that might make Ryan’s head essplode. Yay!
Thank you so much
@royalportrush
for the remarkable day! I couldn’t find a flaw with the course, which, for a snob like me, is HARD. TO. COME. BY. What a special day, and esp with beautiful weather! Rain all around but not a drop on us!
What an amazing feeling it was to be back out playing
@LPGA
today. I had SO many nerves that I hadn’t felt in YEARS coursing through my body on the first tee. The first seven holes, really. I am SO happy to be back! Quick dinner, quick phase 2 of the Bolognese and then sleep!
Haven’t heard this sound for five months. It’s such a wonderful feeling knowing I’m back. Thank you
@lpga
for the Drive On Championship here at
@InvernessClubGS
WOW
@HankHaney
. Way to go. Heaven forbid we celebrate the game of golf and all of the incredible golfers around the globe, male, female, those that fall between, or outside the spectrum. I work my ass off to be able to do what I love, and I’m lucky to love what I do.
Very disappointed to hear
@HankHaney
completely disparage women's golf and the
@LPGA
on his radio show. "I couldn't name 4 players. Wait, yes I could, I'll just go with Lee," Haney said. I'm not sure if that's more racist or sexist. Shame on you Hank.
Oh I’ve done a deeeeeep dive into
@MrAndrewCotter
’s phenomenal feed. His voice, iconic. I could listen to him read the list of ingredients for a bottle of shampoo and be enthralled. Pure majesty.
Woof. Finally made it back to the states. I love you, Scotland. I’ll be back next year for some further sparring and maybe a little bit less unrequited love from you, perhaps? ❤️
It’s amazing what people can do with passion, dedication and love. This brought me so much joy and I’m so proud of you being able to make a difference to the homeless community!
the first
#CULTRelief
Truck has been running in LA for 3hrs & has passed out thousands of supplies to the homeless.
here’s a thread of pictures of what your support has become. im crying lol. thank u.
keep spreading the word. we will get to every city
Logged my second three mile run for the day. Eyebrows mostly stayed on after 27 holes of golf in 90° weather and then a run on a warm ass evening! Hurray for the small things!!!
So DAMNED PROUD to be a small part of such an incredible organization. I have shrvived racist and sexist vitriol, sexual harassment and an attempted sexual assault.
@lpga
you’ve helped make me a strong, independent woman with no fear in her heart, only love. ❤️
Ok folks, I’m going to go back to muting people that are coming to me to bitch to or with. If I do mute you, it’s not necessarily personal, I just don’t want to engage in things that don’t bring me joy. Nothing but love to you all!
If you want to learn more about what it takes to take care of your golf course, take the time to know your superintendent and agronomy crew. Actually, better yet, please do so regardless. They’re the reason we get our courses playable. Thank them. Recognize them. Appreciate them!
❤️❤️❤️
Whenever I watch the guys play this week I think “good lord they hit it so far” and EVERY male player I’ve spoken to says “good god, you all hit it so straight and accurately!” Much can be learned from both sides if we just open our eyes. Please PLEASE come watch us ALL!
One last pew before the restart!!! Good day of practice, got in nine holes and now I get to freak out with packing! Yaaaaaay!!!! Thank you all for following my journey during the lockdown.
Was up before 5:00am to pack up and then drove back home to Orlando and get in a morning workout with
@ryan_blackburn
bc I’m back to putting my competitor hat on and finishing up a week of prep for
@LPGA
restart next week!
ps I need to sleep
First off, it’s caddie. Way to go there, bud. Easy to make snide remarks when you don’t even have the balls to show your face. You keep being you, guy.
🐴🎩
Hey, thanks! Better to have been a disgrace before physically like you claim I was than a complete and utter asshole like you seem to be every single day of your life, based on your entire twitter feed! 🖕🏼💋
As someone who has been laughed at, ridiculed, called fat, called ugly, called every name under the sun... I embrace and love this campaign. Last time I checked, I don’t give a damn what anyone thinks of me as I fight for my own joys and happiness in life. I wish the same for you
As someone who has been laughed at and felt unwelcome by this organization and some of their players, I hope this is a positive step in the right direction! Love the message and hope we can all embrace our individuality while cheering each other on🙌🏻 We are stronger together!
Worked out hardcore this morning with
@ryan_blackburn
before getting my Covid booster and flu shot. Yep, same arm. Yep, I’m taking the day off in anticipation of some side effects. Working out before getting the shot helped with my second shot a load! Stay safe! ❤️❤️❤️
I am proud to say I am displaying "100" at
@NWAChampionship
. Walmart is investing $100M in racial equity initiatives. Thank you
@Walmart
for your commitment to the
@LPGA
and for choosing to recognize change needs to happen so the world can be a better, kinder, more equal place.
Pew pew!!!!
Bag on my back ✔️
Flying solo and loving it ✔️
Lettin that big dog eat ✔️
When you’re lucky enough to return to golf, please be sure to play with others in mind. Golf is a privilege and we need to keep ourselves and others safe. ❤️❤️❤️
#greaterthangolf
To anyone who says civil rights-be it rights for all colors, genders, religions, identities-be excluded from being discussed by golfers or other athletes needs to understand that at the base core of it all, we are one human race. We ALL deserve love, respect and compassion 💪🏻💪💪🏿
Dear
@tedcruz
,
Eat shit. How dare you think you don’t bear responsibility as well. How dare you think of yourself as a patriot, wanting to sow hatred and division in our nation. I repeat, eat shit.
Sincerely,
A person who almost always prefers compassion and kindness as responses
Sen. Cruz, who joined a doomed effort to "audit" the election results that was criticized as a publicity stunt, says President Trump "plainly bears some responsibility" for Wednesday's riot at the Capitol.
Really starting to use my right side in the downswing this off season, which will allow for a more balanced use of my body and hopefully more power with what seems like less effort. Hitting it hard without feeling like I’m swinging fast.
Huge thank you to Brian Henninger and
@amysimanton
for allowing some
@lpga
players the opportunity to get some indoor practice today!!! You have a delightful facility and we are so thankful you opened up your doors for us!
Did I have to do what is right for the integrity of the game? Ummmm yes. Rule 1.3b says if I see it and don’t report it I’m subject to disqualification. Read the rules and you know that’s paramount to the rules of golf.
For those that are asking-I’ve had such a blast already with
@acaseofthegolf1
. Ya girl been going through it the last few months and Ryan has been such a wonderful breath of fresh air! His golf IQ is very stupid high, like triple digits, and he has a sense of calm about him. 1/4
So many thank you’d to
@usga
@uswomensopen
@TheOlympicClub
for hosting the 76th USWO. It was so special and I was so honored to hit the first tee shot of the championship off the first hole. Not the week I wanted but grateful nonetheless. No one does it better. ❤️❤️❤️
This. This is why we play. Not for the money. Not for the travel. Not for the chance to play in front of throngs of fans. For moments like this. To make dreams come true. Hard work, determination and an unfaltering belief in oneself doesn’t come easily or in a linear line. ❤️
Okay. I need to clarify what I said last night. I said the Us never lost a session, whereas what I meant was that the US was never shut out of a session. It’s been a long but thrilling week that I’d do a thousand times again with no qualms. Brain bad.
Last bit of practice before my 6:52BDT tee time tomorrow
@LadiesScottish
. Played nine holes at the stunnnnnning Renaissance Club, putted, hit balls, did some shortgame. So esssited to be back in golf’s motherland. Thank you
@ASInvestments
for giving us the opportunity this week❤️