Asian Women – Minority Golf Magazine

Michelle Wie Steps Aside But Her Presence And Impact On Women’s Professional Golf Remains.

May 12, 2024May 12, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Born on October 11, 1989, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Wie turned professional at the young age of 15 and quickly made a name for herself in the golf world. Throughout her career, Wie has achieved numerous accomplishments. She won her first LPGA Tour event in 2009 at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational. Wie also won the U.S. Women’s Open in 2014, which was a significant milestone in her career. She has represented the United States in international competitions, including the Solheim Cup. Despite her success on the golf course, Wie has faced challenges, including injuries that have impacted her performance. In recent… Read More »

Dominance of Asian Women Golfers Continues With New Stars Every Year

May 12, 2024May 12, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Women’s professional golf in Asia has seen a significant rise in popularity and success in recent years. With players like Ayaka Furue, Hinako Shibuno, and Yuka Saso making waves on the international stage, Asian women golfers are proving to be a force the LPGA Tour will be reckoned with. One of the most notable players in Asian women’s golf is Ayaka Furue. Hailing from Japan, Furue quickly made a name for herself with her impressive skills on the course. Her dedication to the sport and natural talent have helped her succeed in various tournaments in Asia and worldwide. Asian women golfers, including… Read More »

Asian Golfer Lydia Ko is set to defend her title at the Aramco Saudi Ladies International Championship

January 18, 2024January 18, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Recently married Lydia Ko will lead a world-class field at the Saudi Arabian Royal Greens Golf & Country Club from February 15-18: Aramco Saudi Ladies International Presented by PIF – Riyadh Golf Club, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The elevated total prize of $5million is a first and marks a new high for women’s golf. Her experience and superb play to hold off Aditi Ashok earned her one of the richest payoffs in women’s golf history. $750,000.00 Last year Ko said: “I’m thrilled to see golf is moving towards equal prize money – it is something I believe all the ladies… Read More »

Ko Soars as Asian Women Golfers Dominate LPGA Tour

April 20, 2021April 20, 2021Herschel Caldwell0

Lydia Ko celebrates her record breaking win at the Lotte Championship Lydia Ko is a Korean-born New Zealand professional golfer who achieved World Number One status at the ripe old age of 17. This week’s win at the Lotte Championship was Ko’s first in three years, and came after she made physical, mental, and coaching changes. The “new” Lydia, some are saying, is far better than the old when she dominated the LPGA Tour in her march to number one. However, today’s LPGA Tour has many other women professionals who can putt, think well, and drive the ball longer than… Read More »

The total dominance of Asian women on the LPGA

November 7, 2018Herschel Caldwell0

By Herschel Caldwell Asian women to watch in 2019. The expectations are high, and they and many others are poised to continue domination of the Asian and LPGA Tours. The Jutanugarn sisters: Thailand Inbee Park, Korea Michelle Wie, USA Saranporn Langkulgasettrin, Thailand Pannarat Thanapolboonyaras, Thailand The revolving door at the top of the World’s Golf Rankings for women have a distinct Pacific Rim flavor. It’s refreshing and reflective of a trend toward golfing excellence that began nearly forty years ago. Changing social and economic norms. This was a period when the countries of the Far East were enjoying a… Read More »