It helped that Brent and Kate had some experience scoring golf tournaments. “We had worked the 2022 French Lick Charity Classic, the LPGA’s Epson Tour event in French Lick back in August,” said Kate. “My dad and I were scorers and worked together at the event for several days. I have also worked many local tournaments (in Evansville) such as the Evansville Men’s City Tournament.” The LPGA players were kind and courteous to Brent and Kate, especially young Kate. “The players were very nice to me,” said Kate. “On the first tee, they came over and introduced themselves and thanked me for helping out. Also, during the round, several times they spoke to me. On Sunday, I was a bit cold so Yuka (Saso) and Patty (Tavatanakit) came over and each gave me an extra jacket from their bags. I was able to add a few layers and stay warm and dry.” The LPGA players expressed their true appreciation at the end of each round. “Each day after the round, the players thanked my dad and me for helping,” noted Kate, now in the sixth grade. “All of the players gave me a signed ball after the round, which was really nice of them. Patty also gave me a signed glove.” In addition to their roles as volunteers, Brent and Kate were able to watch many of the LPGA’s top players in action. “We were able to watch Nelly Korda and Lydia Ko a bit,” added Brent. “Kate was also able to participate in the in Girls Golf Clinic held on that Saturday afternoon.” Kate’s favorite LPGA players are Lexi Thompson, Lydia Ko, Nelly Korda, Jessica Korda, and Brooke Henderson. Indiana Golf Journal
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