Congratulations to Sophia Li - Winner of the Drive, Chip and Putt Girls 10-11 Division!
Sophia Li of Fresh Meadows, New York, made history as she made both putts, from 30 and 15 feet, to win the Girls 10, 11 Division at the Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals at Augusta National on Sunday. Li became the first girl in the six-year history of the event to make both.“It’s so exciting I can’t find a word for it, really,” Li said with a laugh. “It’s such a big event. I’m shocked to win it. It kind of feels like a responsibility to the other kids. I have to inspire them and allow them to follow their dreams.”

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Get to Know Our Four Finalists!


East Hampton, NY

AGE GROUP: 12 - 13

Home Course/Club: 
Montauk Downs State Park Golf Course, Montauk, NY

Q. Who is your golf teacher? 
Kevin Smith, PGA Professional at Montauk Downs, New York.

Q. If you could choose to play golf with a dream foursome, who would the other three people be? 
Tiger, Jordan and Ricky.

Q. What food would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National? 
Mac and cheese.



Forest Hills, NY

AGE GROUP: 7 - 9

Home Course/Club: 
North Shore Towers Country Club in Floral Park, NY

Q. What part of golf do you like to practice the most? 
Trick shots around the green.

Q. If you could choose to play golf with a dream foursome, who would the other three people be? 
My brother Leo, sister Amelie and coach Bob Bigonette, PGA.

Q. What food would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National? 
For an appetizer, calamari and oysters. For dinner, lobster and corn on the cob.


Goldens Bridge, NY
AGE GROUP: 14 - 15

Home Course/Club: 
Mahopac Golf Club in Mahopac, NY

Q. Who do you normally play golf with? 
My brother Chris.

Q. Do you have any superstitions as it relates to golf? If so, please describe:
I always have my lucky Augusta ball marker and my divot repair tool.

Q. What food would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National? 
Cornbeef, mac & cheese bites, wings from Buffalo Wild Wings, Mug Cream Soda and Nonna’s cookies (grandmother of best friend).



Fresh Meadows, NY
AGE GROUP: 10 - 11

Home Course/Club: 
Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point, Bronx, NY

Q. What do you like most about playing golf? 
What I like about golf is its flexibility. You can play golf for fun, but it can also be played competitively. It also can be played by all ages, young and old.

Q. What is your biggest achievement in golf? 
Qualifying for the Drive, Chip and Putt.

Q. What food would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National? 
Probably steak, pasta and chocolate fondue.

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