Lexi Thompson Makes History
On Sunday, September 18, Lexi Thompson made history. Winning the Navistar LPGA Classic at only 16 years old made Lexi the youngest professional in history to win on the LPGA, PGA, Men's European and Nationwide Tours.
Lexi took control of the tournament early, putting up scores of 66, 68, 67 and 70. Taking the lead in the second round, Lexi consistently lead the pack by 4 or more strokes, thanks to her amazing play and amazing distance off the tee. Using her COBRA equipment, Lexi hit 63/72 greens in regulation, made 22 birdies and led the ladies in driving distance with 276.63 yards.
Lexi achieved Medalist Honors in the first round of Qualifying School this past July when she topped the leaderboard by scoring 23 under and winning by 10 strokes. Now, the question to be answered is whether or not the LPGA will grant Lexi her 2012 Tour card for the win without finishing the final two rounds of Q-School.
COBRA PUMA GOLF signed Lexi in June, 2010 when she was 15 years old. Lexi was the first athlete to sign with both the COBRA and PUMA brands and is now the first COBRA PUMA GOLF athlete to win on Tour.
Joining the LPGA Tour and winning has been a dream of Lexi’s since she was a little girl. Lexi’s family, Scott and Judy (parents) and Nick and Curtis (brothers) have been supportive of her dream since she was a young girl but never backed down on education. Lexi is home schooled through her local high school’s program and has the same academic education as her peers. She has been dually conquering high school and professional golf, exceeding in both worlds. Lexi’s brothers have played golf with her since she was young and now as a professional, Lexi’s dad is her caddie.
Join us in congratulating Lexi and her fantastic first win on the LPGA Tour by joining the discussion on facebook.com/cobra and @cobragolf
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mmgolf
Lexi,
WOW what a week in Alabama, you r pretty popular in my family…my son was the one on Sunday who had the Marry Me Lexi? sign (thanks for signing it and being a good sport)...it made the local news here, he is 16 and starting his golf career and I hope to use your work ethic and hard work as a motivating factor….My little girl is 11 and you signed autographs for her, posed for a picture with her(which we will have you sign next year when you return to defend your title), and on the last day signed her cell phone late on Sunday! Thanks for staying and signing autographs for ALL of your fans!!! I have been trying to get her to get started in golf for 2-3 years with no success, but now thanks to you, a young lady that she can relate to, she wants to take lessons and get started!
Thanks again!!! Not to put any pressure on you, but you r exactly what the LPGA needs to grow ladies golf… I could not believe the commissioners response to your win (see you at stage 2 q school) come on I believe you have earned your LPGA card as of Sunday afternoon at the Navistar!
Well Done! and thanks from a Dad of a little girl that just admires you and loves your Smile!!!
jose
Congtratulations on a great tournament win and hope thier’s more in the future. Looking forwared to watching you one LPGA tour.