Kayla Thompson’s first Australian tournament, The Melbourne International, a 36 hole stroke play contest, was cancelled due to flood waters.
Although it was a great disappointment, things turned out well for Thompson. An Athena event was hosted on Sunday for the players. The Athena event consisted of 4 challenges … long drive contest and closest to the pin challenges from 50 meters, 90 meters, and 130 meters, was held. After all 4 challenges, Thompson finished tied for 12th place and earned $585.
Her next tournament is the WebEx Player’s Series Victoria at Rosebud Golf Club Jan. 25-28.
Thompson graduated from West Bladen High School and UNC Wilmington. She lives in Clarkton and has worked at Vineyard Golf at White Lake.
Kayla Thompson Qualifies For Australian Women’s PGA Schedule
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