Julie Inkster, veteran American pro Received the 2022 Bob Jones Award, the highest honor from the United States Golf Association (USGA), as a person who played an important role in and has been accepted in the golf industry This award is named in honor of Bobby Jones, the legendary golf player of the United States. And there will be an official award ceremony in June. During the US Women's Open golf tournament The Bob Jones Award has been established since 1955 and has been won by famous golfers such as Arnold Palmer , Jack Nicklaus , Mickey Wright , and Nancy. López and Park Se-ri, or even world-class figures like George H.W. Bush, the US president at that time. The only couple to ever receive this prestigious award are Jack and Barbara Nicklaus.
The American Golf Association has selected Hall FL Number of Fame golfer Julie Inkster to receive this prestigious award. Because throughout her time in the golf industry, from the time she was an amateur golfer to the professional level, Be a role player and is a role model throughout the world. Both as a player, instructor, team captain, and commentator on golf games on television. He is a person who works tirelessly. and dedicated to education It is an inspiration for the new generation of golfers to compete. and enjoy their golf game .com/img/a/ Julie Inkster, 61, was born in Santa Cruz, California. Studied at the University of San Jose, won the US Women's Amateur 3 times in a row during her studies from 1980-82, including joining the US team that won the 1982 Curtis Cup.
In 43 different USGA events over 6 decades before turning professional in 1983, joining the LPGA Tour in the same year. Playing professional golf for more than 40 years, making a total of 45 professional championships. Seven major champions, including two US Women's Open titles, 1999 and 2002. Inkster has also been a member of the United States' Solheim Cup team nine times, serving as captain three times, leading the team to two championships in 2015 and 2017. Inkster said after being chosen to receive the award, “From the US Women's Amateur to the US Women's Open, there have been so many proud moments. Throughout my golf career organized by the United States Golf Association, Bob Jones has been a great contribution to the world of golf.