MARCH 2024 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Nelly Korda

MARCH 2023 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Kera
Healey

Nelly Korda

Golf

We’re delighted to announce that Nelly Korda has been chosen as the Athlete of the Month for March by the American Golfers’ Sports Association (AGSA). Nelly, born on July 28, 1998, has left an indelible mark on the world of golf with her remarkable achievements.

Nelly’s stellar career includes 11 wins on the LPGA Tour and a stint at number one in the Women’s World Golf Rankings, showcasing her talent and dedication to the sport.

Her crowning moment came at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, where she clinched the gold medal in the women’s individual golf event. Additionally, she secured her first major win at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in 2021, solidifying her status as one of the sport’s elite players.

Despite facing challenges like a blood clot in her arm in 2022, Nelly has consistently showcased resilience and skill on the course. Her ability to bounce back from setbacks and reclaim the world number one ranking speaks volumes about her determination and passion for the game.

Nelly Korda’s achievements transcend mere statistics; they inspire aspiring golfers worldwide and epitomize the spirit of excellence. Join us in congratulating Nelly Korda on this well-deserved honor!

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It just honestly feels like a blur. Taking it day by day, really trying to stay very present and just played really good golf, solid golf in tough conditions, which I'm very happy about.

Nelly Korda

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A native from Johannesburg, South Africa, Healey started golfing at a young age and quickly became one of the best young golfers. She is a 2-time winner of the Western Province Women’s Amateur & Junior Championship (2021 and 2022), has r ecorded nine top 5s and 14 top 10s in 2021-22 in South Africa. Additionally, she’s captured the 2020 Nomads South African Juniors International title.

Now a freshman at Chattanooga University, Healy averaged 75.83 strokes per 18 growing as the year progressed. She averaged 76.47 in five fall events before shaving more than 1.25 strokes in the spring (75.20).

The numbers certainly showed in the results with a top 10 and three top 20s.

She was the SoCon All-Freshman selection, led the squad with three eagles, had 55 birdies and 326 par. She also made the Dean’s List and A.D. Honor Roll student.

"I remember my mom accusing me of distracting my sister when studying in our house, she then decided to get me out of the house by sending me to play golf"

Kera Healey

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