Rose Zhang, who is the top-ranked junior golfer, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Rose Zhang, who is the top-ranked junior golfer in the world and a student at Irvines Pacific Academy, signs with Stanford, Orange County scores and player stats for Saturday, March 4, Orange County girls water polo Top 10: Orange Lutheran finishes No. She also sets difficult challenges for herself, which include making 100 4-foot putts in a row, so when I play in tournaments Ive already been in a competitive game mode, Zhang explained. Thanks for everything George. As Georges student for the past 6 years, to say that he has helped my golf game is an understatement. Walker credits Pinnell for not only being a swing coach but a mentor, too. It was my honor to push your scooter at The Open. Shes too busy self-correcting. She then clinched Stanfords second NCAA team title by winning the final match, 3 and 1. She's already 263rd on the Rolex Womens World Golf Rankings. Golf Channel, All Rights Reserved. Predicting how child prodigies will fare in the future is a bit like trying to guess winning lottery numbers. For me, Im learning so much from watching her, said Stanford womens coach Anne Walker. I could go on, but you get the drift. Could she recall the last time shed made a triple? we learned a lot from him. She asked for it while rep- resenting America at the Junior Ryder Cup in Paris in 2018. Watching her overall, the main word I take away is shes a joy to be around and a very patient player.. After the round she went out to the range and started taking slow methodical swings with a 9-iron, going through the fundamentals that shes worked on with Pinnell all these years. In this time of Thanksgiving, we want to express our appreciation for you. Take Rose Zhang, for example. We appreciate your high standards, your persistence, your encouragement, and your sense of humor. George has been a critical part of my development as a player both physically and mentally as he has provided me great advice not only in golf but in life as well. Zhang has played her first nine rounds of college golf in in 23 under par, with an average score of 69.1. Rose Zhang initially thought tennis would be her calling. True, so lets not hand the precocious teenager a trophy cabinet full of major silverware just yet. Annika Sorenstam played two years at Arizona, as did Lorena Ochoa. I was always very into my golf game and didnt really have time to talk to other people. Over the past three years, George has been my coach/swing coach. Thank you for all to George Pinnell! BY EMILIA MIGLIACCIO AUGUST 1, 2021 As Georges student for the past 6 years, to say that he has helped my golf game is an understatement. 6 in Golfweeks girls junior rankings, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The last couple days weve seen really nice crowds coming out to watch them play. But what does it actually take to reach this level of achievement? I dont really want to take any bad memories away from here.. His ability to recognize anything from small details to major mistakes has greatly improved the consistency of my swing. Working with you has been an amazing opportunity. George graciously took her in and then trained her with his life-lessons, his advanced technology equipment, skillful instructions, and star-student- role-model setting. Tiger Woods played two years at Stanford. Its a passion.. Not surprisingly, the Cardinal are the No. Rose Zhang won the U.S. View Full List Not many reading this will know of the Dave Hamilton. When shes not golfing, she can be found doing homework, surfing the web, watching Chinese variety shows and hanging out with friends. But she has realized that she needs to limit her circle and try to shut out any external stuff that may be negative.. I am definitely extremely grateful and blessed to have him as a coach, mentor, and friend. It was amazing, Zhang says. We, and all of those who you touch, owe you a deep, thank you, from the heart. Amateur Championships in August, battling a left wrist injury that had her considering withdrawing from the tournament at Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, Md. Zhang and Stanford have one more tournament on the fall schedule, the Pac-12 Preview in Hawaii the first week of November. They like to keep it tight with few loose-moving parts. Zhang began playing golf at age 9and now, at 18, is the best amateur player in the world. We see the success of Rose Zhang: her wins, her clutch putts and her consistency. He is very experienced and is truly an amazing person. The West Coast Junior Open will feature daily coverage on and will be ranked by both the Golfweek/Sagarin Rankings and The Junior Golf Scoreboard. Zhang made the cut, finishing T-55 at 7-over 291 at age 16. 2 Oregon, 3&1, Also won the Spirit International individual and team titles with teammate Rachel Heck and Team USA, T12th at 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur, Finished T40th in U.S. Women's Open (June 2-5) at Pine Needles, Helped Team USA to 15.5-4.5 win in 2022 Curtis Cup at Merion, Played for Team USA at the Arnold Palmer Cup (July 1-3) in Geneva, Switzerland, Made cut at 2022 Evian Championship (July 21-24), Low amateur and Smyth Salver winner at AIG Women's Open (Aug. 4-7), Represented Team USA at World Amateur Team Championship (Aug. 24-27). And not only does he teach my daughter golf skills, he also coaches her on mental guidance and how to be a better person. ; Players who represented the country they moved to in . That time was tough mentally and physically, said Zhang, who could not practice for several weeks. 1-ranked team in the Womens Golf Coaches Association polls, having won all three team titles so far this fall. When I first came to him when I was 11, his way of teaching really intrigued me with all the technology he had including Trackman, his side/front swing cameras, and his large TVs. 1-ranked amateur womens golfer on Earth. 1 in the American Junior Golf Association rankings for more than 53 weeks. 2023 He believes so much in his players and loves what he is doing to help junior golfers grow. This July, Zhang won the U.S. Most important, he loves what he does and he is driven by that love. During my first few classes, George already corrected nearly unnoticeable but very crucial mistakes in just my set up that I had never even realized. While her coach said any number of things can sidetrack a burgeoning career be it injuries, other hobbies or a burnout he doesnt expect it to happen to Zhang. Within 10 minutes, I had it, Zhang told her coach after the tournament. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. He not only teaches Alice the skill of golf technology , but also he teaches her mental guidance and how to become a good player. I learned so much in so short a time while spending time with you at The Open. She does some amazing things, said George Pinnell, who has been Zhangs coach going on seven years. Rose Zhang presented with McCormack medal at The Spirit. She won the U.S. Womens Amateur title in 2020, the U.S. Girls Junior Amateur title in July and has held the No. If I had a coach like you, I would give everything I have to fight for victories. Hes always been the one to push me further and that really helps me get into the grit mindset,which takes over into my golf game, said Rose. The highlight of her career so far: taking a celebratory leap into Poppies Pond at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage after winning the 2018 ANA Junior Inspiration. After this recognition in 2019, I was inspired to get to reach new heights in my golf game and in my character. Her golf schedule forces her to miss plenty of school time. But when I'm ready, I think I will know it when I'm ready.. 1 amateur? If it wasnt for Henry, Rose wouldnt be the player she is today.. My daughter Alice ziyi Zhao is lucky and proud to have George Pinnell as her golf coach, she likes his teaching very much. Rose Zhang (born May 24, 2003 [1]) is an American amateur golfer. He will be back in a guest role capacity, as will April Rose Pengilly (plays Chloe Brennan), and Melissa Bell (plays Lucy Robinson). She played with Bronte Law, Atthaya Thitikul and Angel Yin. Theyve given me a flexible schedule to work with and when I come back from a tournament they help me catch up.. When on the road with Zhang at an event, the coach and pupil have a most unusual pre-game routine. Coaches, ADs and staff who do not have current access may request their free account here. Zhang is the No. And when she shot 3 over on the first two holes Thursday, Pinnell thought, This is going to be really hard., But on the other hand, I know Rose, Pinnell said. PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif. - No. Steady on, I hear you say, youre the man whos always saying predict future superstars at your peril. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. We appreciate your high standards, your persistence, your encouragement, and your sense of humor. Those who know 17-year-old Zhang best say shes kind, humble and funny. My first lesson with George was 3 years ago. It was my honor to push your scooter at The Open. Graduated from Pacific Academy in Irvine, Calif. Two-time McCormack Medal winner, given to the world's top amateur golfer, Joins Lydia Ko (2011-13), New Zealand, and Leona Maguire (2015-17), of the Republic of Ireland as multiple recipients of the McCormack Medal, Competed in fourLPGA major championships in 2021, making the cut in the Amundi Evian Championship, Represented Team USA at the 2021 Curtis Cup, Finished third at the 2021 Augusta National Women's Amateur, Earned runner-up finish in the LPGA Symetra Tour's Carlisle Arizona Women's Golf Classic, Just the eighth player to win both the U.S. And not only does he teach my daughter golf skills, he also coaches her on mental guidance and how to be a better person. Coming from that week, I learned a lot, and could gain more improvement on my game. She was different.. That was a big deal, she says, laughing. USGA A week before the U.S. Women's Amateur, Rose Zhang wasn't even sure she would be able to tee it up in the event. Now 16, shes soared up the amateur rankings, featured on the LPGA and verbally committed to Stanford in the class of 2021. She'll be competing for the U.S. in the Pan American Games in August, Pinnell said. Steve Burkowski and Brentley Romine debrief after some dominant performances at Blessings and Colonial before paying tribute to the late Richard Sykes. He cares about, and checks scores, for every single tournament his players compete in, no matter how big or small the tournament is. He believes so much in his players and loves what he is doing to help junior golfers grow. Subscribe now. She competed in the 2019 U.S. Women's Open at 16 years of age. Junior Rachel Heck, the 2021 NCAA individual champion . The fact that you will drive all the way to The Olympic Club, in San Francisco and back, proves that you are a real champion deserving of all the accolades, titles and trophies that your players win. Zhangs father was on the bag during her low-am run at the 2020 ANA and her U.S. Women's Amateur win. It was I cant, honestly, she said laughing. Her natural tempo is beautifully smooth and unteachable. For now, I don't really have any intention of turning professional. we learned a lot from him. Her game is clearly ready for that next step. I learned more about how complicated the world can be., Zhang also learned about external voices those that can be detrimental, if you listen to the wrong ones. U.S. Women's Open Playing Record Zhang, 17, has won everything that can be won in womens amateur golf. We all should learn the life lessons, attitude and the tenacious fighting spirit that you have toward difficulties that you face. She started playing golf after her father Henry got golf clubs from a friend. I have been working with George since I was 14. We see so many coaches with elite talent who dont totally know what to do with that talent, said Walker, and they get overwhelmed with it themselves., Rose Zhang hugs Ingrid Lindblad on the 18th green during the final round of the Augusta National Womens Amateur at Augusta National Golf Club on April 03, 2021 in Augusta, Georgia. Among them a two-time Mark H McCormack Medal winner (2020 and 2021) as the leading player on the World Amateur Golf Ranking; 2020 U.S. Women's Amateur champion; 2021 U.S. Girls' Champion; two-time Rolex Junior Player of the Year; a member of the victorious 2021 U . Understanding what tempo I have really helps me calm down on the golf course. I duck-hooked a drive, Zhang began as she went blow-by-blow through the triple-bogey eight that derailed her run at the Augusta National Womens Amateur title. George once told me that a player doesnt know how good a coach is, until they know how much he or she, cares. Zhang has also signed with Amundi, Beats, Uswing and Paradox. Girls' Junior on Saturday at Columbia Country Club in historic fashion. Tempo is biggest thing for her. [7], Following the win, Zhang rose to number 1 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking in September 2020 after finishing T-11 at the 2020 ANA Inspiration, an LPGA major. Reigning U.S. Women's Amateur champion Rose Zhang spoke to the media before competing in the 2020 U.S. Women's Open at Champions Golf Club in Houston, Texas.. I loved the campus, the practice facility, the academic opportunities there and my coach and my teammates.. That was very frustrating since she started golf late and had only been playing for two and half years.