England Golf’s Women’s Squad star Lottie Woad has turned professional off the back of an outstanding fortnight where she won the KPMG Irish Women’s Open and finished tied third at the Evian Championship.
The 21-year-old first joined the England Golf set-up in 2017, declaring in her application letter that her dream would be ‘to become a professional golfer’. Eight years later, through a lot of hard work and dedication, the Farnham golfer has achieved her dream.
England Golf Performance Director Nigel Edwards said: “Lottie has been a really special member of the England Golf Squads over the years, moving from Regional Squads through to National Girls and more recently, National Women’s squad.
“She has embraced all that has been provided, from the extensive playing opportunities to the coaching support of our national coaches and national lead practitioners. Her successes have been well-documented which have included the British Girls’ Championship, Augusta National Women’s Amateur and more recently, the Women’s Irish Open.
“Lottie has been a joy to work with and support – she has a fantastic work ethic, a desire to learn and get better, and loves the big occasion. Lottie will thrive in the professional game, and I really believe that Lottie will become one of the biggest names in professional golf in the years to come.
“For our squad members who have seen Lottie train through the years, she is a complete inspiration and has shown what can be achieved if you dedicate and commit yourself to your dream – an absolutely stellar role model.”
Woad will be making her professional debut at the Women’s Scottish Open at Dundonald Links from July 24-27, with the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl taking place the following week.
For a full breakdown of Lottie’s golfing achievements, click here.
