Wednesday, 08 August 2007 00:00
Scotland's Sally Watson, at only 16 years of age, left her mark as 'one to watch in the future' of the womens game when she not only qualified for the Ladies British Open at St Andrews, but went on to make the cut with a creditable performance.
The teenager, who has just completed her first year at the David Leadbetter Academy in America , said: "It was an amazing experience, to make the cut and play so well in my first Major - I really can't put into words how much this has meant to me."It's also got me thinking a lot more about my future. I definitely want to become a professional and join the LPGA Tour - but I need to finish school and then make a decision about going to college or turning professional."Once I'm 18, I'll have to make the choice."
Sally had recently visited HSPSE where she worked on her putting technique with Phil Kenyon. On the visit she was accompanied by her father Graham who went onto to caddie for her at St Andrews. As well as working on some important technical points Sally also took away with her a custom fitted C Groove putter that she used very effectively during the Ladies Open. In particular Graham her father saw the difference the visit had made in.
"I do attribute her doing so well at the Open in significant measure to our visit to Southport! Thanks for all your support and help" Graham Watson
