Eunae Jang tops CWGA November Ace
A total of 14 players took part in the CNMI Women’s Golf Association’s November Ace of the Month Tournament last Saturday, Nov. 20, at the Laolao Bay Golf & Resort. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)
Eunae “Sophia” Jang won the CNMI Women’s Golf Association’s November Ace of the Month Tournament last Saturday, Nov. 20, at the Laolao Bay Golf & Resort.
The 19-handicapper shot a net 67 built around a gross of 86 (44-42). Coming in second to Jang was Lorraine Babauta, who came away with a net score of 70 after shooting an 81 gross. The 11-handicapper had a 41 in the front nine and a 40 in the back nine. Coming in third in the November tilt was Mie Kim after the 16-handicapper posted a 73 net following a 42-47 in the first and last nine holes for a gross of 89.
Jang
A total of 14 players took part in the CWGA November Ace of the Month Tournament.
Jang, who has been playing the sport since 2006, said she always feels a certain high sharing the golf course with fellow CWGA members every month.
“It was a pleasure to play with good and nice people. I am very happy to win the CWGA tournament. I would like to thank all the CWGA ladies that were cheering for me.”
The 40-year-old Incheon, South Korea native dedicated her win the in the CWGA November Ace of the Month Tournament to her family, especially her two children.
“I would also like to thank my loving family that cheers me up every time. Kyle and Alice, your mom won! I love you guys,” she said.
She also extended her gratitude to her coach, Dong Kyu Lee.
The club continues to look for new members as the new season continues. For those interested in becoming a member of CWGA or for more information, contact CWGA president Yuko Togawa at 287-9856, vice president Lorraine Babauta at 287-0621, or treasurer Lou Kim at 783-7317.