By Steve Huffman Robert Linville has had a student qualify for the finals of the prestigious U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship three of the past four years. The tournament, commonly referred to as “the Mid-Am,” is the leading annual golf tournament in the United States for post-college amateur golfers. It’s organized by the USGA. High Point’s Scott…
By David Droschak Jennifer Chang chuckles when she looks back at her freshmen photos as a young teenage golfer at Athens Drive High School in Raleigh. “It’s hard to imagine that was me,” she said. At the time, Chang was a talented junior player, but few knew what a remarkable future awaited the 15-year-old.…
By David Droschak In 1999, Mount Airy High School approached cafeteria manager Tommye Phillips with the idea of taking over the women’s golf program. “They knew I was a golfer and they needed someone to go with the girls and play, and 20 years ago I was enthusiastic,” chuckles the 58-year-old coach, who in late…
By Eddie Southards Hailey Joy overcame her nerves to win the 3-A state golf championship and lead Rockingham County to its third straight title. Joy, a senior, opened with the best round of the tournament, a 3-under 69, at Foxfire Resort & Golf Club. She struggled to a 76 in the final round for a…