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St. Louis, MO – The Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) is proud to announce that the 2026 LNGA Amateur Championship will be held at Harrison Lake Country Club in Columbus, Indiana, July 20–23, 2026. The LNGA Amateur Championship is a 54-hole stroke play event that brings together some of the top amateur women golfers from across the globe. As a founding member of the Women’s Elite Amateur Golf Series, the LNGA Amateur serves as the culminating event in a summer-long competition showcasing “The Best of the Best” in elite women’s amateur golf. “We are proud to bring this elite women’s amateur championship back to the Midwest at this storied Indiana club,” said LNGA President Cathy Mant. “The team at Harrison Lake values women’s golf, and we are honored to partner with them for this championship. We’re excited to share the LNGA’s tradition of excellence with the Columbus community.” Founded in 1927, the LNGA is rooted in tradition, integrity, and a commitment to championship-level play. The Harrison Lake event marks another opportunity for the organization to highlight the rising stars of the women’s game on one of Indiana’s most respected courses. Entries for the championship will open in Spring 2026 to amateur female players with a World Handicap System index of 5.5 or better. Players will compete over three rounds of championship golf with a cut after 36 holes. The LNGA is also offering a variety of sponsorship opportunities for individuals and organizations looking to support women’s amateur golf and be part of this exciting event. For more information on entries or sponsorship, email inquires to ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.com Contact Information: For media inquiries, please contact: Tobi Herron,LNGA Board of Director, Communications CommitteeEmail: Ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.comWebsite: https://ladiesnationalgolf.org

DuPont, WA – Moving Day lived up to the hype at The Home Course as the leaderboard at the LNGA Amateur Championship got a major shakeup—thanks to a red-hot round from Cindy Hsu. Hsu, an incoming senior at the University of Texas and the reigning Women’s Elite Amateur Cup champion, fired a sizzling 5-under-par round today to post a two-day total of 7-under, vaulting her to the top of the leaderboard. With the final round looming, she’ll lead the last group out tomorrow in a marquee pairing that’s as competitive as it is personal. Joining her? None other than former Texas teammate Bentley Cotton, a familiar face at the LNGA Championship. Cotton, who graduated in 2024 and is currently exploring her professional options, has come agonizingly close in this event—falling in a playoff once and finishing runner-up last year. Now, she’ll have one more crack at etching her name on the George III Champion Trophy. Adding to the firepower in the final pairing is Caroline Smith, a recent Indiana University graduate who also has professional aspirations. Smith has played consistently and is primed to make her move as she looks to close her amateur career with a statement win. The trio brings not only championship experience, but also strong support teams. Hsu has a particularly meaningful presence on the bag—former LPGA standout and coach Candie Kung, a fellow native of Taiwan who has worked with Cindy for the past five years. “She brings a combination of calm emotion and positive energy,” Hsu said after her round. “I think that helps me a lot trying to stay present and focused on every shot.” Cotton is backed by her brother Austin, who’s been her loyal caddie throughout her amateur journey, with parents in tow cheering her on at every turn. While the spotlight is on the leaders, there’s plenty of excitement across the leaderboard. Ava Merrill also posted a blistering 5-under-par for the day and is three shots back. In the junior ranks, Jie-En Lin of Taiwan has jumped ahead for that medal, holding a one-shot edge over Rebecca Wang of China, yesterday’s overall leader. With one round to go, the race for the Dorothy Pease Junior Medalist Trophy is shaping up to be just as thrilling. With a legacy dating back to 1927, the LNGA Amateur remains one of the premier stages in women’s amateur golf. As the final round approaches, tomorrow’s action promises action, drama, and maybe even a dream come true. About the Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) Founded in 1927, the LNGA is a national, volunteer-led women’s amateur golf association dedicated to Promoting the game, conducting an elite championship, and upholding sportsmanship and camaraderie. LNGA champions include LPGA stars, USGA titleholders, and legends of the game. Contact Information: For media inquiries, please contact: Tobi HerronLNGA Board of Director, Communications CommitteeEmail: Ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.comWebsite: https://ladiesnationalgolf.org

DuPont, WA – Calm, cool, and bogey-free. Cindy Hsu showed why she’s one of the most elite amateurs in the game, firing back-to-back rounds of 67 to cruise to victory at the Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) Amateur Championship at The Home Course. Her 12-under-par total over three days put her six shots ahead of co-runner-ups, Caroline Smith and Rebecca Wang, who both finished at 6-under. Hsu, the reigning Women’s Elite Amateur Cup Champion is ranked in the top 50 amateur in the world. She was clinical from tee to green, not dropping a single shot over her final 39 holes. Her performance included a calm presence that never wavered under pressure. She used her last win, the 2023 World Amateur Championship, as a building block for today’s round. “I tried to stay present and focus on myself and be patient on every single shot,” said Hsu, who had 17-year LPGA veteran and four-time tour winner Candie Kung on the bag. The former LPGA standout is a fellow native of Taiwan who has worked with Cindy for the past five years. This was the first win for Kung as a caddie, and she celebrated with Hsu in style – keeping the 18th flag to mark the milestone. While Hsu was the story of the day, the pair of runner ups each brought their own star power. Caroline Smith started Thursday’s final round with a birdie on the first hole to cut Hsu’s lead to one. She applied steady pressure all day and posted a solid 71 (-1), but couldn’t overcome Hsu’s closing 67 (-5). Smith, who had her dad Michael on the bag, ends her amateur career on a high note before heading to LPGA Q-School this fall. 16-year-old Rebecca Wang of Beijing, China, the other co-runner up put together a stellar three days that included leading early in the tournament as well as an opening hole eagle today. The Northwestern University commit holed her second shot on the first hole to jump to two back from Hsu. Her final round of 69 matched her first day total but she lost ground to Hsu over the final 18 holes. Her 6-under finish secured her a share of second place overall and the Dorothy Pease Junior Medalist Trophy as the top junior in the field. Rounding out the final day’s events, was the presentation of the Howell Team trophy. The legacy Longhorn duo of Bentley Cotton and Cindy Hsu proved once again they’re a force to be reckoned with when teamed up together, as they defended their Howell Team Trophy title. The back-to-back team titles for the pair, show why Texas golf is always in the mix at the LNGA. About the Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) Founded in 1927, the LNGA is a national, volunteer-led women’s amateur golf association dedicated to Promoting the game, conducting an elite championship, and upholding sportsmanship and camaraderie. LNGA champions include LPGA stars, USGA titleholders, and legends of the game. Contact Information: For media inquiries, please contact: Tobi Herron,LNGA Board of Director, Communications CommitteeEmail: Ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.comWebsite: https://ladiesnationalgolf.org

DuPont, Washington – The opening round of the 95th LNGA Amateur Championship proved one thing: the road to the George III Champion Trophy is going to be a global battle—and it’s heating up right in the backyard of the Washington Huskies. University of Washington standouts Amber Li (sophomore) and Kennedy Knox (recent graduate) are tied at the top after firing matching 3-under-par 69s at The Home Course. The duo, both Seattle locals, are enjoying a rare luxury this week: playing elite championship golf close to home so far, it’s paying off. Sharing the lead is high schooler Rebecca Wang, a Beijing native who has traveled stateside for the summer to compete. Currently ranked No. 131 in the AJGA World Rankings and committed to Northwestern University, Wang showcased polished play well beyond her years. Just one shot back, the leaderboard grows even more international with a logjam at 2-under-par 70. That group includes three players from Taiwan, one from Singapore, and one American. Among them is Huai-Chien “Cindy” Hsu, currently the highest-ranked player in the field at No. 42 in the WAGR. The University of Texas star finished T-4 at the 2024 LNGA Championship and went on to win last year’s inaugural Women’s Elite Amateur Cup. Hsu is once again proving she belongs among the best. Joining her at 70 are: Rounding out the top ten are two polished competitors sitting at one under par 70. Caroline Smith, from Indiana University, has had a strong showing during the Women’s Elite Amateur Series this summer. She is joined by former University of Texas standout, Bentley Cotton, who finished runner up at the 2024 LNGA Amateur Championship. The top of the leaderboard has it all—geography, age, and emerging stars. The field reflects the mission of the LNGA which is to provide an elite playing opportunity for women golfers from all backgrounds. As day two gets started on Wednesday, all eyes will be on the packed leaderboard which has 13 players within three strokes of the lead. About the Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) Founded in 1927, the LNGA is a national, volunteer-led women’s amateur golf association dedicated to promoting the game, conducting an elite championship, and upholding sportsmanship and camaraderie. LNGA champions include LPGA stars, USGA titleholders, and legends of the game. Contact Information: For media inquiries, please contact: Tobi HerronLNGA Board of Director, Communications CommitteeEmail: Ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.comWebsite: https://ladiesnationalgolf.org

Elite golf returns to Washington as LNGA prepares for national championship in DuPont St. Louis, MO – The Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) is gearing up for an important stop on the amateur golf calendar: the 95th LNGA Amateur Championship, set for July 22–24, 2025, at The Home Course in DuPont, Washington. As one of five elite tournaments in the Women’s Elite Amateur Golf Series (WEAGS), the LNGA Amateur Championship draws a global field of top-tier amateur women golfers. The event also serves as the final opportunity for players to earn critical points toward exemptions into the 125th U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship. This year’s LNGA Amateur Championship field will include nearly 100 players from seven countries and 15 competitors from Washington state. Nancy Sebastian, President of the Ladies National Golf Association, shared the organization’s excitement about bringing its prestigious championship to the Pacific Northwest. “We are thrilled to conduct this year’s championship at The Home Course,” said Sebastian. “It will offer a true test for an exceptional field of elite amateur women golfers. With its rich tradition and steadfast dedication to the integrity of the game, this event promises to leave a meaningful and lasting impact on the local community. We’re proud to showcase the talent of these remarkable athletes in the beautiful setting of Washington State.” The championship impact extends beyond just the leaderboard. As a traveling championship, the LNGA Amateur brings with it economic benefits for host communities, from hotel stays and dining to regional exposure. The LNGA’s nonprofit model also means the focus stays squarely on player opportunity and community partnership rather than profit. For anyone interested in supporting the event and the mission of LNGA, there are still sponsorships available. With roots dating back to 1927, the LNGA continues to provide competitive platforms that celebrate tradition while building the future of women’s golf. The 95th Amateur Championship will further that legacy—welcoming players, fans, and volunteers to an unforgettable week in DuPont. Spectators are welcome and admission is free. Additional championship details are available at www.ladiesnationalgolf.org and on LNGA social media accounts. For specific inquiries or to become a sponsor, please contact the organization directly at ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.com . About the Ladies National Golf Association (LNGA) Founded in 1927, the LNGA is a national, volunteer-led women’s amateur golf association dedicated to promoting the game, conducting an elite championship, and upholding sportsmanship and camaraderie. LNGA champions include LPGA stars, USGA titleholders, and legends of the game. Contact Information: For media inquiries, please contact: Tobi HerronLNGA Board of Director, Communications CommitteeEmail: Ladiesnationalgolf@gmail.comWebsite: https://ladiesnationalgolf.org