Amari Averys The journey from her first golf swing to teeing off at the 2023 Augusta National Women’s Amateur was an inspirational story, one filled with achievements throughout her junior career – even Netflix fame at age 8 when she starred in the documentary The Short Game – and more recently Awards during her collegiate run at USC.
Along the way, she has not only been a breakthrough talent, but also someone who comes from a diverse background that boosts her determination and confidence. At just 19, that’s why her journey to this point has been so compelling for the younger generations of girls out there – those who aspire to pursue their dreams but may not have a familiar face to look up to.
And when she serves and makes her third appearance for this year’s Augusta National Women’s Amateur (March 30-April 2), she will be part of a talented group of international athletes that highlights this larger mission that is the championship’s presenting partner, Bank of Americasupports at every turn: The ups and downs and lifelong experiences that are still written in history – the embodiment of achievement in action.
Before getting excited and inspired by the best in women’s amateur golf, let’s get to know talented teen Amari Avery a little better.
Amari Avery plays a second shot on hole #13 during a practice round for the Augusta National Women’s Amateur on Friday, April 1, 2022.
How were you first introduced to the game of golf?
Amari: My father introduced me to golf when I was only three years old, so I started playing at a very young age.
Who was your role model or inspiration?
Amari: I often looked up to Michelle Wie growing up and of course it was incredibly inspirational to see what Serena and Venus Williams were doing in tennis. Seeing athletes from different backgrounds and ethnicities succeed in their sport was really impressive – I wanted to be like them.
Do you feel like you are an inspiration for the next generation?
Amari: Hopefully! It means a lot to me to be a player of color and to be a role model for the next generation, to see someone who looks like them and who they can look up to. I hope to inspire young golfers of all backgrounds to get out there and play.
what was your ggreatest enforcerT?
Amari: Play at ANWA for the first time. The opportunity to compete in ANWA, three times in particular, shows that I can compete at the highest level and if you remain determined this need not be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. My hard work is based on wanting to be the best I can be.
What was your biggest challenge?
Amari: Learning to get out of my own way and really see my own potential.
How do you stay focused on your goals?
Amari: Believing in myself – I’ve learned how powerful that can be and it really motivates me to work hard and make that effort for myself.
What does the Augusta National Women’s Amateur such a great event?
Amari: It is inspiring for all women to see the change at the highest level, to have more visibility and recognition for people from different backgrounds. And it’s so cool to think that a little boy or girl can turn on the TV and see me and I can inspire them to do anything! Go play or learn golf or do anything that interests you.
What advice can you give to the next generation?
Amari: Choose what you want and believe in it. It is possible.
The golf ball doesn’t care what your skin color is or what you look like – ANYONE can get out there and play!
Source : sports.yahoo.com