Closing Out 2025: LPGA Recap & Fresh Goals for 2026

Closing Out 2025: LPGA Recap & Fresh Goals for 2026

Welcome back to Doris’ Golf Club! In this episode, I wrap up 2025 with a quick, honest check-in on the holidays—stress, family emotions, and what it looks like to keep moving forward with more perspective. Then it’s all about women’s golf: an LPGA season recap, what I’m watching for next, and why I’m feeling excited about 2026. I’ll also share my fresh goals for the year ahead—more connection, more community, and more learning (on and off the course).

Back From Korea & Ready to Talk: Women’s Golf, Global Love, and the PIF Deal

In this episode, Doris returns from Korea energized and inspired by the extraordinary cultural appreciation shown to women’s golf across Asia—where two dedicated golf channels broadcast women’s tournaments and there's a level of fandom rarely seen in the U.S. She reflects on the stark cultural contrasts in how female athletes are celebrated globally, and why the Asian swing can be transformative for LPGA players’ visibility and confidence.   But this episode also dives into a more complex conversation: the LPGA’s new deal with the Public Investment Fund (PIF). While much of the current golf media seems quick to accept the announcement without critique, Doris shares her candid thoughts on why this partnership deserves deeper, more nuanced discussion within the women’s golf community. She walks through the pros, the concerns, the precedent set by LIV and the PGA Tour, and why women’s golf must demand its full value on the global stage.   This episode blends cultural insight, tough questions, and deep love for women’s sports — all from the perspective of someone who just witnessed firsthand what female athletes should be experiencing everywhere.

A Winner is Crowned: The Final Day at the International Crown

Doris provides a quick recap of the final day of the International Crown golf tournament held in Korea, highlighting Team Australia's unexpected victory over Team USA.

Who Made the Semi-Finals?! International Crown Day 3 Recap

In this episode, Doris recaps Day 3 of the International Crown tournament in Korea. It was a thrilling day in which Doris received even more swag, chatted with fellow LPGA fans, and even met some incredibly kind and gracious LPGA insiders, including LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler and his lovely wife, Nicole. Doris also reflects on her personal growth, the power of community among fans, and the joy of experiencing the LPGA up close. Day 3 did not disappoint as the top teams locked in their spots in the semi-finals!

Inside Day 2 of the International Crown: Team USA Leads, Pool B Heats Up

In this episode, Doris recaps the thrilling second day of the International Crown golf tournament. She dives into the updated team standings, the intense match play moments, and the personalities that brought the competition to life. Team USA continues to shine with four points, while the World Team surprises fans with strong performances. Pool B remains wide open as teams battle for advancement. Doris shares on-the-ground insights, player interactions, and the excitement of watching teamwork unfold in real time—reminding listeners why live tournaments are an unforgettable experience.