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We are highlighting the achievements of New York golfers as they make an impact at events across the country and beyond. From amateurs to professionals, these players continue to represent the Empire State with impressive performances on some of the sport’s biggest stages!

October

• Nine Women Represent New York at 38th U.S. Women's Mid-Amateur at Monterey Peninsula
  The pack of ladies includes 2019 U.S. Mid-Amateur champion and 2023 NYS Women's Am Champion Ina Kim-Schaad, along with Bethany Burns (NYC), Alyssa Godfrey (NYC), Kit (Creighton) Hampel (Buffalo native), Gabrielle Herzig (NYC), Hana Ku (NYC), Corinna Reese-Limbocker (Cornwall), Mackenzie Tyler (Hampton Bays) and Morgan Yurosek (NYC). Follow scoring
  
  
• Melanie Green Finishes No. 1 on 2025 Epson Tour Points List Standings
  The Medina native finished with 2,573 points to secure the top spot for the professional tour this season. Her highlights included 2 wins, $186,986 in earnings and a card for the LPGA Tour in 2026. This was her rookie year on the Epson Tour after turning pro last fall. Learn more
• James Nicholas Earns Spot in Korn Ferry Tour Championship
  He was T3 after a strong finish at the Korn Ferry Tour's Compliance Solutions Championship, which boosted him into the Top 75 on the Points List. This guarantees him full Korn Ferry Tour membership in 2026, along with a spot in the Korn Ferry Tour Championship in Indiana, Oct. 6-12. See profile. 
  
  

Check out the NYS Golf Standouts from earlier this year: Summer / Spring
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