We were so proud to see ESPN revisit one of Ali’s defining early moments — her Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals win at Augusta — and how it set the stage for what she’s building today.

We were so proud to see ESPN revisit one of Ali’s defining early moments — her Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals win at Augusta — and how it set the stage for what she’s building today. Read the full article here:
Teenage friends Ali Mulhal and Yena Wilson win Drive, Chip & Putt finals at Augusta — ESPN

Roots of a Champion

  • The story recounts how Ali and her longtime friend Yena Wilson triumphantly won their respective age divisions in the Drive, Chip & Putt competition at Augusta National, an unforgettable moment early in their golf journeys. ESPN.com
  • It captures the spirit of friendly rivalry and mutual encouragement: Wilson learned the scoreboard and rallied in her match to match Ali’s win. ESPN.com
  • That shared experience — competing on one of golf’s most hallowed grounds as young teens — is part of what has shaped Ali’s ambition, competitive fire, and love for the game.

Ali’s path from those early victories to her first LPGA appearance is more than a timeline — it’s a story of consistency, resilience, and relationships that carry her forward. We’ll continue to share features, milestones, and reflections. Send over your next link anytime and we’ll turn it into another blog post.