On the course, the world’s best LPGA Tour and Ladies European Tour golfers are vying for a share of the $4 million purse at the Aramco Championship at Shadow Creek.
Off the course, a series of grow-the-game and women’s empowerment initiatives are part of the event, including two Southern Nevada junior golfers playing in the pro-am (Emmerson Hinds, Samantha Harris), as well as the hosting of the Ladies Who Golf Club throughout the week, including founder Keyeriah Miles.
Additional initiatives include a clinic for Valley High golfers, the Women in Sports Playbook panel, and the Muslim Golf Association Family Day during the third round.
Ladies Who Golf is a community redefining what it means to be a golfer by highlighting the intersection of golf and STEM. Many of these women are pioneers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, proving that the analytical precision of the lab translates to the precision of the putting green.
The Women in Sports panel discussion in the hospitality tent on the 18th hole featured prominent local Las Vegas leaders and others making an impact.
The panelists:
♣ Carley Sisolak: A marketing leader and the strategic force behind the Las Vegas Aces, Carley has been instrumental in building one of the most successful and culturally significant brands in professional sports today.
♣ Dr. Nancy Lough: A world-renowned scholar and Director of the GIWS at UNLV, Dr. Lough is a leading authority on marketing and sponsorship in women’s sports, providing data and a bridge for the next generation of leaders.
♣ Amy Bush-Herzer: Head coach of the UNLV Rebels women’s golf team, Amy is a pillar of the Nevada golf community, known for elite player development and fostering a culture of championship success.
♣ Keyeriah Miles: Founder of Ladies Who Golf, Keyeriah is a community builder who has sparked a global movement championing diversity, inclusion, and the empowerment of women in golf and STEM fields.
♣ Marshi Smith: A former NCAA champion and co-founder of ICONS, Marshi is a dedicated advocate for female athletes, promoting fairness and excellence in sport.
♣ Dawn Barnable: Founder of the first Women in Sports podcast in the Middle East, Dawn is a storytelling leader at the forefront of the global conversation.
Another highlight was a golf clinic hosted by Golf Saudi Ambassador Charlotte Austwick, offering instruction and fun for Valley High School golfers at Shadow Creek.
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