Virginia golfer among finalists for Augusta National Women’s Amateur
Free Press staff report | 2/20/2025, 6 p.m.
Virginia golfer Amanda Sambach has earned a spot in the 2025 Augusta National Women’s Amateur, joining an elite field of top players from around the globe.
Sambach, who attends the University of Virginia, is one of 65 players confirmed to compete in the prestigious tournament, which will be held April 2-5, 2025, at Augusta National Golf Club.
The field includes 18 countries and five continents, with some of the world’s top amateur golfers vying for the championship. Among them are three of the last four champions: Tsubasa Kajitani (2021), Anna Davis (2022), and the current title holder, Lottie Woad, who is ranked as the world’s top amateur.
Sambach’s participation highlights Virginia’s representation in the event. She will compete alongside 71 other players, including the top-50 eligible players from the final 2024 World Amateur Golf Ranking. The tournament kicks off with two rounds at Champions Retreat Golf Club before heading to Augusta National for the final round on April 5, which will be broadcast on NBC Sports.