Hawaiian Ladies Open facts for kids
| Tournament information | |
|---|---|
| Location | Oahu |
| Established | 1987 |
| Tour(s) | LPGA Tour |
| Final year | 2001 |
| Final champion | |
| Catriona Matthew | |
The Hawaiian Ladies Open was a professional golf tournament for women. It was part of the LPGA Tour, which is where the best women golfers in the world compete. This exciting event took place every year from 1987 to 2001.
The tournament was always held on the beautiful Hawaiian island of Oahu. Golfers would travel to Hawaii to play on different courses, trying to win the championship.
Where the Tournament Was Played
Over the years, the Hawaiian Ladies Open was played at three different golf courses on Oahu. Each course offered unique challenges for the players.
Early Years: Turtle Bay
- 1987–1989: The tournament started at the Turtle Bay Resort in Kahuku, Hawaii. This course is known for its stunning ocean views.
Mid-Years: Ko Olina
- 1990–1995: The event then moved to the Ko Olina Golf Club in 'Ewa Beach, Hawaii. This course is famous for its beautiful water features and challenging design.
Final Years: Kapolei
- 1996–2001: For its last few years, the tournament was played at the Kapolei Golf Course in Kapolei, Hawaii. This course is known for its wide fairways and tricky bunkers.
Champions of the Hawaiian Ladies Open
Many talented golfers won the Hawaiian Ladies Open during its history. Some of these champions are very famous in the world of golf!
Cup Noodles Hawaiian Ladies Open Winners
- 2001: Catriona Matthew (She was the very last winner!)
- 2000: Betsy King (A golf legend!)
Sunrise Hawaiian Ladies Open Winner
- 1999: Alison Nicholas
More Cup Noodles Hawaiian Ladies Open Winners
- 1998: Wendy Ward
- 1997: Annika Sörenstam (One of the greatest women golfers ever!)
- 1996: Meg Mallon
- 1995: Barb Thomas
- 1994: Marta Figueras-Dotti
Itoki Hawaiian Ladies Open Winners
- 1993: Lisa Walters
- 1992: Lisa Walters (She won two years in a row!)
Orix Hawaiian Ladies Open Winners
- 1991: Patty Sheehan
- 1990: Beth Daniel
- 1989: Sherri Turner
Orient Leasing Hawaiian Ladies Open Winner
- 1988: Ayako Okamoto
Tsumura Hawaiian Ladies Open Winner
- 1987: Cindy Rarick (She was the first-ever champion!)
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