Riverside Ladies Open facts for kids

The Riverside Ladies Open was a special golf competition for women. It was part of the LPGA Tour, which is where professional women golfers play. This tournament happened for a few years, from 1962 to 1964. Each year, it was played in a different city in Utah.

The Riverside Ladies Open Golf Tournament

This golf tournament was an exciting event for professional women golfers. It gave them a chance to compete and show their skills. The tournament changed its name slightly each year, depending on where it was held.

Where Did the Tournament Take Place?

The Riverside Ladies Open was played in three different places in Utah. Each location offered a unique challenge for the golfers.

• In 1962, the tournament was called the Salt Lake City Open. It was held at the Willow Creek Country Club in Salt Lake City.
• In 1963, it was known as the Ogden Ladies' Open. Golfers played at the Ogden Country Club in Ogden.
• Finally, in 1964, the tournament was named the Riverside Ladies Open. This last event took place at the Riverside Country Club in Provo.

Who Won the Tournament?

Only three different golfers won this tournament during its short history. Each winner was a very talented player in women's golf.

• 1964: Clifford Ann Creed won the Riverside Ladies Open.
• 1963: Kathy Whitworth won the Ogden Ladies' Open.
• 1962: Mickey Wright won the Salt Lake City Open.