Kylie Eaton Wins RI Women’s Amateur Title in Walking Boot
Playing in a walking boot, Kylie Eaton won her second Rhode Island Women’s Amateur title on Friday at Alpine Country Club.
Eaton held on to beat Alise Knudson 2&1 for her second Am title in the last four years.
“The last holes were a little bit shaky so I was glad to get the up and down there to secure the win. Overall, good week, lots of birdies. Alise played really well, but I’m glad I came out on top today,” said Eaton after the round.
Eaton played the entire match play portion of the tournament in a walking boot after injuring her ankle this past weekend playing tennis.
“It was different. I feel a little lopsided and I can’t really pivot, but other than that, it’s all good,” said Eaton.
She expects to remain in the boot for at least the next few days.
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Next up for Eaton
In the immediate future, Eaton will be playing in the Kirkbrae Club Championship semi-finals on Saturday and Finals on Sunday if she advances.
After that, she is headed to Canada for the Canadian Women’s Amateur next week.
Next up for Knudson
After claiming medalist honors in the Women’s Am and finishing runner-up overall, Knudson will now turn her attention to the pros.
Knudson plans to turn pro within the year and will start by playing mini-tour events before heading to Q-School.
Senior Amateur
The Senior Women’s Amateur was won by Potowomut’s Martha Clancy.
She beat Melissa Hem 2&1 to take the title.
Net Amateur
The Net Amateur wagon won by Norma Taylor.
She beat Lisa Corrigan 5&4.