Imagine stepping onto the green with the hopes and dreams of a rookie golfer, only to find yourself winning two majors in your inaugural season. That's the exhilarating journey Juli Inkster, our esteemed guest and 7-time major championship winner, lets us accompany her on, as we stroll down memory lane to the golden years of golf. We delve into the ups and downs, the victories, and the impactful moments of the 1983 and 1984 LPGA Tour. We touch upon the important role of corporate sponsors like Colgate-Palmolive, and the pivotal influence of Yoko Okamoto on the Asian golfing scene.

Embrace the thrill of the sport as Juli reminisces about her momentous 1984 season, becoming the first LPGA rookie to win two majors. There's a story behind every swing, and Juli opens up about her relentless drive for consistency, the significance of maintaining personal connections, and the unadulterated joy of winning the Lady Keystone Open on Father's Day. From the animated dancing skills of Kathy Whitworth and Amy Alcott to the unforgettable karaoke contest, we pull back the curtain on the fascinating stories from the tour.

As we approach the end of this segment, we throw light on the unique challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with a professional golf career. We then turn to Juli's remarkable victory at the 1999 U.S. Women's Open, where she became the oldest champion since 1955. We conclude our episode with an insightful comparison of the earnings of players from 1984 to 1999, highlighting the growth and increasing popularity of the sport. So, come join us as we celebrate the hard work, determination, and seize-the-moment spirit that is emblematic of Juli Inkster’s illustrious career in golf as she continues her life story, “FORE the Good of the Game.”

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"FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.”

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