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Rianna Garland '20 Recruiting Profile
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Rianna Garland GolfPersonal Statement
Golf started as a curiosity at age 11, and quickly grew to be my favorite sport. As I played golf more I discovered that I may have a natural talent for the game which pushed me to pursue a swing coach. The blend of talent and a great swing coach swiftly turned into formal competitions. Since I started, I have competed at several events with a variety of challenges and in temperatures that would make a lizard cry. I am very thankful that I learned to play golf. Golf has taught me a great deal about overcoming difficulties. Now, I love competing in golf and look forward to competing on a college level and furthering the skill in the sport I have come to love.
As a person, I strive to do my best whether it be school or golf. My goal in college is to major in chemical engineering. I am searching for the college who will help me develop both academically and athletically. I cannot wait to continue competing, further my golf skills and get the education I need to succeed. If you are this college, I am looking forward to being a part of your student body and bringing you some victories!
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- 2018 Varsity Team
- 2017 Varsity Team
- 2016 Varsity Team
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 8 seasons
- 2018 JGAA (Individual)
- Thunderbird Jr Classic///1st Day-85...2nd Day-79----Show Low Classic (NEW)/// FIRST PLACE...1st Day-86...2nd Day-82
- 2018 Junior PGA Championship (Individual)
- Fifth Place Overall -HS Girls Division----Tied for 3rd on second round
- 2018 PGA Junior Golf SW Chapter Antigua (Individual)
- #1 Augusta Ranch GC...Score 69-First Place///#2 Leisure World-Coyote Run-First Place////#3 Longbow GC-First Place///#4 Painted Mountain GC...Second Place///#5 Viewpoint GC...Second Place///#6 Trilogy GC...3rd Place------Invitation Earned to PGA Jr Championship
- 2018 Ping Junior Series / PGA Southwest Section AZ (Arizona Golf Resort Team 1)
- Rianna had the top score on her team advancing her to Ping Regionals. She was only 1 of 4 girls that made it to regionals. Outstanding performance!
- 2017 Ping Junior Series / PGA Southwest Section AZ (Superstition Springs Team 1)
- Team advanced to regionals in Tucson.
- 2017 Southwest PGA (Individual)
- Courses...Augusta Ranch GC, Leisure World-Coyote Run GC, Painted Mountain GC, Viewpoint GC, Longbow GC, Trilogy GC----Advanced on to Championship in Sedona, AZ
- 2016 Southwest PGA (Individual)
- Schedule Included...Augusta Ranch GC, Painted Mountain GC, Toka Sticks GC, Longbow GC, Viewpoint GC & Trilogy GC. First Advance on to Championships in Sedona, AZ.
- 2015 Southwest PGA (Individual)
- Augusta Ranch GC, Whirlwind GC, Viewpoint GC, Painted Mountain GC, & Trilogy GC.
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Nicholas Steinkemper
- Private Coach
- Char Carson
Events
- Camp/Event
- 2019 New Year Class
- 1/19/19 to 1/20/19
- played yellow tees - 5650 yds (71.2 119). Scores 88, 77. 2nd day all time lowest score - 77. 5th place overall finish.
- Camp/Event
- Winter Classic
- 12/01/18 to 12/02/18
- 4th place out of 21 participants (scores 82, 84; played Gold tees, 72.5 course rating, 121 slope rating, 5805 yds)
- Camp/Event
- Show Low Classic
- 10/13/18 to 10/14/18
- Won 1st place in Girls 15-18 division
- Camp/Event
- 2018 Aguila Invitational
- 9/07/18 to 9/08/18
- scored 81 each day from gold tees (74.5/128)
- Camp/Event
- Antigua Jr Championships
- 7/31/18 to 8/01/18
- finished 5th - (89, 80)
- Camp/Event
- JGAA Phoenix City Junior Championship
- 7/05/18 to 7/06/18
- 1st Eagle on par 4 hole 14
- Camp/Event
- JGAA Thunderbird Junior Classic
- 6/13/18 to 6/14/18
- Finished 9th - 2nd day - all time low - 79
- Camp/Event
- Antigua Jr Prep Tour
- 6/11/18 to 6/11/18
- Lowest score (7 over par for 18)
Training
- Superstition Springs Golf Club
- 3 years
- Kokapelli Golf Club
- 1 year
Statistics
| Statistic | 2018 Varsity Team | 2018 Junior PGA Cha |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Hole Low | 81 | 80 |
| 9 Hole Low | 36 | 38 |
| 18 Hole Avg. | 84.5 | |
| Putts per 18 | 2 | |
| Driving Accuracy | Good |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Physics Comp 101/comp 102 Calculus BCRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsHonor Roll, Desert Ridge Junior HS, 2014-2016, 7th & 8th Grades Golden Scholar, Desert Ridge HS, 2016-2017, 9th Grade Golden Scholar, Desert Ridge HS, 2017-2018, 10th Grade
- ActivitiesAVID Tutor Robotics Club