May McDonnell '22 Recruiting Profile

Charlotte Country Day SchoolCharlotte, NCWomen's Golf

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Height5'8"

Weight120lbs

Age21

Primary PositionGolfer

Dominant HandRight

18 Hole Average84.77

Tournament Scoring Average168

Handicap10.7

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Personal Statement

Dear Coach,

At five years old, golf was a way for me to spend time with my dad. Some of my fondest memories are spending Saturday afternoons with my dad, learning all that I could about this amazing game. As I began to develop my game, I caught a glimpse of what I could accomplish. With hard work, dedication, and tenacity, I have always believed that anything I put my mind to, I can do. As I began to play in tournaments, my confidence grew. Of course, there were always rounds that I wished I could go back to change, but through failure and struggle, I have learned to stay in the present, and to never be fearful of success.

In my sophomore season, I placed as an all conference individual, as well as thirteenth in my conference during the NCISAA state tournament. Placing tied for twenty third overall, I am eager to continue to play, and unlock my complete potential as a player. I have played several tournaments on the Peggy Kirk Bell tour, as well as a win during a one day triad event with TYGA.

Through the game of golf, I have learned so much about myself. I am competitive, but I have learned patience, and finding a comfortable head space where I can play freely. I enjoy getting to know the people I play with, and making friends in the golf community. Although a little shyness can creep into my mannerisms, I have no issues being vulnerable to new people in order to genuinely get to know them. I love sports of all kinds, and I so enjoy being a competitive athlete. When I am not on the course or practicing, I am in the gym or in the pool, working on strength and conditioning. Although it can be challenging, balancing sports with a rigorous academic schedule has helped me manage my time wisely, and find the value in having an escape through sport. I hope that I would be able to serve you and your team as a collegiate athlete, both in the classroom, and on the course.

One of my favorite quotes: "There’s always more to you. There’s always more to what you can do.” - Cliff Devries

-The Pursuit of Happiness

Athletics

High School Information

Years w/ Varsity
1 year
2019 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
1st Team All-Conference
Team Awards
Conference 2nd Place

Coach References

High School Head Coach
Stephanie Harner

Events

Camp/Event
Orange Whip Classic
2/27/21 to 2/28/21
The conditions were tough at this event as both rounds began after significant rainfall. In shot 86 in round one and 74 on round two. Round two was a great bounce back from a few bad holes in round one. Despite the scores, I am pleased with my putting and number of fairways hit. I hit significantly more greens on day two which led to several birdie opportunities. The course played a total yardage of 5751 yards and had a slope rating of 72.9/132.
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Rocket Tour Players Championship
2/06/21 to 2/07/21
Conditions were tougher in this particular event with the ground having been quite wet. I hit my tee shots well and putted well. However, I left myself long puts off of my approach shots. I shot 87 in round one and 84 in round two. This course played 5701 yards and had a slope rating of 763.9/135.
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Peggy Kirk Bell Tournament of Champions
12/05/20 to 12/06/20
The Tournament of Champions was an invitation only event. The South course at Forest Creek played 5700 yards with a slope rating of 129/73.3. I shot 77 on day one and 80 on day two. I was tied third going into day two. I ended the event tied eleventh. The course was in great shape and the greens were relatively soft and fast.
Camp/Event
NCISSA State Championship
10/26/20 to 10/26/20
This was a one day state tournament with a total field of 38 girls. We played a total yardage of 5520, with a slope rating of 70.7/129. I placed tied 8 with a score of 77. The top nine competitors are recognized as "All State", and being tied for eighth, I made the All State list.
Camp/Event
North Carolina Series Finale
9/19/20 to 9/20/20
The course played a slope rating of 130/72.9. The weather was very clear, but the wind was very much a variable during play on both days. Day one score: 80. Day two score: 83. I had five birdies throughout the event, which was important as I was able to capitalize on the opportunities when they came.
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Southeast Classic
6/27/20 to 6/28/20
The course at the Windermere club played 5118 yards, slope rating: 70.6/118, shot 85 in round one and 77 in round two, tied for second out of 20 players- ball striking was very good this tournament, a few more missed greens in round one than round two, putting much more controlled and consistent, a shorter course that did not require big tee shots, but consisted of several trouble areas in each fariway
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South Carolina Series
6/21/20 to 6/21/20
Course: Carolina Pines/Grande View, course played 5822 yards, slope rating: 71.5/127, shot 87, tied for seventh place- Improved ball striking during this event, ball placement was decent, more putts on the greens than normal
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North Carolina Series- Bryan Park
6/10/20 to 6/10/20
Course played a total of 5800 yards, slope rating of 131/73.6, shot 80, placed tied for 11 out of 32 total players in the Prep Division.
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North Carolina Series- Foxfire Resort
6/01/20 to 6/01/20
Foxfire Resort Grey course played 5762 yards, 74.3/130, shot 89, one day event, tied for 10th out of 20 total players.
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North Carolina Series- Longleaf Golf & Family Club
5/31/20 to 5/31/20
The Longleaf course played 5549 yards, 72.3/128, shot 84 in this one day event, tied for 12th out of 28 total players.
Camp/Event
Tar Heel Classic
3/07/20 to 3/08/20
Could not compete due to illness- Registered to compete again on August 8-9 2020 in the same event. The Prep Division will play 5650 yards, 129/72.5.
Camp/Event
Rocket tour Players Championship
2/15/20 to 2/15/20
*Round two of the Rocket Tour Players Championship was cancelled mid-round due to intense unplayable conditions as a result of heavy rainfall. The UGA course played 5701 yards, 73.6/135, shot 91, tied for 9th out of 15 in the Prep Division.
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PKB Foundation Classic
2/01/20 to 2/02/20
The Forest Creek course played 5250 yards, 70.7/123, shot 93 on day 1 and 85 on day 2, placed 18th out of 28 in the Futures division.
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Peggy Kirk Bell Junior
12/28/19 to 12/29/19
The Pine Needles course played 5100 yards, 69.4/120, shot 82 on Day 1 and 87 on Day 2, tied for 12th out of 37 players in the Futures National Division.
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River Landing Classic
11/02/19 to 11/03/19
The course at River Landing played 5134 yards, 70.3/125, shot 81 on Day 1 and 91 on Day 2, tied for 8th out of 21 players in the Futures National Division.
Camp/Event
Last Chance Invitational Qualifier
10/27/19 to 10/27/19
The Bermuda Run West course played 5900 yards, 74.7/141, shot 89 in this one day event, tied for 7th out of 9 total players.
Camp/Event
NCISAA State Championship
10/21/19 to 10/22/19
Second time playing in the state tournament at Whispering Pines.