Kelly Zhao '24 Recruiting Profile

I started playing golf when I was 4 and started to compete competitively when I turned 5. Ever since attending the US Kids World Championship when I was 7, I learned that one of my dreams would be to play golf at an international and collegiate level.

I am a hardworking, dedicated, and passionate individual in golf, academics, and extracurriculars. Especially for golf, I strive to improve and work towards my goals every time I practice and workout. This persevering work I have put in also allowed me to learn many things through my experiences during golf.

This sport has taught me many meaningful lessons such as, keeping a consistent mental game, keeping a positive outlook, and to grow and accept my mistakes. These have had an effect on my identity and everyday life. This, I believe, has helped and will continue to help me to be a better person.

For college golf I am looking forward to playing with a supportive team and coach who are all passionate about my favourite sport. I would love to continue developing my game and to challenge myself with the help of my friends and mentors to reach all my dreams!