Girls Golf

Best of the Best

By TERRY JONES
Published December 13, 2006

Shena Yang, Wharton, Sophomore

Why we picked her: Yang maintained consistency throughout the season, scoring in the middle-to-high 30s and finishing with a nine-hole average of 38. Her 36-hole score of 144 was fifth at the Class 2A tournament and the top state score among Hillsborough County girls players. She also won the District 11 tournament and placed second at the Region 4 meet.

Most impressive accomplishment: Leading the Wildcats to their first state tournament appearance and placing fifth in the state as a sophomore.

College plans: Undecided. With two years of high school remaining, Yang has not made any permanent plans. A professional career is definitely a goal, but whether she pursues that dream before or after college depends on the next two years.

Did you know?: Unlike most young standout golfers, Yang does not spend her entire summers competing in the tough Florida youth circuit. She prefers spending that time with relatives in South Korea.

First Team

Shena Yang, Wharton, So. Lowest state tournament score among county golfers

Kelsey Gibson, Tampa Prep, Fr. State qualifier won Class A, District 14 tourney.

Sarah Fisher, Chamberlain, Sr. Won second district title; nine-hole average of 38.6

Christina Gray, Tampa Prep, Sr. Fifth at Class A state meet (146)

Heather Wengyn, Durant, Sr. 24th at Class 2A tournament (156)

Second Team

Jenna Taylor, Newsome, Sr.

Alex Irish, Wharton, Jr.

Michelle Bermudez, Wharton, Sr.

Ashley Miller, Durant, Sr.

Bianca Urso, Plant, Sr.

Honorable Mention

Armwood - Danielle Gildea, Jordan Suggs; Bloomingdale - Lauren Anderson, Alysha Vigue; Durant - Amy West; East Bay - Julie Rolfe; Freedom - Margaux Camara, Kacy Grady; Gaither - Alex Bonham, Cally Graniero, Abby Glissom, Francesca Pierre; King - Puja Patel; Newsome - Jessica Alexander; Plant - Bryce Alley, Gen King; Plant City - Dakota Baty; Riverview - Christian Slater; Sickles - Amanda Bair, Brittni Lavine; Wharton - Kate Demick

Coach of the Year Maxine Stark, Wharton

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