Richmond golfer Christine Wong has launched a fund raising drive to help the next stage of her promising career.
After establishing herself as one of Canada's top amateur players and an outstanding stint at San Diego State University, the 22-year-old turned professional last August. Her lengthy resumé includes being two-time B.C. Women's Amateur champion, runner-up for low amateur at the 2010 U.S. Women's Open and three NCAA tournament victories. She was named San Diego State's Scholar-Athlete of the Year during her senior season.
"My entire life I have dreamed and dedicated my life to competing in this sport professionally, "said Wong. "I feel that 2014 will be an unforgettably successful year. I will take my game to the next level by competing in the Canadian Women's Tour, the LPGA Symetra Tour and eventually the LPGA Tour. Through playing in events and competitions, I will be gaining the needed experience in order to advance to the world class level."
To help get her started, Wong is winding down a campaign through RallyMe - an online funding tool which allows supporters to make donations to help athletes with their inspiring careers.
"A few nights ago I was watching CTV news on the topic of the Olympic athletes and surprisingly enough the announcers were talking about funding and how the athletes were able to get to where they are through crowd funding," said Wong who has now been playing for 14 years.
"This next year is crucial for me because I need to get exposure through tournaments which will allow me to make a name for myself and possibly land big sponsorships from large companies. Getting this exposure in the first year is crucial in order to reach the level of success I want to achieve."
To support Wong visit her Rallyme page at https://www.rallyme.com/rallies/244/cw2014dream Her official website is christinewonggolf.com. She is also currently teaching at the new state-of-the-art Pacific Golf Academy indoor facility. To arrange lessons call 604-274-4653.
