The Solheim Cup combines the tradition and prestige of the game of golf with passion for one’s country and continent. This biennial, transatlantic team match-play competition features the 12 best European players from the Ladies European Tour (LET) and the 12 best U.S. players from the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour.
Held every two years, the event has grown into the most highly coveted trophy in women’s professional golf team competition; some of the most memorable moments in the sport have happened during past Solheim Cups and berths on the European and U.S. teams are highly sought-after by players from both organisations. The Solheim Cup is named in honour of Karsten and Louise Solheim, the founders of Karsten Manufacturing Corporation, which makes PING golf equipment.
Tomorrow starts the 20th Solheim Cup competition
ABOUT THE SOLHEIM CUP – HOW IT WORKS
- Teams are made up of 12 players, a captain and three assistant captains.
- The event has three days of competition.
- Days one and two comprise of a morning session of foursome matches and an afternoon session of four-ball matches.
- The final day is made up of singles matches
ABOUT MATCH PLAY FORMATS
Foursome Match
“Foursome” play is a match where two golfers from the same team are paired up to compete against two golfers from the other team. Each team plays one ball and the golfers play alternate shots until the hole is played out.
Four-ball Match
“Four-Ball” play is a match where each member of the two-player team plays her own ball. Four balls are in play on each hole. The lowest score from each team will be the score for that team.
Singles Match
“Single” is a match where one player from Team USA competes against one player from Team Europe. Each will play her own ball. On the final day, all twelve members from Team USA will compete against the twelve members from Team Europe in singles matches.
It’s our favorite sporting event and this is my 6th competition and we couldn’t be happier to be in the Netherlands and it is the first time they’re hosting.
Welcomed by Lily a lovely Irish lady who offered to take our photo
We were there early enough to beat the shopping crowds and pick up some treasurers. Love that they have the Netherlands represented with their signature orange and black and of course tulips 🌷
We walked The Bernardus Golf Course and it is in pristine condition.
It’s practice round day so you have to find the players. The 🇺🇸 was on the back nine & the euros on the front. We wanted to scope out the course for tomorrow’s viewing spot and catch some favorite 🇺🇸 players.
This was a celebration worthwhile
Some of our favorites….
And the teams having a serious day of practice. The rain ☔️ yesterday made the course soft but these ladies have unbelievable game.
One of our favorite European golfers Anna Nordqvist (and an ASU Grad) was always a tough competitor and usually played against Lexi Thompson. Anna and her Anna Banana followers are here and proudest of her role as Captain this year. Their outfits are amazing!
We had an incredible day!! One big bonus is our hotel drops us off at the entrance so no lines, and no shuttles for us. 🍀🍀🍀🍀
Let the games begin….
If needed I am ready
