Women of Golf: Season 13 - Episode 10 | Growing Up in Seattle Rain Gave Lauryn Nguyen a Winning Edge

Join us as we dive into Epson Tour's, Lauryn Nguyen’s inspiring journey from playing on Seattle’s municipal courses to winning her first professional tournament. In this episode, Lauryn shares insights into her upbringing, her training in challenging weather conditions, and her approach to the game. Plus, Cindy and Ted explore how local courses can become more welcoming environments, especially for women, through affordable and impactful upgrades. Main Topics: • Lauryn Nguyen’s background and rise in golf, from municipal courses to EPSON Tour winner. • The importance of practicing specialized shots in adverse weather conditions. • Strategic play: knowing when to attack or play it safe. • How municipal courses can modernize and attract more women with low-cost improvements. • Community engagement strategies for local courses, including events and inclusive practices. • The role of mental toughness and confidence in tournament success. • Ideas for creating fun, accessible golf experiences like short loops or themed outings. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and overview of Lauryn Nguyen’s story 01:03 - Welcome back to the Women of Golf show 01:23 - Cindy's weather update and upcoming guest mention 01:55 - Lauryn Nguyen’s recent tournament victory and background 02:24 - Early life and development on municipal courses 02:52 - Significance of municipal golf in her career 03:22 - Her amateur achievements and collegiate success 03:36 - Key strengths: exceptional ball striking and adaptability 03:39 - Reflections on her recent win and competitive mindset 04:08 - Strategies for playing in rain and wind 05:20 - Tips for amateurs facing adverse weather conditions 06:01 - Maintaining confidence in tough weather 06:39 - Practice habits for specialized shots like punch shots 08:04 - The importance of shot repertoire and confidence 10:10 - Managing different shots under pressure 10:39 - How she approaches shot selection and course management 11:54 - The value of knowing your shot options 12:37 - Playing it safe vs. aggressive play in tournaments 13:19 - What she enjoys most about pro golf 14:09 - Mentorship and learning from seasoned tour players 15:07 - Insights on competing in challenging conditions 17:15 - Final round insights and handling pressure 17:44 - Her winning moment and mental focus 18:52 - Typical game style: conservative vs. aggressive 19:22 - Playing according to conditions and leaderboard position 20:52 - Inspirations from top women and men players 21:06 - Memorable ‘wow’ shots from professionals 23:04 - Dream foursome: golf icons she would love to play with 24:22 - Doubts and self-belief during her season 25:49 - Balancing golf life with personal goals and future plans 26:21 - Alternative career interests within the sport 28:33 - Transition challenges from college to tour life 32:29 - Next tournaments and maintaining confidence 33:44 - Final thoughts and encouragement Enjoy our special segment on how municipal courses can thrive in the modern era, with affordable upgrades to encourage more women to pick up golf. From community clinics to budget-friendly course improvements, discover how local courses can become more inclusive and fun hubs for players of all levels. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wome... (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wome...) .