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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give 2023 Champion Leona Maguire to Donate $25,000 to Kids’ Food Basket

2023 Meijer LPGA Classic achieved another strong fundraising total, record-setting attendance and highest number of volunteers in tournament history GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer has announced it’s making a
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Maguire takes her time, then closes fast to win Meijer

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – Patience is one of the most overused words in golf, but Ireland’s Leona Maguire showed the value of having plenty of it on a
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Very superstitious

By Jeff Babineau Ariya Jutanugarn had one thought when she opened this week’s Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give by shooting 73. She probably was headed for the weekend
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Bonus Weekend for Brooke

By Jeff Babineau Brooke Henderson is a two-time champion at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give and a big fan favorite in Grand Rapids, so it was a
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Yang Holds One Shot Lead In Crowded Leaderboard Heading into Sunday

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – As Yogi Berra might have said, it’s déjà vu all over again at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give. Three days of play
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Kelly Tilghman Returns to the Airwaves

By Jeff Babineau Sunday’s final-round network telecast of the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, which will be on CBS (2-4 p.m. EDT), will feature a familiar voice as
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For India’s Ashok, a nod to her dad on Father’s Day Weekend

By Jeff Babineau LPGA player Aditi Ashok of India won’t have to find a phone to reach her father long-distance this Father’s Day. He’ll be walking in her gallery
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Japan’s Furue takes the midway Meijer LPGA lead – with a familiar face closing fast

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – Leona Maguire is that pesky, persistent neighborhood teen who keeps pounding on your front door at the dinner hour, trying to convince you to
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Finally, Harigae flips the switch

By Jeff Babineau Mina Harigae opened this week’s Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give with a round of 74, which put her in 118th place early Friday, potentially headed
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Olson has the weekend off, but made her mark in Michigan

By Jeff Babineau Amy Olson, who is six months pregnant, shot 74-75 and missed the cut at the Meijer LPGA. But that’s not to say her week wasn’t memorable.
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Kuehn will be back even stronger 

By Jeff Babineau Amateur Rachel Kuehn, who recently helped lead Wake Forest to the women’s NCAA golf title, was making just her second LPGA start, playing on a sponsor’s
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Thursday Meijer LPGA Classic Notebook

By Jeff Babineau Have putter(s), will travel … BELMONT, Mich. – LPGA player Jasmine Suwannapura of Thailand must not mind paying the extra baggage fee when she travels to
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It’s a crowded Day 1 leaderboard at the Meijer LPGA Classic; just don’t let the defending champ know

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – Jennifer Kupcho, defending champion at this week’s Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, found an interesting way to try to escape her 2023
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Crawford’s week is all about gratitude

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – Paige Crawford is 31 years old and has been chasing a golf career since college; last year marked the very first time she
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For aspiring pro Kuehn, Meijer LPGA presents a big test – on several levels

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – Amateur Rachel Kuehn, who recently helped to lead the Wake Forest women’s golf team to an NCAA championship in Arizona, is competing in
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A Winner’s Mantra: New Course, New Week

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – South Africa’s Ashleigh Buhai first played on the LPGA in 2008; she didn’t win for the first time until 2022, at age 33,
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At the Meijer LPGA Classic, Success is a Trend to Watch

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – For LPGA players, Blythefield Country Club, home to the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give that begins on Thursday, can represent a “horses-for-courses” style
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As Summer Beckons, Kupcho Looks to Find her Winning Form at the Meijer LPGA Classic

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – There are so many good things for Jennifer Kupcho to recall from her personal highlight reel at last year’s Meijer LPGA Classic for
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Eighteen of the World’s Top 25 Players Headline Early Commitments for the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, June 15-18 at Blythefield Country Club

Past Champions, Major Champions and Fan Favorites Commit, including Defending Champion Jennifer Kupcho, Nelly Korda, Brooke Henderson and Lexi Thompson WHAT: Early commitments for the 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Continues Emphasis on Diversity and Inclusion

Tournament collaborates with more than a dozen local diverse-owned restaurants to bolster community event GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will continue to highlight the retailer’s
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Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg’s Returns for Ninth Event

Registration is now open GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg’s® will return for the ninth time as part of the Meijer LPGA
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Keeps Focus on Family Fun: Discovery Land Additions, Most Affordable Concessions in Professional Sporting Events

Discovery Land and Family Care Areas returning to the course for maximum family fun GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – While focused on feeding families across the Midwest, the Meijer LPGA
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Tickets Available Now for the 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

J. Brewer’s premium hospitality experience returns with expanded pavilion and menu GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will once again welcome families, foodies, and golf fans from
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Seeks 1,200 Volunteers for Full-Scale Family Event

Award-winning tournament that fights hunger is back for 9th year GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is seeking 1,200 volunteers – its highest goal in 9 years
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In a Day of Many Ups and Downs, Kupcho Doesn’t Back Down at Meijer

By Jeff Babineau  BELMONT, Mich. – Jennifer Kupcho experienced just about every emotion one could experience on the 18th green at Blythefield Country Club on Sunday, home to the Meijer LPGA
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Vu’s Closing Birdie Barrage 

Lilia Vu started Sunday in a tie for 34that the Meijer, and didn’t feel all that good with the putter, but decided to adopt a more aggressive mindset for
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Nelly Korda’s Close Call

Nelly Korda made a nice run at trying to become the first back-to-back winner in the history of the Meijer LPGA Classic, but she just didn’t have it on
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Kupcho Keeps the Pace, but Familiar Faces Chase

By Jeff Babineau  BELMONT, Mich. – Some very familiar faces worked their way up the leaderboard on Friday at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give. Defending champion Nelly Korda,
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A Happy Return for Parks

BELMONT, Mich. — It’s been a few years since Sadena Parks had her LPGA card, and she hadn’t made a start on the LPGA since late 2017, nearly five
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Captain, My Captain

BELMONT, Mich. — Stacy Lewis was pleased with her own game on Thursday – five birdies, no bogeys – but also is filling another role as she competes these days. As
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The Nelly Forecast: Low and in the 60s Again 

BELMONT, Mich. — Defending champion Nelly Korda, making only her second start after surgery to correct a blood clot in her left arm sidelined her for three months, played
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Kupcho Turns in Career-Best 63 to Lead After Round One at Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

By Jeff Babineau  BELMONT, Mich. – There are no hidden secrets to success at Blythefield Country Club, home of the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give. A player must walk
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J. Brewer’s Experience Transcends Beyond the Great Cuisine at Meijer LPGA Classic

By Jeff Babineau BELMONT, Mich. – Jessica Ann Tyson hands a plateful of food across the counter inside the new and expansive J. Brewer’s culinary experience at the Meijer LPGA
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Brooke Henderson, a two-time winner at Meijer, Eyes a Perfect Return in Western Michigan 

By Jeff Babineau  BELMONT, Mich. – Looking back at her magical Sunday at the ShopRite LPGA Classic in New Jersey less than 48 hours earlier, there was a word that
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For Major Winners Lee and Korda, It’s Back to Work at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

By Jeff Babineau  BELMONT, Mich. – Minjee Lee, the third-ranked player in the world, took last week off, still riding the giant wave after seeing her lifelong dream pop to
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World’s Top Players Set to Return to the 2022 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

By Jeff Babineau  BELMONT, Mich. -For LPGA competitors, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give offers the best of two worlds. The event at Blythefield Country Club just north
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Raises Tournament Goal to $1.2M to Feed Families in Need

Tournament makes $50K donation to support local restaurants, food pantries as it unveils details of upgraded on-course culinary delights Tickets on sale now open at www.meijerlpgaclassic.com/tickets. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Steps Up Family Focus: Announces new Family Village Outdoor Seating Area Featuring Games and Great Views

Discovery Land and Family Care Areas to return to tournament for maximum family fun Tickets on sale now open at www.meijerlpgaclassic.com/tickets. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer LPGA Classic
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2022 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give to Offer Elevated Tournament Experience

Tournament touts new premium hospitality ticket, expanded food offerings and viewing areas for all Tickets on sale now open at www.meijerlpgaclassic.com/tickets. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer LPGA Classic
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Seeks 1,000+ Volunteers for Full-Scale Summer Event

Award-winning tournament will again #OutDriveHunger by supporting Simply Give with help of more than 1,000 volunteers. Volunteer Registration now open at www.meijerlpgaclassic.com/volunteer. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Back for its
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Third Round of Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Pauses Play, Evacuates Due to Lightning

Who:    Spectators of the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give What:   The Meijer LPGA Classic is pausing play and evacuating the course due to lightning.               Play
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2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give to Bring World’s Top Golfers Back to Michigan

Strong field led by defending champion Brooke Henderson        May 24, 2021 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The 2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will draw the world’s best golfers
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Tickets to the 2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Go On Sale Tomorrow

Capacity restrictions lifted for tournament week May 24, 2021 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. –– Tickets to the 2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give go on sale Tuesday, May 25
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Returns this Summer

Award-winning tournament remains committed to supporting Simply Give May 12, 2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Returns this Summer                                                            Award-winning tournament remains committed to supporting Simply Give
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Postponed

April 3, 2020 Meijer is committed to enriching lives in the communities we serve, and the seventh annual Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will be no exception once
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Tickets to Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Now Available Online

March 11, 2020 Tickets to Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Now Available Online Proceeds from the seventh annual tournament will benefit Simply Give GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Tickets
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Seeks Record Number of Volunteers

Feb. 11, 2020 – Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Seeks Record Number of Volunteers Officials aim to secure 1,200 volunteers for weeklong tournament GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Volunteer
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Touted as Best Tournament for Families and Foodies

Jan. 31, 2020 – Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Touted as Best Tournament for Families and Foodies 2019 tournament won multiple Gold Driver Awards GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. –The 2019
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Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Extends Tournament through 2021

The 2019 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give renewed its agreement with the LPGA and Blythefield Country Club for two more years, extending the popular tournament through 2021, tournament officials announced.
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