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Kai Trump Signs With Miami, Makes LPGA Debut at The ANNIKA

A sponsor exemption places the 18-year-old influencer in the spotlight as the LPGA and Miami view her participation as a chance to reach new audiences.

Overview

  • Trump officially signed with the University of Miami women’s golf program during the NCAA signing window, with coach Janice Olivencia calling the added attention a positive for the team.
  • She is set to tee off in The ANNIKA pro-am at 12:32 p.m. ET at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida, alongside Olivia Cowan, Gigi Stoll, Hinako Shibuno, Kate Smith-Stroh and Lucy Li.
  • The LPGA said sponsor invitations help showcase emerging players and broaden the tour’s reach, citing Trump’s ability to attract younger fans.
  • Trump said President Donald Trump and Tiger Woods advised her to relax and enjoy the experience as she enters her first LPGA event.
  • An AJGA No. 461-ranked amateur, she arrives with notable driving power and a large social-media following that includes her own apparel and lifestyle brand.