2023 Drive, Chip and Putt Championship
Audrey McIntyre
Lakeway
,
TX
Age: 14 - 15
Gender: Girls
Region: South Central
The Path to the National Finals
Qualifying Path
Should a player advance through local qualifying, the subregional and regional qualifying sites are pre-determined based upon the local qualifying site. The player is not guaranteed participation in the subregional qualifier unless he/she advances through local qualifying. The player is not guaranteed participation in the regional qualifier unless he/she advances through local and subregional qualifying.
PLAYER BIRTHPLACE:
Austin, TX
NAME AND LOCATION OF SCHOOL:
Lake Travis High School, Lakeway, TX
GRADE IN SCHOOL:
10th grade
HOME GOLF COURSE AND LOCATION:
The Hills of Lakeway, Lakeway TX
PLAY GOLF RIGHT OR LEFT HANDED:
Right handed
AGE STARTED PLAYING GOLF:
6 years old
LOWEST SCORE SHOT (9 AND/OR 18 HOLES):
71 (18 holes)
HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN GOLF?
I saw my older cousin (Mike Foster Jr.) on the Big Break 2 and 6 and I wanted to be like him.
WHO INTRODUCED YOU TO GOLF?
My grandpa and dad
WHO DO YOU NORMALLY PLAY GOLF WITH?
My grandpa, dad or my high school teammates
WHO IS YOUR GOLF INSTRUCTOR?
Mark Clement (swing), Chris DeKeartry (short game)Erik Gnagy (sports psychology)
WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT PLAYING GOLF?
Every course is unique, so you are always challenged a different way.
WHAT PART OF GOLF DO YOU LIKE TO PRACTICE THE MOST?
I practice my short game in my house, my dad has a chipping area set up and we have a snap putting mat. This way I can practice in the middle of the Texas summer in air conditioning!
WHAT’S THE MOST DIFFICULT THING ABOUT GOLF?
I’m learning that golf is not a game of perfection and I need to give myself grace when I hit a bad shot. Also being good or bad at golf does not define me as a person, it’s just a game that I love and I love working to become a better player every time I practice :)
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CLUB?
“Hot Sauce” My putter
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GOLF COURSE IN THE WORLD?
Augusta National
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT IN GOLF SO FAR?
I have won some important tournaments, but qualifying for DCP National Finals in Augusta is a dream come true. I watch the Masters every year with my dad and we’ve both imagined what it would be like to hit a putt on 18 at Augusta. I cant believe it’s actually going to happen now. I’ll never forget this experience.
HAVE YOU EVER PARTICIPATED IN A USGA OR PGA OF AMERICA EVENT? IF SO, WHICH ONE(S), WHEN, AND HOW DID YOU DO?
Not yet. I hope to try to qualify for a US Women's Amateur some day.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHER JUNIORS PARTICIPATING IN DCP WHO ARE TRYING TO REACH THE NATIONAL FINALS
Believe in yourself and have fun!! Like my socks say “Don’t worry Pea Happy!”
DO YOU PARTICIPATE IN FIRST TEE?
My instructor Mark Klement is an instructor at the First Tee, and I do my best to try to volunteer to help the younger golfers when i’m not playing tournaments. I love seeing the little ones find their love for the game.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT PARTICIPATING IN DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT?
I love that DCP gives everyone an equal chance to compete for the ultimate prize. This event is a once in a lifetime opportunity open to people from every walk of life. It makes me happy to think I’m a little part of growing the game of golf. :)
MEMORABLE MOMENTS FROM YOUR LOCAL, SUBREGIONAL OR REGIONAL QUALIFIERS:
When I heard that Audrey McIntyre had punched her ticket to Augusta, I couldn’t stop smiling. Suddenly all the hard work I had done flashed before my eyes and I knew it was all worth it. I thought about the people that have supported me in my life like my dad and grandpa and I knew I made them proud. :)
HAVE YOU TRIED TO QUALIFY FOR DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT IN THE PAST? IF SO, PLEASE LIST EACH YEAR AND YOUR PREVIOUS RESULTS:
Yes, 2016 Local, 2017, Local, 2018 Sub regional, 2021 Local
DID YOU WATCH LAST YEAR’S DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT NATIONAL FINALS ON TELEVISION? IF SO, WHAT IMPACT DID THAT HAVE ON YOUR PARTICIPATION THIS YEAR?
I did. I had always believed that I would make it someday. When I chip in my house I would let my mind wander to what is would be like to be there. I know the competition is about having fun and being yourself on the course, and that’s what I love.
LIST FROM STRONGEST TO WEAKEST – DRIVING, CHIPPING, PUTTING:
Chipping, putting, driving
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TO THE MASTERS BEFORE? IF SO, WHEN?
I have never been.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GOLF ACCESSORY (HAT, HEADCOVER, BALL MARKER, ETC.)
My hot sauce putter cover. :)
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MASTERS MEMORY? U.S. OPEN OR U.S. WOMEN’S OPEN MEMORY? PGA CHAMPIONSHIP OR WOMEN’S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP MEMORY?
Watching Scotty Scheffler win last year after overcoming his drive on 18. He’s from Austin, and so am I and I was just so happy for him. I could tell he was nervous and it didn’t matter. He still won and it was great!!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY WATCHING GOLF ON TV?
Watching Justin Thomas win the PGA was so cool. My dad and I went on Sunday, but we had to leave early, so we watched on the way home. When we saw JT he was on 10 and it didn’t look like he could win. It was inspiring to me because it taught me to never give up, because you never know what could happen next!
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE MALE GOLFER, AND WHY?
Viktor Hovland because of his great attitude and calmness on the course.
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE FEMALE GOLFER, AND WHY?
Nelly Korda because of her great work ethic. My instructor says I swing like her. We are both tall. I hope to play against her one day.
WHO IS THE COOLEST PLAYER IN GOLF, AND WHY?
Jordan Speith!! I’m from Austin and Jordan has influenced me a lot. His short game is off the charts! I would love to pick his brain and learn how to putt and chip like he does.
HAVE YOU EVER PLAYED WITH SOMEONE FAMOUS? IF SO, WHO? PLEASE DESCRIBE THE CIRCUMSTANCES:
I think my cousin is pretty famous. Mike Foster Jr. he used to be on the Big Break and Big Break All Stars. He helps me a lot and even caddied for me one time.
IF YOU COULD CHOOSE TO PLAY GOLF WITH A DREAM FOURSOME, WHO WOULD THE OTHER THREE PEOPLE BE?
Jordan Speith, Viktor Hovland, Nelly Korda
DO YOU HAVE ANY SUPERSTITIONS AS IT RELATES TO GOLF? IF SO, PLEASE DESCRIBE:
When I need them, my lucky green don’t worry pea happy socks are my go to!
DO YOU PLAY ANY GOLF VIDEO GAMES? IF SO, WHICH ONE(S)?
Sometimes I play a golf game on xbox.
WHAT FOOD WOULD YOU SERVE AT YOUR CHAMPIONS DINNER AT AUGUSTA NATIONAL?
Texas Brisket with buttered potatoes
FAVORITE SCHOOL SUBJECT:
History
FAVORITE SCHOOL TEACHER:
Mrs. Hartman (AP World history)
FAVORITE SPORT (OTHER THAN GOLF):
Soccer (I’m an Austin FC fan). My dad and I go to all the games!!! Listos Verde!!
FAVORITE MOVIE:
Princess and the Frog
FAVORITE SINGER / MUSIC GROUP:
Maroon 5
FAVORITE TV SHOW:
Psych
DESCRIBE ANY TALENTS OR INTERESTS OUTSIDE OF GOLF:
I love to travel, and I love to paint. This will be my favorite trip by far!!
DESCRIBE ANY OBSTACLES YOU’VE OVERCOME IN YOUR LIFE:
I live in a single parent household (my dad). He works hard to help me and my brothers have a good life. Because of this, he needs extra help, and I do my best to help him raise my two brothers (one on the spectrum) and me. I don’t have all the luxuries some of the other kids have, but that’s ok with me. We do our best and live with lord of love.
HERO / ROLE MODEL(S):
My Grandpa. He’s the nicest man in the world and he helped me with golf when my dad was with my brothers or work. I love him.
WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?
“dream big and believe in yourself. Great things happen if you believe they can”
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?
Sports Journalist or Architect
DESCRIBE YOURSELF:
I’m a light hearted girl who believes that the glass is half full, and the next putt is going down!”
