Celebrating Excellence: Lottie Woad Named 2025 Golfweek Female Amateur of the Year
The year 2025 has been a remarkable one for women’s amateur golf, with numerous players showcasing their talent on a global stage. Amid strong competition, one name has risen above the rest, making history as a standout performer: Lottie Woad.
2025 Golfweek Female Amateur of the Year: Lottie Woad
Lottie Woad of England during the final round of the Augusta National Women’s Amateur at Augusta National Golf Club on April 5, 2025.
Lottie Woad has had an extraordinary journey as an amateur golfer, which includes a remarkable performance at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur last year. She maintained her position as the No. 1 player in the World Amateur Golf Ranking throughout 2025. Not only did she clinch victory at the Women’s Irish Open as an amateur, but she also finished third at the prestigious Amundi Evian Championship. This achievement not only earned her an LPGA card but also paved the way for her to turn professional the following week—and she continued her streak by winning her professional debut.
Honorable Mentions
Megha Ganne
Megha Ganne celebrating her win at the 125th US Women’s Amateur at Bandon Dunes, Oregon, on August 10, 2025.
Megha Ganne has emerged as a vibrant figure in the sport over the years, and 2025 was particularly special for her. She achieved her breakthrough win at the U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship held at Bandon Dunes, further solidifying her status among the top amateur golfers.
Paula Martin Sampedro
Paula Martin Sampedro after winning the R&A Women’s Amateur Championship at Nairn Golf Club on June 15, 2025.
Paula Martin Sampedro, who finished the season ranked second, had a stellar summer in Europe. She secured victories at both the Women’s Amateur Championship and the European Ladies Amateur, and she continues to shine as a standout player for top-ranked Stanford University.
Mirabel Ting
Mirabel Ting, recognized as the top women’s college golfer with the 2025 Annika Award.
Mirabel Ting has proven to be an exceptional talent in collegiate golf, surpassing even her former teammate Lottie Woad by winning five events during the season. Her impressive achievements earned her the prestigious Annika Award, recognizing her as the top women’s college golfer before she transitioned to professional play last summer.
Past Winners
- 2024: Lottie Woad
- 2023: Rose Zhang
- 2022: Rose Zhang
As we celebrate these remarkable athletes, Lottie Woad stands as a testament to what dedication and talent can achieve in the world of women’s amateur golf. With a bright future ahead, it will be exciting to see how her career unfolds in the professional realm.
