2008 Atlanta Junior Spotlight (June) - Past Member

Diana Ramage
Advertising Sales Representative
Hometown: Auburn, Ala.

 

Ramage File
● Two-time winner of the Yamaha Georgia Women's Open
● Played on the LPGA Tour in 2006
● Played in the 2001 US Women's Open
● Helped Guide Auburn Tigers to Two SEC Championships (2003 & 2005)
● 2005 First-Team All-SEC (Southeastern Conference) Selection
● 1997 Girls Grand Champion & 1994 Player of the Year
● Atlanta Junior Golf member, 1994-1997
● Began playing golf at age 10
                                                           
Dream Foursome: Diana, Fred Couples, Bobby Jones & Elvis Presley
Hobbies: Fishing, watching movies & water skiing
Favorite Sports Team: Auburn Tigers
Favorite Golfer(s): Juli Inkster, Arnold Palmer and her father, John
Favorite Golf Course(s): Canongate-on-White Oak (Newnan) and Washington National Golf Club (Auburn, Wash.)
 

A Conversation with Diana Ramage
What's your fondest memory of Atlanta Junior Golf?
I met some life-long friends and it gave us something to do. It was so much fun playing in the events. It was also competitive and I learned some great life lessons. I think we all learned so much. It was great, because we were learning a sport we could play the rest of our lives.

How much do you play these days?
I probably play once a week now - at the most. I have been bothered by two sore shoulders, so I try to play a little here and there. Since I work in sales, I sometimes join my boss for a round. I would have to say now, I probably play once a week.

How has Atlanta Junior Golf benefited you the most?
I think it prepared me for playing in AJGA (American Junior Golf Association) events. It prepared me for college golf. It introduced me to golf and it was a great experience that opened doors beyond I could have ever imagine.

What was your experience like playing college golf?
If I could go back and play again tomorrow, I would! It was awesome. I had so much fun playing college golf at Auburn. Our team was Top 10 in the country when I was there. My three best friends are my old teammates. We really enjoyed traveling and I enjoyed playing some terrific courses. It was great, because I really enjoyed having a coach. Coach [Kim] Evans, who was here with Atlanta Junior Golf before she took the job at Auburn, recruited me. It was interesting, because I started playing in the program right after she left. It's funny to make that connection.

What was it like playing on the LPGA Tour?
Well, if I had to do it over again, I think I would still play, but I know there are things that I would do differently.