Lambert Women's Golfers Receive School Awards

The women's golf team prides themselves on being great examples of student-athletes. They all have the motivation and organization to excel in the classroom and on the course. The school honors students at the end of the year with course awards and any other major accomplishments. So proud of these girls and the way they represent themselves, their families, and their school!

Senior Christine McDonnell was presented her official appointment to the US Naval Academy.

Seniors Alison Crenshaw & Christine McDonnell await the awards getting underway. Alison was presented with the Joe Dumphy Memorial Scholarship. It was awarded by the family of a Forsyth County golfer who was tragically killed in a 2015 car accident. Joe Dumphy AJC article

Junior Kate Owens was awarded the certificate of excellence for AP Calculus AB & AP Environmental Science. 

Sophomore Morgan Boutwell was awarded the Booster Club sponsored certificate of excellence in Citizenship for the 10th grade & Introduction to Sports and Entertainment Marketing.

May 17: Ryder Cup Day 2

Day 2 of the Lambert Ryder Cup consisted of 8 matches pitting Team Rosser vs. Team Youngblood. To add some extra excitement, the coaches held a random drawing to choose which match would be considered a "money ball" bonus and award 2 points instead of 1 to the winning team. It was a beautiful afternoon for some golf. The girls all played 9 holes while the boys played most of the course to determine match winners.

Match #1	Kate Owens (Rosser) def. Christine McDonnell (Youngblood)	2up	Rosser: +1
Match #2	Alison Crenshaw (Rosser) def. Morgan Boutwell (Youngblood)	2&1	Rosser: +1
Match #3	Grant Sutliff (Youngblood) def. Jordan Baker (Rosser)	6&4	Youngblood: +1
Match #4	Kevin Stine (Rosser) def. Corey Chranzowski (Youngblood)	3&1	Rosser: +1
Match #5	Mitchell Taylor (Rosser) def. Stephen Fornsler (Youngblood) Moneyball match worth double points	4&3	Rosser: +2
Match #6	Nathan Peterson (Youngblood) def. Stone Ramsey (Rosser)	2&1	Youngblood: +1
Match #7	Jack Weaver (Youngblood) def. Hilton Francine (Rosser)	2&1	Youngblood: +1
Match #8	Rachel Burrell (Youngblood) def. Loren Kim (Rosser)	3&2	Youngblood: +1

Final Results of the 1^st Lambert Ryder Cup

Tuesday: Rosser = 5 points/Youngblood = 0 points

Wednesday: Rosser = 5 points/Youngblood = 4 points

Total: Rosser = 10 points vs. Youngblood = 4 points

Congratulations everyone on a fun event for our 2 programs!

May 16: Ryder Cup Day 1

The end of the season is quickly approaching, and it's been almost a month since the girls were in action at the Area Tournament. With the state tournament next week, the girls have been focusing on finishing up their academic year strong and keeping their golf game sharp. Boys coach Brooks Youngblood devised the 1st annual Lambert Ryder Cup to promote camaraderie between the girls and boys teams. The 2-day format would culminate with the results at the joint banquet on Thursday evening.

Day 1--Stableford scoring format. (Eagle=8 points, Birdie= 4 points, Par= 2 points, & Bogey= 1 point)

4 partner matches of Team Longhorn (Rosser) vs. Team Pride (Youngblood). The winning point total would also earn 1 point meaning there were 5 points up for grabs on Day 1!

Match #1	Alison Crenshaw & Jordan Baker (Rosser) Vs. Christine McDonnell & Corey Chranzowski (Youngblood)	46-43	Rosser: +1
Match #2	Kate Owens & Loren Kim (Rosser) Vs. Jack Weaver & Nathan Peterson (Youngblood)	35-29	Rosser: +1
Match #3	Kevin Stine & Mitchell Taylor (Rosser) Vs. Rachel Burrell & Morgan Boutwell (Youngblood)	50-33	Rosser: +1
Match #4	Hilton Francine & Stone Ramsey (Rosser) Vs. Grant Sutliff & Stephen Fornsler (Youngblood)	38-35	Rosser: +1
Total Team Scores	Rosser: 169 Youngblood: 140		Rosser: +1

At the end of Day 1, Team Rosser has a 5-0 lead going into Day 2 match play. Congrats to senior Kevin Stine who scored the highest individual score in the Stableford format (30).
Check back tomorrow for results on the first annual Lambert Ryder Cup!

April 27: Area @Bridgemill Athletic Club

The girls golf team was back in action today for the Area Tournament, hosted by Woodstock HS at Bridgemill Athletic Club. It was a pretentious week as coaches kept an eye on the forecasted weather and ultimately made the decision to try and play. With up to 100% chance of rain at times and predicted thunderstorms, everyone was pleasantly surprised to get pop-up rain showers on a few holes and even some sunshine to go along with Georgia humidity. The course was in great condition given the amount of rain that had fallen earlier in the week. The Lady Longhorns played tough and maintained poise throughout the day as the conditions changed. In the end, the girls successfully defended their Area championship and qualified for the state tournament in May! Lambert will also be joined in the state tournament by region competitor South Forsyth. Senior Christine McDonnell highlighted the day with an EAGLE on her final hole resulting in earning low medalist for the event.

Lambert (Team Score:  228)
Kate Owens: 77 (+5)
Christine McDonnell: 72 (Low Medalist) (E)
Alison Crenshaw: 90 (+18)
Loren Kim: 79 (+7)

Team Results (Top 5 qualify for State)
1. Lambert: 228 (+12)
2. South Forsyth: 244 (+28)
3. Roswell: 257 (+41)
4. Walton: 261 (+45)
5. Woodstock: 265 (+49)

April 18: (SENIOR DAY) Quad-Match vs. Alpharetta, Cambridge, & Centennial

The only event of the week for the Lady Longhorns was a quad-match against Alpharetta, Cambridge, & Centennial. This was the final home match at Laurel Springs and our 3 seniors were honored for their contributions to the program. A light rain wore off after the ceremony and it turned out to be a great day for golf. The seniors led the way in scoring which was fitting as this match concludes the regular season, with the Area tournament on the horizon next week. The girls will be out at Bridgemill Athletic Club on Monday for a practice round and Thursday for the main event. The top 5 teams from Area will go on to the state tournament May 22-23 @Chateau Elan. Congratulations to the team on a great regular season, and thank you seniors for what you've meant to our golf program! (9 holes; Par 37)

Lambert (Team Score: 110)
Alison Crenshaw: 36 (-1)
Christine McDonnell: 37 (E)
Loren Kim: 37 (E)
Kate Owens: 37 (E)

Morgan Boutwell (40; +3) and Rachel Burrell (40; +3) played ahead of the match and turned in solid scores for the afternoon.

Alpharetta (Team Score: 153)
#1: 37 (E)
#2: 49 (+12)
#3: 70 (+33)
#4: 67 (+30)

Cambridge (Team Score: 131)
#1: 38 (+1)
#2: 51 (+14)
#3: 49 (+12)
#4: 44 (+7)

Centennial (Team Score: 194)
#1: 60 (+23)
#2: 68 (+31)
#3: 66 (+29)

SENIOR DAY FESTIVITIES!!!

Alison Crenshaw is the daughter of Selena & Michael Crenshaw. She has been a member of the Lambert Golf program since her freshman year. She will be attending Daytona State in Daytona Beach, Florida, next year to continue her golf career. Alison's personal motivation is "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as you work for the Lord". Alison's favorite club is her putter, her favorite athlete is Julio Jones, and if she had to sing karaoke, it would have to be a Taylor Swift song.

Coach Josh Sagel: "Alison works hard, always has something positive to say, and has one heckuva work ethic. She is going to be a force in college and in life."

Coach Stephen Pate: "Alison has a lot of innate abilities. She chooses no to rely on these and instead works extremely hard to do her best at whatever challenge she faces. I'm looking forward to seeing what she will accomplish as she moves forward."

Loren Kim is the daughter of Karen & Tony Kim. She has been a member of the Lambert Golf program since her freshman year. She will be attending Berry College in Rome, Georgia, next year to continue her golf career. Loren's favorite club is her driver, favorite restaurant is Maggianos, and would love for Rickie Fowler to be her caddie for the day.

Coach Stephen Pate: "Loren is really funny. It's important to note that is not the only thing which she excels. Loren is incredibly hard working and driven. Those are qualities I will choose to remember about her. She is so easy to root for and I have no doubt she will be successful as a result of the combination of those traits."

Mrs. Nicole McAllister: "Today Loren told me she was so excited about tomorrow. I asked her what was happening tomorrow, assuming it had something to do with prom or graduation. Instead, she said that she was excited to present her Forensics presentation on HH Holmes. Loren's enthusiasm is one of the many things that makes teaching her such a joy. My wish is for Loren to never lose her curiosity and love of learning!"

Christine McDonnell is the daughter of Maureen & Bob McDonnell. She has been a member of the Lambert Golf program since her freshman year. She will be attending the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, next year to continue her golf career. Christine's personal motivation is "Do what others won't now, so you can do what others can't later." Christine's favorite club is her 9 iron or driver, favorite candy is anything sour, and she would love for Jordan Speith to be her caddie of the day.

Coach Jeff Teeple: "Christine is one of the hardest working students I have had the pleasure of teaching, not only here at LHS, but over my 18 years in education. Christine is not only an amazing student, but she is an even better young woman. I cannot wait to see what she will accomplish at the Naval Academy and throughout her life!"

Principal Dr. Gary Davidson (left) and Athletic Director Drew Ferrer (right)

Alison & Loren with Coach Stephen Pate, who they chose for faculty appreciation!

April 15: Brookwood Invitational @Summit Chase

The Lambert women's golf team was back in tournament action following spring break at Summit Chase Golf Club. The tournament was hosted by Brookwood High School and featured 13 girls teams and 13 boys teams. It was a beautiful afternoon for golf and the tournament wrapped up around dark. Lambert played in a foursome with Mill Creek, Woodward Academy, and Harrison. The course played very rough, especially on the greens. It was a nail-biting finish with a tie at the top of the scoreboard, leading to a 4th player score tiebreaker. Lambert's 4th score was 7 strokes better allowing the Lady Longhorns to take home 1st place! Senior Alison Crenshaw also received recognition for 2nd place as an individual in the event!

Lambert: (Team Score: 234)
Kate Owens: 79 (+7)
Christine McDonnell: 82 (+10)
Loren Kim: 85 (+13)  --> tiebreaker score
Alison Crenshaw: 73 (+1)


Team Standings:
1. Lambert HS (234)
2. Woodward Academy (234)
3. Mill Creek (249)
4. South Forsyth (254)
5. North Gwinnett (266)
6. Blessed Trinity (267)
7. North Forsyth (283)
8. Brookwood (284)
9. OLA (289)
10. Parkview (296)
11. Dawson County (299)
12. Harrison (312)
13. Buford (326)

Lady Longhorns with their 1st place trophy from this year.

 Senior Alison Crenshaw shot 73 and finished 2nd place as an individual.

April 12: Tri-Match vs. Walton & Alpharetta

The Lady Longhorns hosted Walton & Alpharetta for a tri-match at Laurel Springs Golf Club. It was a cool afternoon and the girls played 1 hole until it started raining. Within 10 minutes, everyone had to be carted in due to a single flash of lightning/clap of thunder. By the time all the players were carted in, the pop-up storm had already moved through. Everyone was carted back out to their holes and play resumed. It turned out to be a nice, overcast day and the weather allowed for the match to finish up without too much of a delay. (9 holes Par 37)

Lambert (Team Score: 110)
Kate: 36 (-1)
Christine: 37 (E)
Morgan: 41 (+4)
Rachel: 37 (E)

Alison (39; +2) and Loren (38; +1) also played 9 holes but didn't count toward the match score.

It was also a record day for freshman Rachel Burrell. She shot her best round of the season, including a birdie and her first career eagle on #6!

Walton (Team Score: 128)
#1: 44 (+7)
#2: 41 (+4)
#3: 43 (+6)
#4: 49 (+12)

Alpharetta (Team Score: 139)
#1: 37 (E)
#2: 49 (+12)
#3: 53 (+16)
#4: 73 (+36)