Smyth Claims Second Epson Tour Victory at the Great Lakes Championship

The sun shone down on the Great Lakes Championship for the first time since the competition started on Friday. But the sun wasn’t the only thing shining. Multiple athletes carded low rounds, making a push to hoist the trophy, but it was ultimately Riley Smyth who came out victorious. The 25-year-old carded a 6-under final […]

Great Lakes Championship Tools of a Winner: Riley Smyth

Riley Smyth picked up her second Epson Tour victory this season at the inaugural Great Lakes Championship. She defeated LPGA Tour veteran, Isi Gabsa and Epson Tour rookies, Laney Frye and Erika Hara. See what tools she had in her bag to help her achieve success.   EQUIPMENT   BRAND   Driver   Titleist TSR2 […]

Laney Frye Maintains Lead Through Second Round of the Great Lakes Championship

Despite day-long shifts in the leaderboard, one player remains on top of the Great Lakes Championship at the Highlands presented by Johnnie Walker leaderboard. Epson Tour rookie Laney Frye held onto her lead thanks to a 2-under second round. Saturday’s Moving Day consisted of five birdies and three bogeys for the Kentucky native, pushing her […]

The Pure Michigan Cup

Michigan has the MOST public golf courses of any state Michigan is home to 8 of Golf Digest’s Top 100 public golf courses in America With ideal summer temperatures and amazing golf offerings across the state, Michigan is among the top summer golf destinations in the country 7 Professional Golf Events in Michigan in June […]

Meet the Sponsor Exemptions: 2025 Great Lakes Championship

As the Epson Tour season continues, opportunities continue to flow, with each week holding weight on an athlete’s career. A sponsor exemption could be the gateway to success on the official qualifying tour of the LPGA or give an up-and-coming amateur experience on the professional stage and goals to work toward. Both are the case […]

Epson Tour Race for the Card Standings Shift Before the Great Lakes Championship

As the Epson Tour makes its way to the ninth tournament of the season, the season-long Race for the Card rankings is beginning to see some movement that could change an athlete’s life come October. Every tournament is critical as the Tour approaches the halfway point of the season. As evident after the FireKeepers Casino […]

Epson Tour’s best coming to The Highlands for inaugural Great Lakes Championship

HARBOR SPRINGS — Northern Michigan in the summer transforms into a golfer’s paradise. Well, summer feels like it’s arrived and come this Friday to Sunday, June 13-15, some of the best women’s golfers in the world will hope to turn The Highlands of Harbor Springs Heather Course into paradise. The inaugural Great Lakes Championship at The Highlands presented […]

Details on The Great Lakes Championship

The Great Lakes Championship is presented by Johnnie Walker. This prestigious event takes place at The Heather golf course at The Highlands. As part of the Epson Tour, this championship is a significant step for golfers on their journey to the LPGA. Over three days, you’ll witness some of the worlds leading golfers compete for […]

Sweetgrass Golf Course Gears Up For LPGA Epson Tour Event

The 14th annual Island Resort Championship returns to Sweetgrass Golf Club June 20-22, promising thrilling competition, community fun, and a front-row seat to watch the rising stars of women’s professional golf. As part of the Epson Tour – Road to the LPGA, this year’s event brings new energy, fresh talent and inspiring fan experiences. The […]

Epson Tour Announces Pure Michigan Cup Competition for 2025 Midwest Swing

Three tournaments, in collaboration with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, to create the “Pure Michigan Cup” and award athletes with bonus money. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 20, 2025) — The Epson Tour announced today that three tournaments from the Tour’s Midwest stretch will team up, in collaboration with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, to create […]