As Lacey prepares for her 2012 season answered some questions so her fans could better get to know her.
Q&A with Lacey
At what age did you start playing golf and how did it start?
11 is when I started.
When did you realize that you were good at it and it might turn into something more than just a hobby or game?
I played in high school and my junior year is when I realized I have the talent to play at another level.
What do you consider your home course, the course you always played growing up?
I grew up playing at Lake Spivey CC and recently moved to Crystal Lake CC to play and practice.
What are some of your favorite accomplishments from high school and college and professional?
High School-3 time state champions and was runner up individually my senior year.
College-6 top 10 finishes, win at Pinehurst CC, tied school record with 65.
What has been your favorite memory from golf so far?
My 65 was unbelievable but also when I got selected to play in Asia when I was in college was a trip of a lifetime.
Favorite course you have had a chance to play?
A course that was in Korea, I was carved right out of a mountain side and was extremely exclusive to play.
What course that you haven’t played do you want to play?
Augusta National.
When you first played a professional tournament were you nervous, excited, what was going through your head at the time?
I was really excited. My old college coach was able to caddy for me so it was special as well. I was just so excited to play and enjoyed every minute of it, no pressure at all.
Now that you have a little taste of tour life, what has been the neatest thing about playing tournaments on the tour, what have been some of the not-so-fun lessons learned?
I love being able to travel and see new places. Not so fun- would be all the unexpected mishaps with traveling like cancelled flights and also being away from family and friends.
Where you have been practicing to get ready for the 2012 golf season? Do you have an instructor?
I’ve spent about a month in South Florida practicing in the warm weather. My instructor is Todd Anderson out of Sea Island.
What are some of the goals you have as a professional golfer?
First objective is to make enough money to keep my card second would be to play in a major and lastly would be to win a tournament.
What is your dream moment as a golfer, something that you dream about doing?
Making a career out of golf and at some point winning a tournament.
What equipment do you use? Clubs, balls, putter?
I play Mizuno clubs, Titleist balls and Scotty Cameron putter.
Do you have any superstitions or routines before you start a round, during a round?
No, I just want to stay relaxed and maybe listen to some music
What do you write on your golf ball?
No words just three dots.
What unusual or different items do you carry in your golf bag?
Nothing to crazy but I carry tanning lotions instead of sunscreen alot of times.
What do you like to do outside of golf?
I love doing any outdoor activities including: tennis, basketball, softball, snowboarding, wakeboarding and also enjoy reading and spending time with my family and friends.
Favorite music? Musician?
I listen to all types of music but like to listen to country music when I’m practicing.
Favorite movie?
Remember the Titians
Favorite golfer?
Gary Woodland, he is an overall great athlete.
What is something you always have with you can take with you everywhere?
My iPhone
Anything you want to add?
I am very blessed to be where I am and would like to thank all my family and friends for the support.
