Re: amature v. pro?
For the younger players it means they can still play golf in the NCAA. I'm sure there's other reasons, but that's one of them.
Oh, plus, you have to play as an amateur until you hit 18 years old.
The one girl, Brittany Lang, was saying that she didn't want to turn pro in case she wanted to play more NCAA golf for the experience. After finishing second she might turn pro, but at least she still has the option. Obviously if you're a great golfer then it's nice to go to school and get an education first, as long as you know you'll be able to win money in a couple years. If you're barely cutting it you might want to go pro as soon as possible, in case you get lucky and win a tourney.
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