As the ladies of the WPRO head to Arlington, VA December 9th through 11th
to compete in the 20th annual Christmas Classic, in its 6th
year as a WPRO stop. Tournament
directors Karen Denu, Bill Millback and Wayne Toyne anticipate a large amateur
event in collaboration with the best women in the game seeking a win in what
will be the last WPRO stop of 2011. Held at
Crystal Gateway Sport & Health Club - Arlington, VA USA
Big news in the rankings as Paola Longoria moves into the top
spot over Rhonda Rajsich with her win at the Puget Sound Challenge in Olympia
WA, Longoria has won more tournaments, - 16 - than any other player over the
last four WPRO seasons. Rhonda is the
reigning champion of the Christmas Classic, but Paola will look to continue her
reign coming off back to back wins over Rhonda in their last 2 meetings of the
2011-2012 season.
In addition to the shifting of the number one position, several
players are also adding to the excitement, highlighting their careers with big
wins. Cristina Amaya out of Columbia
leads a strong contingent of international players with her highest ranking yet
at 6th. Samantha Salas out of
Mexico is knocking on the door, looking to get off the 3rd ranking
and for now Longoria and Rajsich will stand in her way.
Mexico’s Suzy Acosta comes of a semi-final
appearance in Olympia to grab the 8th ranking. And Canada’s Jen Saunders comes in at
9th. After a semi-final appearance in
Olympia Kristen Bellows looks to move back into the top 5 after a year’s
absence on tour. Not to be overlooked,
though, is TJ Baumbaugh, the number 13th ranked player on tour, who
will take a bit of a home court advantage in Crystal City, likely to unleash
her hometown fans on opponents!
Contact Media Director: Sarah Warhaftig sarah@wprotour.com
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