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Prior to settling in for what was an event designed to be both fun and educational, the recruits participated in fun ice-breaking activities. As the 2020 Class members come from many different countries, LET Development Director Mike Round led some activities that allowed the young players to interact with each other and make new connections in the hope of make new friendships bloom. Mike explained to the group that the LET Recruit Orientation Program exists to ensure a smooth transition to the Tour and to make all recruits feel like part of the LET family and feel like they are surrounded. of friendly faces.

Over the dinner, LET Communications Director Beth Cutler interviewed former player Eva-Lotta Strömlid, who is now a member of the LET Development Department, about her own experiences. In addition to the many helpful tips she provided to recruits, the interview served as an example of the type of off-course activity that recruits might encounter in their professional careers.

Before the evening was over, LET President Marta Figueras-Dotti gave an inspiring speech in which she gave very useful tips on how to ensure a long, successful and enjoyable career. She recommended that recruits work hard and communicate with those around them, but also be gentle with those they meet. Above all, she encouraged them to listen to their bodies and their hearts.

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The next morning, after a well-deserved rest, there was a more formal rookie meeting where staff from the Ladies European Tour gave a series of presentations on different elements of LET's work. In addition to essential information on the functioning of the tournaments, the recruits were briefed on the organization's communication activities and their responsibilities in the development of women's golf, especially for the players. Throughout the season, LET's development department will support the 2020 class with a series of educational workshops and provide them with access to additional resources.

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Commenting on efforts to support the new batch of recruits, Maggie Simmermacher, from Argentina, said “I really enjoyed the time spent at the reception and at dinner after the last game round, as well as the meeting we had the next morning. It allowed me to get to know new players, or at least those who are new to me, and also to get to know better the ones I have played with before. I think LET does a great job of bringing us together and helping us overcome any changes as easily as possible. The staff made me feel like I was part of the Tour and of this great family who are kind to others and strive to develop women's golf together. The information was really helpful and seeing other players there, listening to and learning from LET, made me feel like I was a part of it and excited for the season ahead. I know life on the Tour is going to be different, but I'm super excited for this opportunity ».

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Echoing Maggie's feelings, Alison Muirhead said “I thought the pre-dinner activities allowed us as rookies to meet off the golf course and get to know each other a little better. It will be nice to see some familiar faces when we go to future tournaments, especially at the start of the season when everything is new ”. She added: “The dinner itself was fun, as we were able to chat among ourselves and meet the different organizers and media involved in the Tour. The speech by Marta Figueras-Dotti, retired golfer and board member, was very helpful to us as he gave us some advice on touring life from someone who has done this course ". She concluded: "I appreciate the time and effort everyone put into the meeting and dinner and can't wait to start the season and see everyone again".

Before returning home, Norwegian Maiken Bing Paulsen summed up the thoughts and feelings of many “Rookies” by saying: “I think the rookie meeting and dinner were great! I got to meet some of the new girls and switch our social media accounts to keep in touch. The staff were friendly and welcoming which made it much easier for me to contact them in the future ”.

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