2009 Girls State Tournament
The awards table awaits the best players in the state.
This year’s welcome reception was a first-class affair hosted by the Kaanapali Golf Resort.
Girls got to mingle and meet other players at the welcome reception.
Waiakea’s Britney Yada rolls her putt on Kaanapali’s slick, tournament ready greens.
David and Ed Kageyama monitor the competition as it unfolded on Day Two of the tournament. Kageyama wore two hats: one as Kaanapali Resort director of golf and the other as head coach of the Punahou girls golf team.
Cassy Isagawa of Baldwin High School displays good form as she strikes her ball from the fairway.
Kauai High School’s Kelli Oride manages to flash a warm smile in spite of the pressure of competition.
State champion Kristina hits her fairway approach on the 18th hole.
Anxious fans watch players finish their rounds on the 18th hole.
Steve Perry, athletic director at Hawaii Preparatory Academy, has served as the HHSAA’s golf tournament coordinator for many years.
Sutee Nitakorn, head professional at Kaanapali, is thanked by Lorraine and David for his outstanding work in hosting the state tournament.
Players finish up 36 holes of challenging golf.
The top 15 players show their playful nature, donning gag sunglasses for their group photo.
David addresses the players, coaches and parents.
Kristia Merkle shares her thoughts on defending her individual state title.
Baldwin High School girls edged out Waiakea by a single stroke to take second place.
Punahou girls turned in a solid performance, shooting 229-240—469. The top three scores count for the team score.
