By Cindy Peterson
At just 14, Leesburg Golfer is Ranked Among Florida’s Best
Bobby Jones Potash
Getting started: My dad first got me into golf when I was very young and I have been playing and competing ever since.
Greatest sports achievement: When I made my first hole-in-one at age 7.
Keeping motivated: Remembering why I play golf in the first place. Even when I’m not playing well, I know that I can learn something from every round and practice session. I stay motivated by trusting the process and knowing every setback makes me work a little bit harder.
My coaches: Push me by supporting me when I need it.
Up next: My main goals are to improve my Junior Golf Ranking, and to qualify for the Florida High School State Championship.
Pre-game ritual: I pray before every tournament round asking God to give me wisdom and strength.
For fun: I like to play the guitar when I’m not competing or training.
Top of playlist: “Just In Case” by Morgan Wallen.
Fun fact: I am a good bowler.
Celebrity inspiration: The legendary golfer Bobby Jones is my inspiration.
My message: Never give up.
Future plans: To play in more junior golf events.
Photos: Nicole Hamel
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.
