Miami's Scarlett Schremmer DQ'd from LPGA event for unauthorized yardage book
Golf Channel • • sports
Key Points:
- Scarlett Schremmer was disqualified from The Annika driven by Gainbridge LPGA event for using an unauthorized yardage book, violating Model Local Rule G-11 which restricts players to approved yardage books during competition.
- The infraction was discovered after the LPGA reviewed photo evidence following the second round, leading to Schremmer’s disqualification despite her scores of 69-74.
- Schremmer acknowledged the mistake, explaining that the yardage book contained illegal green-reading materials allowed in college golf but prohibited on the LPGA Tour, and expressed gratitude for the opportunity and support.
- A fellow competitor, Perrine Delacour, hinted on social media about concerns regarding the yardage book issue and the LPGA’s decision to trust a sponsor exemption over other players and caddies, though she declined further comment.
- Schremmer recently completed a successful fall semester with the Miami Hurricanes, including two wins, and is currently ranked 17th nationally as she heads into winter break.
