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Jeong Jang
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| Background |
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| Joined LPGA: 1999 |
Birthday: June 11, 1980 |
| College: Joongboo University |
Residence: Daejeon, Korea |
| Birthplace: Taejeon, Korea |
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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
In 2000, lost a two-hole sudden-death playoff to Mi Hyun Kim at the Safeway
LPGA Golf Championship to finish second, her career-best finish; carded
a career-low 65 during the second round of the Michelob Light Classic.
AMATEUR RESULTS
Jang's golfing career began as a top-ranked amateur in Korea. She won
the 1997 Korea Women's Open, 1998 Korea Women's Amateur and was a member
of the 1998 Women's World Amateur Championship Team, where she placed
fourth individually. Jang was also a member of the 1997-98 Korea Women's
National Team.
PERSONAL
Started playing golf at the age of 13. . . Credits her father as the individual
most influencing her career. . . Has two siblings: Mikyung and Eunkyung.
. . Enjoys skiing and playing Nintendo. . . Qualified for the Tour on
her first attempt.
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