Cathryn Brown holding the Women's Amateur trophy.

LOUISVILLE, KY –  The 97th Clark’s Pump-N-Shop Kentucky Women’s State Amateur Championship wrapped up Wednesday at Nevel Meade Golf Course, showcasing the best of Kentucky’s women’s golf in a highly competitive and memorable week.

Champion – Cathryn Brown (Eddyville, KY), a rising junior at the University of Kentucky, delivered a remarkable performance from start to finish to claim the 2025 Kentucky Women’s State Amateur title. She opened the week with a stellar 2-under-par 70 in Monday’s stroke-play qualifier, earning medalist honors and the top seed in the Championship Bracket. Brown then carried that momentum into match play, defeating Isabella Wiley (Bagdad, KY) 3&1 in Tuesday’s quarterfinals before securing a semifinal win over Savannah Howell on Wednesday morning.

The championship match brought extra emotion as Brown faced her college roommate and best friend, CA Carter. In a tightly contested final, the two traded pars and birdies, with Brown ultimately sealing a 1-up victory on the 18th green. The win adds a prestigious title to Brown’s growing resume and highlights the strength of Kentucky’s rising collegiate stars.

 CA Carter

 Runner-Up

In her return to competitive golf after several years away from the game, Cayce Hendrickson Griffith delivered a standout performance to win the Mid-Amateur Division title. She set the pace with a 1-over-par 73 in Monday’s stroke-play round, then cruised through match play with confidence. Griffith defeated Kelsey Fabel (Clarksville, KY) with a dominant 8&7 semifinal victory and capped off her impressive week with a 6&5 win over Chau Tran (Louisville, KY) in the final.

     Cayce Hendrickson Griffith

      Mid Am Division Champion

After earning a first-round bye, Delia Kahle showed why she’s a force to be reckoned with. Arriving bright and early each day, she was the first on the course, putting in extra time on the range to sharpen her game. Kahle’s dedication paid off as she cruised through match play with a commanding 5&4 semifinal victory over Melba Kindervater (Elizabethtown, KY), then edged out Teena Friebert (Versailles, KY) 2&1 in a thrilling final to capture the Senior Division crown.

     Delia Kahle

      Senior Division Champion

Click here to view the final results.

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The KGA Section extends its sincere gratitude to Nevel Meade Golf Course and its staff for their hospitality and for hosting the event at their facility.

The KGA looks forward to the upcoming 111th Clark's Pump-N-Shop Kentucky Men's Amateur Championship at Lexington Country Club on Monday, June 23rd. Click here to view the full KGA event schedule. 

About the KGA:

The Kentucky Golf Association (KGA) is the official governing body for amateur golf in the Commonwealth, as recognized by the United States Golf Association (USGA). Established in 1911, the KGA is a full-service organization representing more than 120 member golf courses across Kentucky.

Led by a volunteer Board of Directors composed of course representatives from throughout the state, the KGA plays a vital role in promoting, supporting, and growing the game of golf in Kentucky. It is also a founding member of Golf House Kentucky, the umbrella organization for Kentucky’s Family of Golf Organizations.

As an Allied Golf Association of the USGA, the KGA is responsible for a wide range of services, including managing the World Handicap System, conducting course ratings, providing expertise on the Rules of Golf, running competitive tournaments and USGA qualifiers, and enhancing the visibility and branding of golf throughout the Commonwealth.

Media Contact:

Skylar Thornton | Golf House Kentucky | sthornton@kygolf.org