Question of the week [January 12-18]: In LPGA Tour commissioner Craig Kessler's first full season, what do you believe should be his main objectives?
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I would say continue to improve the younger up-and-coming female golfers' paths to the LPGA. According to the LPGA stats, out of 29 winners in 2025 only three were from the U.S. The Asian golfers have improved so dramatically that it seems we [the United States] are falling behind in talent and preparation. A more equal "playing field" would do wonders for the game. A rising tide lifts all boats, as they say.
Craig Libhart
Bainbridge, Pennsylvania
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Americanize the Tour if you want Americans to watch it.
Rick Austin
Peachtree City, Georgia
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Change the TV announcing crew. The current crew is unwatchable. You need some personalities.
Richard Johnson
Atlanta, Georgia
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TV coverage.
Robert Zook
Travelers Rest, South Carolina
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Promoting the game to girls in the United States and Canada to slow the onslaught of Asian players.
Steve Areno
Cornelius, North Carolina
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Better TV coverage.
Michael Hayes
Wilmington, Massachusetts
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Front: Ariya Jutanugarn and sister Moriya Jutanugarn are interviewed by Japanese TV after winning the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational in 2021.
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