Who am I?
My name is Amanda Robertson and I am a professional golfer. I am 23 years old with a BA in Psychology from Pepperdine University. I started playing golf late at the age of 16. After picking up a club for the first time, I knew this was something I wanted to do for the rest of my life. The game became not only an addiction but a passion. I set out to learn the game inside and out and am ready to take my game to the next level. I turned professional in January 2012 and am currently playing on The Cactus Tour in Arizona. My dream is to be on the LPGA and in order to make that a reality I am competing in Qualifying School in Florida. Qualifying school will allow me to play on bigger tours and get my LPGA Touring Card.
This campaign is very important to me because finances are often the "make or break" it point for professional athletes. On a mini-tour, such as the Cactus Tour, we pay a lot to win a little. While it is great experience, it is extremely difficult to stay affloat after all expenses paid. This campaign will allow me to not only pay for Q-School but many tournaments that are going to push me to the next level. This is my dream and I need your help.
What I Need
Funding a professional golf career for the first two years can be extrememly difficult. let me explain where your money would be going.
Q-School- $5,500 for all three stages
Entry fees- $11,529 (around 560 each event)
Hotels- $13,200 (4 nights each tournament)
Airfare- $12,700 (Caddy and me)
Rental Car- $4,845
Gas- $1,260
Food- $10,900 (Caddy and me)
Clothing- $6,000
Equipment- $10,000 (balls, clubs, shoes, bag, etc.)
Misc.- 4,000
Total- $75,934
It is very important that you know where your money is going. The break down above is a simple run through of a tour golf season. These totals are based on traveling to the Cactus Tour events as well as a few state opens. If you need further explanation or more details please feel free to email me so I can tell your more about it.
PERKS!!
Because I appreciate your support I want to give back as much as I can.
Check out my donations perks to right of the screen. All perks will be shipped out within 1 week after the campaign is finished. Playing lessons will need to email me to set up a time. I appreaciate everyones support!
Other Ways You Can Help
Everyone can play a part in my journey to the LPGA. Even small donations are a big help. I know everyone might not be able to donate but there are many other ways to join my journey and support team Amanda.
#1 Spread my story to as many people as possible. Getting the word out is extremely hard to do without your help.
#2 Make sure you don't forget to use the SHARE tools on Indiegogo to send my video and page around to your friends. Sites such as Youtube and Twitter are great for spreading the word! Follow my fan pages and get your friends to do the same.
#3 Follow my story and come along for the ride. Athletes would be nothing without their fans. Feel free to email me questions or comments about my story.
So what are you waiting for??? Go get involved and join Team Amanda!