January 15, 2009 – Annika Welcomes Top 60 Juniors to Compete at Inaugural Tournament

This week begins the first annual Annika Invitational at the Ginn Reunion Resort, home of the ANNIKA Academy. This invitation only tournament features 60 of the top junior girl golfers in the world, hailing from 13 countries, and 17 states, 15 of which call Florida home. 17 of these players are Rolex Junior All-Americans.

Annika and the ANNIKA Academy will be heavily involved throughout the event. Annika will host the Annika Clinic Sponsored by Rolex after Saturday's first round, and will help conduct media training for the AJGA players after Sunday's second round.

“During my days as a junior golfer, I was fortunate to be anle to guage my abilities against other top juniors by competing against international fields several times a year. I truly believe that experience provided the confidence that enabled me to excel in college and later as a professional."

"The ANNIKA Foundation created this event in conjunction with the AJGA as a way to help aspiring junior golfers to reach their potential. Our staff has worked diligently to providean inspirational experience unmatched on the AJGA schedule. Through the ANNIKA Academy, Media Training, and the programs that stress the importance of health and fitness, we believe that these goals will be achieved."