If Jin Young could be on a television show she would want to be a contestant on American Idol because she loves to sing. Find out more >>
5’7”…Started playing golf at the age of 13…Credits her father as the individual most influencing her career…Enjoys listening to music…Qualified for the Tour on her second attempt.
2012 in a Nutshell
- 16 events, 6 cuts made, $70,413 (88)
- Season-best finish was a T23 at the Manulife Financial LPGA Classic
Career
In 2011, best finish was a tie for 15th at the ShopRite LPGA Classic; tied for 25th at the Navistar LPGA Classic.
In 2010, finished tied for 53rd at the CVS/pharmacy LPGA Challenge.
In 2009, recorded a career-best tie for ninth at the McDonald's LPGA Championship Presented by Coca-Cola, her first appearance at a major championship; carded a career-low 65 in the third round of the Michelob ULTRA Open at Kingsmill.
In 2008, finished fifth on the Duramed FUTURES Tour season-ending money list on the strength of eight top-10 finishes to earn Priority List Category 9 for the 2009 LPGA season.
In 2007, did not retain playing status for the 2008 LPGA season.
In 2006, competed in 19 events on the Duramed Futures Tour and recorded a season-best second at the Jalapeno FUTURES Golf Classic; tied for 18th at the LPGA Final Qualifying Tournament to earn non-exempt status for the 2007 LPGA season.
In 2005, competed in 18 events on the Futures Tour and won the Lakeland FUTURES Golf Classic.
In 2004, turned professional in November.
Amateur
Pak had a limited amateur career, but was the runner-up at the 2003 Korean MBC TV Championship.
