Grace Kim Appointed Ambassador for MyGolf Powered by Ripper GC

LPGA Tour star Grace Kim has been unveiled as the latest ambassador for Golf Australia’s MyGolf Powered by Ripper GC program.

The appointment marks a move to capitalise on the current momentum in female golf participation across the country.

Kim, 25, brings significant world-class credentials to the junior program, including a breakthrough major championship victory at last year’s Amundi Evian Championship and a key role in Australia’s International Crown-winning team.

Having reached a career-high world ranking of No. 21, Kim now joins the program as its standalone female ambassador to inspire the next wave of grassroots golfers.

Commenting on her appointment, Kim, said: “Golf has given me so much, and I’m passionate about showing young girls and boys just how fun and rewarding the game can be.”

“It’s a sport you can play for life, and I hope through my ambassadorship I can help inspire more kids to give it a go,” Kim said. 

Expressing her enthusiasm about Kim’s appointment, Golf Australia acting general manager of participation, Chris Crabbe, added: “Grace is an incredible role model, she is a proven winner on the world stage and as our standalone female ambassador, she is going to help us inspire more girls, as well as boys, across the country to play golf.”

Driving Participation Growth

The program is Australia’s leading national junior golf initiative for children aged 5-12, focusing on game-based learning, social development, and life skills. The timing of Kim’s appointment aligns with a substantial surge in female interest in the sport:

• Rising Engagement: Girls’ participation in the MyGolf program has increased by 27 per cent year-on-year, growing at double the rate of boys.
• National Reach: Last year saw over 40,000 participants in the program, with girls accounting for one-third of that total.
• Long-term Impact: Industry data indicates that nine in 10 MyGolf participants continue to engage with the sport after finishing the program, with 18 per cent ultimately transitioning into official club memberships.

As part of her ambassadorial role, Kim will participate in junior clinics, create digital content, and headline national campaigns.

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