Mandi McConnell
Grand Blanc High School
Impact Statement
Michigan’s McConnell excelled on the golf course at Grand Blanc High and continued her career at Michigan State.
Biography
“Mandi McConnell has put together the type of high school career that makes it clear that she has been and will continue to be a force on the women’s golf scene,” said NHSCA executive director Bob Ferraro. “The NHSCA is proud to name Mandi McConnell it’s National High School Senior Girls Golf Athlete of the Year.”
The 2003 Michigan Miss Golf selection, McConnell averaged 73.2 strokes per round her senior season in winning the state championship. McConnell’s title came after two runner-up finishes and one third-place award at the state championships. McConnell broke several records throughout her career, including a 38-year mark at Flint Junior Golf, and LPGA star Kelly Robbins’ record for lowest round ever at the Davison Invitational. McConnell also played on the Power-Bilt Tour and posted 27 wins, while receiving the Player of the Year Award for three consecutive years.
McConnell stayed in state and attended Michigan State University. While competing as a Spartan, McConnell played 72 Rounds and had an average score of 77.38.
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