Amari Avery’s journey from her first golf swing to the tee box at the 2023 Augusta National Women’s Amateur has been an inspiring tale, one filled with achievements during her junior career—even Netflix fame at 8 years old, when she starred in the documentary, “The Short Game”—and more recent accolades during her collegiate run at USC.
Along the way, she’s been not only a trailblazing talent but also one who comes from a diverse background that amplifies her determination and confidence. At only 19 years old, it’s why her journey up to this point has been so compelling for the younger generations of girls out there—those aspiring to achieve their dreams but might not have a familiar face to look up to.
And when she tees up for this year’s Augusta National Women’s Amateur (March 30-April 2), making her third appearance, she’ll be part of a talented group of international athletes highlighting that larger mission, which the championship’s presenting partner, Bank of America, supports at every turn: the ups and downs and lifelong experiences still being written into the story—the embodiment of achievement in action.
Ahead of the excitement and inspiration from the best in women’s amateur golf, let’s get to know the talented teen Amari Avery a little better.
Amari Avery plays a second stroke on the No. 13 hole during a practice round for the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, Friday, April 1, 2022.
How were you first introduced to the game of golf?
Amari: My dad got me into golf when I was just three-years-old, so I started playing at a really young age.
Who has been a role model or inspiration to you?
Amari: Growing up, I looked up to Michelle Wie a lot, and obviously, seeing what Serena and Venus Williams were doing in Tennis was incredibly inspiring. Seeing that sort of representation of athletes from different backgrounds and ethnicities finding success in their sports was really impactful – I wanted to be like them.
Do you feel like you’re an inspiration for the next generation?
Amari: I hope so! It means a lot to me to be a player of color and to serve as an example for the next generation to be able to see someone who looks like them and who they can look up to. I hope to inspire young golfers of all backgrounds to get out there and play.
What has been your greatest accomplishment?
Amari: Playing at ANWA for the first time. Having the opportunity to compete at ANWA, especially three times, goes to show I…
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