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Two LPGA friends announce their retirement at The Annika

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Two days after her own retirement, Elizabeth Szokol returned to her home course, Pelican Golf Club, to watch good friend Caroline Inglis say her own goodbye. The two friends, who were grouped together in the first two rounds, are the latest thirtysomethings to move on from the LPGA in what has become a common trend.

Szokol also had another friend, Cheyenne Knight, on a FaceTime call so she could see the finish on Sunday at The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican.

“I think it’s a mix of emotions. It’s definitely bittersweet,” said Inglis. “Sad to go and be done after so long, so many years on LPGA Tour, but excited for the next step. It’s definitely the right decision for me.”

Inglis, 31, joined the LPGA in 2017 and earned $1.1 million over the course of a career that included three top 10 finishes. Back injuries have plagued her professional career and flared up again over the summer. When a job opportunity presented itself to work at the Oregon Golf Association, Inglis felt it was the right time to make a change.

Szokol, who lives locally in the Tampa Bay Area, planned to make dinner for all who came to celebrate the two friends.

“I’m so proud of (Elizabeth) and everything she’s accomplished,” said Inglis. “I told her, I hope you’re proud of yourself as well. And I feel the same way. We may not always accomplish all the things we wanted to, but we’re out here and at the end of the day we’re with the 150, 200 best women golfers in the world, so it’s pretty cool.”

Szokol, 30, joined the LPGA in 2019 and won the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational with Knight in 2023. She has nine career top 10s and $1.8 million in career earnings.

“It’s hard to believe it’s been nine years playing, which is pretty crazy,” said Szokol on Friday. “It was great to retire at home, a golf course I’m a member at and had so many family and friends out today. So it was pretty special.

“Would’ve liked one more putt to go in, but that’s all right. I can look back at a successful career.”
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/two-lpga-friends-announce-retirement-201123204.html

Listing South African batters with hundreds at Women’s World Cup

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**South African Batters with Hundreds at the Women’s World Cup**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Oct 07, 2025, 03:42 PM*

South Africa recorded a convincing six-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup clash at Indore’s Holkar Stadium. The star of the match was Tazmin Brits, who scored a brilliant 101 runs, leading her side to chase down the target of 232 with ease. This remarkable innings made her the first woman cricketer to score five WODI centuries in a single calendar year.

In this article, we take a look at South African batters who have scored hundreds in the Women’s World Cup history.

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### #3 Tazmin Brits – 101 vs New Zealand, 2025

In the crucial chase against New Zealand, Tazmin Brits showcased her class by scoring 101 runs off just 89 balls, including 15 fours and 1 six. She formed a magnificent partnership of 159 runs for the second wicket with Sune Luus, who remained unbeaten on 83. Their combined efforts ensured South Africa crossed the finish line at 234/4 with 9.1 overs to spare, sealing a memorable victory.

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### #2 Marizanne Kapp – 102* vs Pakistan, 2013

Marizanne Kapp delivered a stellar performance against Pakistan during the 2013 Women’s World Cup match in Cuttack, India. Batting on a challenging surface, she arrived at a difficult situation with South Africa struggling at 9/2. Kapp steadied the innings and scored an unbeaten 102 off 150 balls, which included 11 fours. Her invaluable knock helped South Africa post a competitive 207/5 total. She then forged an unbroken 128-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Dane van Niekerk, who scored 55*, steering the team to a comprehensive 126-run victory.

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### #1 Linda Olivier – 101* vs Ireland, 2000

Former opener Linda Olivier holds the distinction of being the first South African woman to score a hundred in a Women’s World Cup. This achievement came during the 2000 tournament in Christchurch, where South Africa was chasing a target of 178 runs against Ireland. Olivier anchored the innings with a strong opening partnership of 117 runs alongside Hanri Strydom, who contributed 46 runs. She finished unbeaten on 101 off 117 balls, smashing 10 fours and leading South Africa to a comfortable nine-wicket win.

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These innings remain significant milestones in South Africa’s Women’s World Cup history, underscoring the talent and resilience of their batters on the global stage.
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Listing South African batters with hundreds at Women’s World Cup

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**South African Batters with Hundreds at the Women’s World Cup**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Oct 07, 2025, 03:42 pm*

South Africa recently registered a convincing six-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup. The match, held at Indore’s Holkar Stadium, saw Tazmin Brits deliver a brilliant century as her side comfortably chased down the target of 232 runs.

Brits’ exceptional knock of 101 makes her the first woman cricketer to score five WODI hundreds in a calendar year. In this article, we take a look at South African batters who have scored hundreds in the Women’s World Cup.

### #3 Tazmin Brits – 101 vs New Zealand, 2025
In the recent game against New Zealand, South Africa’s chase was masterfully led by Tazmin Brits. She scored an impressive 101 runs off just 89 balls, including 15 fours and 1 six. Brits was ably supported by Sune Luus, who remained unbeaten on 83.

The duo put together a crucial 159-run partnership for the second wicket, sealing the victory for South Africa. The Proteas finished on 234/4 with 9.1 overs to spare.

### #2 Marizanne Kapp – 102* vs Pakistan, 2013
Marizanne Kapp was outstanding in the 2013 Women’s World Cup match against Pakistan held in Cuttack, India. Batting on a challenging surface, South Africa found themselves struggling at 9/2 when Kapp came to the crease.

She steadied the innings and played a solid knock, finishing unbeaten on 102 runs off 150 deliveries, with 11 fours. Her innings was pivotal in South Africa posting a total of 207/5. The team went on to win the match by a huge margin of 126 runs. Kapp also shared an unbeaten 128-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Dane van Niekerk, who scored 55*.

### #1 Linda Olivier – 101* vs Ireland, 2000
The first South African woman to score a hundred in the Women’s World Cup was former opener Linda Olivier. This memorable innings came in the 2000 World Cup match against Ireland in Christchurch.

Asked to chase a target of 178 runs, Olivier led the Proteas’ charge with a fine 117-run opening partnership alongside Hanri Strydom, who scored 46. Olivier remained unbeaten on 101 runs off 117 balls, hitting 10 fours and guiding South Africa to a comfortable nine-wicket victory.

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These remarkable innings have contributed significantly to South Africa’s journey in the Women’s World Cup, setting high standards for future generations of batters.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/south-african-batters-with-hundreds-at-the-women-s-world-cup/story