Heather Daly-Donofrio is not exactly a household name in golf despite an impressive resume. She's played at the amateur level and at college as a member of the Yale women's golf team, which she then coached. She's won twice on the LPGA Tour -- in 2001 at the Betsy King Classic and in 2004 at the Mitchell Company Tournament of Champions. Besides that she was president of the LPGA Board from 2005-2006 and currently serves as Player Liaison, employed by the LPGA Tour.In her role as Player Liaison, she sees herself as a dispenser of information -- clearing up misinformation. She also mediates issues between players and between players and caddies and pays special attention to the rookies on tour. Through her LPGA involvement, she has worked with Carolyn Bivens. When asked to comment about the controversy surrounding the commissioner she declined because of the sensitivity of the issue.
Heather's at Saucon Valley this week and competing in her ninth U.S. Women's Open. She earned her place by qualifying at a regional site. But she hasn't played much competitive golf lately. Her first priority is her family -- husband Ray Howell and daughter Hannah, almost three.
With the responsibility of raising her daughter, she's shifted her focus from competitive golf to her job as Player Liaison. This involves about 18 weeks on the road, but she brings Hannah with her. And she's able to spend time at home. It's a job she truly enjoys and a lifestyle that accommodates her many interests.
-- Topsy Siderowf
(Photo credit: Melissa Farrell Paglieri)
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