Michelle McGann

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Michelle McGann was born on December 30, 1969 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Diagnosed as a juvenile diabetic at age 13, Michelle did not let the disease interfere with her game. This West Palm Beach native garnered victories in three Florida State Junior Championships, a United States Golf Association National Junior Girls Championship and honors as the 1987 top junior player in the nation.

In just her third season on tour (1991), she recorded five top-10 finishes, rising to 40th place on the LPGA Tour's money list. In 1995 she became a Rolex First-Time Winner at the Sara Lee Classic, won her second tournament at the Youngstown-Warren LPGA Classic and won the Takara World Invitational on the LPGA of Japan Tour. The following year, Michelle won the Oldsmobile Classic and State Farm Rail Classic in sudden-death playoffs and defended her title at the Youngtown-Warren LPGA Classic. She was also a member of the winning Solheim Cup Team. By 1997, it was clear that she had established herself as a formidable force in women's golf having captured seven LPGA tournament titles. Together with her unique look - colorful shirts, shorts and her trademark hats - Michelle is a true champion in the golfing world.

Equally as important to Michelle though, are her pursuits off the course. She is especially active in the Diabetes Research Institute and as a diabetic herself, speaks regularly for healthcare organizations and women's groups around the nation. Michelle is also the founder of the Michelle McGann Golf Classic that benefits the Diabetes Research Institute.

Michelle currently has an exempt status and is living in Singer Island, FL.

Official website for Michelle McGann

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