Patty Berg
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About
One of women's golfing greats, she not only won over a dozen major titles, but also founded the Ladies Professional Golf Association.
Before Fame
She was a tomboy as a child, playing quarterback on the local football team, and turning to golf during her teenager years.
Trivia
Seeing no professional golf circuit for women to play in, she played exhibition matches against the men, and ultimately decided to make her own.
Family Life
She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Associated With
Her work paved the way for future female golf stars like Nancy Lopez and Jan Stephenson.
