LPGA Announces Nanea Cup in Hawaii for 2027
Key Questions
What is the Nanea Cup?
It is a new $4 million LPGA event scheduled for March 2027 in Hawaii featuring 95 LPGA pros and 25 top college golfers.
What makes the Nanea Cup format unique?
It mixes professionals with college players and includes a separate college team championship.
Where and when will the Nanea Cup be held?
It will take place on the Big Island of Hawaii in March 2027.
Why is the LPGA creating the Nanea Cup?
The event supports new venues in Hawaii and aids talent development by connecting LPGA pros with top college players.
Which college teams are involved in the Nanea Cup?
Stanford and other elite NCAA programs will compete alongside LPGA professionals in the inaugural event.
The LPGA unveiled the Nanea Cup, a $4 million event in Hawaii scheduled for March 2027. It will feature a unique format mixing 95 LPGA pros with 25 top college golfers from elite programs, with a separate college team champion. This signals the LPGA's push for new venues and talent development, aligning with the next-generation narrative.