Nelly, widely regarded as the greatest womens golfer in the world and an athlete transcending her sport, is a standout performer on the LPGA tour. The 2020 Olympic gold medalist has finished in the Top 10 more than 75 times with 16 LPGA victories — including two major championships. In 2024, she recorded a historic season with seven wins and an additional four top-10 finishes. She has held the Rolex Women's World No. 1 Ranking six times in her career and has competed in four Solheim Cups.
"My biggest motivator on the course is the people in my life who don't see any boundaries. The openness to possibility helps me stay in the moment and channel confidence."
Rickie, one of the most recognizable athletes in the world, is revered for his charisma, distinct style and ability to connect with golf fans, making him a valuable asset to the sport. In 2025, Rickie helped pioneer TGL, a groundbreaking team golf league that blends technology and tradition. Rickie is a six-time PGA TOUR Champion, with his most notable win coming in the 2015 Players Championship. He's been a fixture for Team USA, competing in five Ryder Cups, three Presidents Cups and the 2016 Olympics.
"It's important for me to balance my drive to perform at the highest level with my goal to always be a positive role model, not only as a golfer but also as a husband, a parent and a friend."
Megha, a standout on the Stanford Cardinal Women's Golf Team, 2024 NCAA Champions, is one of the world's top-ranked amateur golfers. Her breakthrough win came at the 2025 U.S. Women's Amateur Championship. Megha has also claimed individual titles at prestigious collegiate tournaments, including the 2025 Stanford Intercollegiate, 2024 Nanea Invitational and 2023 Carmel Cup. Beyond her collegiate success, she played a pivotal role in Team USA's victories at the 2025 World Amateur Team Championship and the 2022 Curtis Cup.
"I approach the sport with joy, optimism, and confidence…maintaining the same emotions I felt when I played golf as a kid. Holding my love for the game front of mind keeps me passionate, even on the hardest day."
Ernie, a former World No. 1 and World Golf Hall of Famer, is a four-time major champion and a senior major champion, with 80 professional career wins. He captured his seventh PGA TOUR Champions title in 2025 at the Mitsubishi Electric Championship. He's an entrepreneur and award-winning golf course designer with groundbreaking charitable endeavors, including the Ernie Els Foundation and the Els for Autism Foundation with The Els Center of Excellence in Florida.
"I've never lost my love for the game, my love of competition and desire to win. That's kept me motivated over the years. Still, far more important than anything achieved on the golf course is the impact on people through the Els for Autism and the Ernie Els Foundation."
In the world of sports, confidence and commitment provide the winning edge. More than just a mindset, it's a dynamic skill set that transforms game changers into legacy makers.
Confidence was the name of the game as Team EY golfers Rickie Fowler and Megha Ganne joined us in New York this week.
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