Angela Stanford names assistant captains for the 2026 Solheim Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

U.S. captain Angela Stanford has appointed Paula Creamer, Kristy McPherson, and Brittany Lang as her assistant captains for the 2026 Solheim Cup. The event is scheduled to begin September 11 at Bernardus Golf in The Netherlands. Stanford previously played alongside all three assistants during the 2009 edition of the tournament. Creamer brings extensive experience with seven previous Solheim Cup appearances and a 17-9-5 record. McPherson provides an analytical approach to the coaching staff, while Stanford relies on the trio to manage team chemistry and provide support during high-pressure moments. The U.S. team seeks its first victory on foreign soil since 2015 when competition commences later this week.
- •The 2026 Solheim Cup begins September 11 at Bernardus Golf in The Netherlands.
- •Angela Stanford selected Paula Creamer, Kristy McPherson, and Brittany Lang as assistants.
- •The assistant captains previously played with Stanford on the 2009 U.S. Solheim Cup team.
- •The U.S. team aims for its first victory on international ground since 2015.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Meet the assistants helping U.S. captain Angela Stanford at 2026 Solheim Cup
"Angela Stanford played with all three of her assistants at the 2009 Solheim Cup at Rich Harvest Farms.
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