Kiara Romero makes Curtis Cup debut as top-ranked amateur golfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 8:13 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Kiara Romero, the No. 1-ranked amateur in the world, debuts on the U.S. Curtis Cup team at Bel-Air Country Club this week. The 20-year-old, along with her siblings Kaleiya and Kyreece, grew up in San Jose, California, without modern distractions, focusing on outdoor activities and sports. After a solid showing at the U.S. Open, where she earned low-amateur honors, Kiara looks to gain more LEAP points to turn professional later this summer. Kaleiya will compete in the Epson Tour, while Kyreece has entered college golf's transfer portal for his final season of eligibility.
- •Kiara Romero is making her debut at the Curtis Cup this week.
- •She is the leading amateur golf player globally.
- •Romero aims to accumulate LEAP points to go pro soon.
- •Kaleiya competes on the Epson Tour after her Women's Open debut.
- •Kyreece has entered the college golf transfer portal.
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"Romero and her two siblings have long been big fans of the Korda family.
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