Lillian Guleserian makes albatross to advance in Massachusetts Women's Am
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Lillian Guleserian, a 19-year-old golfer at Penn State, recorded a rare albatross on the 18th hole at Oak Hill Country Club during the Massachusetts Women's Amateur. The shot allowed her to defeat Shannon Johnson, having a 1-up lead before the play. Despite her impressive performance, Guleserian's run ended in the semifinals against Molly Smith. Isabel Brozena ultimately won the tournament for the second consecutive year. Guleserian described her achievement as unbelievable, noting she never expected to make an albatross.
- •Guleserian made an albatross on the 18th hole.
- •She advanced past Shannon Johnson in the quarterfinals.
- •Guleserian lost to Molly Smith in the semifinals.
- •Isabel Brozena won the Massachusetts Women's Amateur title.
- •An albatross is among the rarest accomplishments in golf.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — See the amazing video of an albatross that clinched a match at the Massachusetts Women's Am
"An albatross is a rare feat. The rarest in golf, in fact. Video of an albatross is just as rare if not more so.
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