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U.S. Solheim Cup captain considers rookies for upcoming tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 5:55 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

U.S. Solheim Cup captain considers rookies for upcoming tournament

Summary

U.S. Solheim Cup Captain Angela Stanford is evaluating rookies Lindy Duncan, Jenny Bae, and Lucy Li for her team ahead of the event scheduled for September 11-13 at Bernardus Golf Club in the Netherlands. Stanford, who has been consulting with past captains, is open to including a rookie, despite initial reservations regarding their performance in an overseas setting. She will announce her three captain's picks on August 24 after the conclusion of the CPKC Women’s Open. The players have four tournaments left to establish their suitability for selection.

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By the Numbers

•Stanford to select three captain's picks on August 24.
•U.S. Solheim Cup will be held from September 11-13 in the Netherlands.
•Duncan, Bae, and Li are under consideration for rookie spots.
•Other players are competing for selection in upcoming tournaments.
•Stanford emphasizes the need for players to demonstrate strong performance.

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5:55 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. captain says she's considering rookie Solheim Cup players for Europe, but they'll need to force her hand

What they're saying

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U.S. Captain Angela Stanford named Lindy Duncan, Jenny Bae and Lucy Li as potential Solheim Cup rookies that she's considering for her squad
— Yahoo Sports

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