Kai Trump to Make LPGA Tour Debut at The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican
Kai Trump, a high school senior at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach, Florida, and a committed University of Miami athlete, has been selected as a sponsor invitation to compete in The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican. The tournament will take place at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla. Trump, who has a strong presence on social media and is passionate about growing the game of golf among younger and more diverse audiences, is excited to make her LPGA Tour debut at the event. She will be joining the University of Miami NCAA Division I women’s golf team in the Fall of 2026.
Pelican Golf Club, where the tournament will be held, sees Trump as a promising talent with a bright future in the sport. The tournament organizers believe that sponsor invitations like Trump's help bring new attention to the LPGA and showcase emerging talent in the golf world. Trump's participation in the event is expected to attract a broader audience to the sport, especially among younger fans. The tournament officials are also planning to announce additional enhancements and field commitments for The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican in the coming weeks.
The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican has seen notable winners in the past, including Nelly Korda, who secured her seventh LPGA Tour win in 2024 at the tournament. Lilia Vu and Sei Young Kim have also claimed victories at The ANNIKA in previous years. The event promises an exciting lineup of premier hospitality and general admission tickets for fans to enjoy a week of top-tier golf competition. Tickets for the tournament are available for purchase online, and all 2025 tickets will be digital for easy access at the main gate.
As the tournament approaches, golf enthusiasts can stay updated on The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican by visiting the official website and following the event on social media platforms such as X, Instagram, and Facebook. The tournament aims to showcase the best in women's golf and provide a platform for emerging talents like Kai Trump to shine on the LPGA Tour.