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Tampa Native AJ Newell Named Head Coach Of University Of South Florida Women's Golf

Former LPGA Tour Player Previously Served As Michigan Assistant, Helping Lead The Wolverines To A Big Ten Title And The NCAA Finals

TAMPA, JUNE 3, 2024 – University of South Florida Vice President for Athletics Michael Kelly has named Tampa native AJ Newell, a former LPGA Tour Player and NCAA All-American, as head coach of USF women's golf.

Newell will take over leadership of the Bulls' program following a successful three-year stint as assistant coach at the University of Michigan, where she helped lead the Wolverines to three-straight NCAA Regional appearances, a 2022 Big Ten title, and the 2022 NCAA Championship Finals.