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Randall Mell

30Amy Mickelson makes a return to golf

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profileIconRANDALL MELL, Senior Writer, GolfChannel.com   Posted 09/15/2009, 3:52 PM EST

Amy Mickelson

Donna Orender, president of the WNBA, and Amy Mickelson pose for a photo during Fortune Magazine Clinic at the LPGA Samsung World Championship at Torrey Pines Golf Course. (Getty Images)


Amy Mickelson quietly made a return to tour golf this week.

That would be the LPGA tour.

Mickelson, recovering from breast cancer surgery, has not yet been able to make her return to the PGA Tour to see her husband, Phil, play, but she mixed with LPGA pros Monday near her home at the LPGA’s Samsung World Championship. She appeared at a golf clinic at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, Calif., that was staged as part of the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit. The public appearance will be taken by Mickelson fans as another encouraging sign that things are going well for the family as Amy makes her recovery.

Amy was representing the Phil and Amy Mickelson Foundation. The clinic was staged on day one of the three-day Fortune summit, an annual event featuring prominent women’s leaders in business, philanthropy, government, education and the arts. LPGA pros Lorena Ochoa, Jiyai Shin and Jill McGill joined nine LPGA Teaching & Club Professionals in leading the clinic.

United States Presidents Cup captain Fred Couples said last month that he hoped Amy would be able to join other PGA Tour wives when the Presidents Cup is staged at Harding Park in San Francisco Oct. 8-11.

 

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  1. kecil

    kecil Said on 09/19/2009, at 12:23 PM EST

    “God Bless You... I'm glad you're back!!! denny”

  2. StarryKari

    StarryKari Said on 09/18/2009, at 5:04 PM EST

    “Amy so great to have you back, looking so beautiful and healthy. You and Phil are our inspiration! NYC loves you! Kari & Michael”

  3. mdadog

    mdadog Said on 09/18/2009, at 4:45 PM EST

    “My mother, my wife (31 years) and my sister-in-law are all breast cancer survivors. Keep up the fight, God works wonders. Phil has been my favorite for years, not only for his excellent golf but for his off the course activities as well.”

  4. bogeynothanx7

    bogeynothanx7 Said on 09/18/2009, at 3:29 PM EST

    “Amy , you look sensational !! Many blessings to you and Phil and all the girls. My wife and I have prayed in earnest for you. May God strengthen you mightily during this road to complete wellness !! Rock on, Sister !!”

  5. mh49506

    mh49506 Said on 09/17/2009, at 7:52 PM EST

    “I'm glad to see back.I hope the best for you. God bless you Phil and your kids.”

  6. longball3212

    longball3212 Said on 09/17/2009, at 4:37 PM EST

    “Welcome back Amy.You and your husband are a class act.God bless you & keep up the fight”

  7. Andrew3612

    Andrew3612 Said on 09/17/2009, at 2:20 PM EST

    “Amy, My mother is a breast cancer, God bless you, Phil and your family. Thank you both for all you have done for other's. By the way,"Phil is my favorite golfer".”

  8. gas9765

    gas9765 Said on 09/17/2009, at 10:53 AM EST

    “Wonderful to have you back! I too am a breast cancer survivor so I know it isn't easy but it can be done. Congratulations. Keep up your good health and great smile. My best wishes for you and your family.”

  9. rodneysparty

    rodneysparty Said on 09/17/2009, at 10:20 AM EST

    “Amy looks wonderful. So happy for them.”

  10. not enough golf

    not enough golf Said on 09/17/2009, at 7:13 AM EST

    “Yesterday we got the good news that my wife won't need further treatment after having her breast removed in August.I have followed Amy and Phil's plight with great interest and we need people of their stature to help make sure everything is being done that can be done to beat this dreaded disease.I hope and pray Amy has a full recovery.”

  11. lionpower

    lionpower Said on 09/17/2009, at 2:06 AM EST

    “Our prayers for you and your family had been answered,god is so awesome and Amy, you are a child of god and he hasnt given you the spirit of fear.Thank you so much for that million dollar smile and your brave heart,we love you and the entire Mickelson family. Gino and Tammy Castellano. Escondido,ca”

  12. Said on 09/16/2009, at 8:39 PM EST

    “Amy, Great to see you looking so great and that Smile is so precious. Just what Phil needs to have you there cheering him on.”

  13. Said on 09/16/2009, at 7:20 PM EST

    “Still a beautiful inside and out. You are a terrific role model. Thanks.”

  14. Marg P

    Marg P Said on 09/16/2009, at 7:10 PM EST

    “Amy looks great is that picture good luck to her and her family, We are all with her.”

  15. pingforever

    pingforever Said on 09/16/2009, at 5:04 PM EST

    “FYI - To the 4:13 poster. I've lost two parents to cancer, but I haven't lost my perspective about the disease. ”

  16. afanofclass

    afanofclass Said on 09/16/2009, at 4:55 PM EST

    “What a great sight, to see Amy back in circulation. This is a family of class, and I know from personal experience that the Phil and Amy Mickelson Foundation is a great organization, run by super people. Thanks to Phil and Amy for being the human beings they are!! For any naysayers, wake up and try to understand that our world is a great place to enjoy people like this.”

  17. Willy1448

    Willy1448 Said on 09/16/2009, at 3:21 PM EST

    “Welcome back Amy. It's good to see your beautiful face and smile. God bless you and keep up the good work. You have been an inspiration to millions. Bill Stricklen”

  18. C.A.

    C.A. Said on 09/16/2009, at 2:07 PM EST

    “It is so great to see Amy looking so healthy and beautiful! Glad to see you her up and around.”

  19. stub

    stub Said on 09/16/2009, at 1:50 PM EST

    “ Along with all the others,WELCOME BACK..missed your sunny smile...I'm sure this was a designed visit, but who cares..Now hopefully, Phil can clear his mind and go out and play...STUB ”

  20. Allyn

    Allyn Said on 09/16/2009, at 1:44 PM EST

    “It's sooo good to see her out and about! All my prayers are with you and your family!”

  21. pats5cats

    pats5cats Said on 09/16/2009, at 1:28 PM EST

    “ Welcome back Amy, We have missed seeing your bright smile and supporting presence when Phil is playing. God Bless blessings, Patsy and Dennis Scott”

  22. slewisma

    slewisma Said on 09/16/2009, at 1:17 PM EST

    “As good as this news makes us all feel, I hope it made her and Phil feel even better.”

  23. Know2Go

    Know2Go Said on 09/16/2009, at 1:03 PM EST

    “Welcome Back!!!”

  24. Know2Go

    Know2Go Said on 09/16/2009, at 1:00 PM EST

    “Welcome Back”

  25. PROGOLFFITCOM

    PROGOLFFITCOM Said on 09/16/2009, at 12:33 PM EST

    “She looks happy. Thats a strong woman. God Bless her.”

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