Kate Golden (born February 9, 1967) is an American professional golfer who played on the

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. Golden played college golf at the

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where she was an

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. She graduated in 1989 with a degree in Criminal Justice. Golden competed on the

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in 1989 and 1990. She joined the LPGA Tour in 1992. She won once at the 2001 State Farm Classic, shooting 63 in the final round and beating

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by 1 shot. After her playing days, Golden became a coach. She is now the women's assistant coach at her alma mater.

Professional wins

LPGA Tour wins (1)

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* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Golden, Kate American female golfers Texas Longhorns women's golfers LPGA Tour golfers Golfers from Texas Sportspeople from Beaumont, Texas 1967 births Living people 20th-century American sportswomen