Emily Hughes

Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Pinehurst, N.C.
High School:
Pinecrest

Amateur: Runner-up at 1998 Plantations Junior Golf Tournament in Boone, N.C. ...finished sixth at Independent Insurance Agent Junior Classic...also runner-up at 2000 Eastern Junior Golf Tournament...finished third at 2000 Nike Winternational Junior...tallied two third-place finishes at two 2001 Nike Winternational Juniors...finished fourth at ‘01 Nike Winternational Junior.

Prep: Four-time golf letterwinner at Pinecrest High School in Southern Pines, N.C. ...two-time all-conference...runner-up at conference championship last two years...posted two top 20 finishes at State Championship in 1999 and 2000.

Personal: Wants to go to law school...hobbies include playing the piano, singing, swimming, traveling and reading.

More on Hughes
Birthdate: November 20, 1982
Biggest Sports Thrill: At 2000 NCHSAA State Championship, I was seven-over-par after first two holes and completed round at seven-over to help my team finish second; I learned more about myself as a golfer during that round than during any round I played before or after.
Career Round: 75, Eastern Junior Golf Tournament, Woodlake Country Club, Vass, N.C.
Favorite Course: Pinehurst #2, Pinehurst, N.C.
Favorite Golfer: Juli Inkster
Why I Chose Carolina: Because of its excellent academic reputation, competitive athletic program and beautiful campus.