Caroline Matelski, PGA Golf Professional

Caroline Matelsk is a golf professional with a passion for both playing and coaching the game. Hailing from the Tacoma, Washington area, Caroline’s journey in golf began at the age of thirteen, leading her to compete in prestigious tournaments such as the Optimist Junior World, Girls Junior PGA Championship, USGA Girls’ Junior Championship and American Junior Golf Association events.

Her dedication and skill earned her a golf scholarship to the University of Washington, where she continued to excel on the course. Caroline’s standout moment came in 1994 when she clinched victory in the inaugural Washington State Women’s Amateur Championship, etching her name into WA Golf history.

After taking a break from competitive play, Caroline found a new passion in coaching. She dedicated herself to nurturing young talent, serving as the head coach of the girls high school golf team at Steilacoom High School, where she earned Coach of the Year honors in her second season. Currently, Caroline brings her wealth of experience and expertise to the women’s golf team at Pacific Lutheran University as the Women's Head Coach.

Caroline is driven by a mission to make golf more accessible and enjoyable for juniors, women, and families alike. Through her personalized approach to instruction, she strives to help golfers of all levels improve their game and achieve their goals on the course. With her unwavering commitment and infectious enthusiasm for the sport, Caroline Matelski continues to inspire and make a lasting impact in the world of golf.

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"The first Washington Women’s Amateur Championship was held in 1994 at Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club in Federal Way. Caroline Speigelberg (now Matelski), who at the time was playing on the University of Washington women’s golf team, had set a goal of having her name be the first one engraved on the new trophy – and she came away with a two-shot victory."

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Washington Golf -
100 Years of Growing the Game

featuring Caroline Matelski!

Celebrating its centennial in 2022, the 100-year story of Washington Golf unfolds throughout this book’s 160 pages of photos and memories.

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