Next up in our getting to know series is freshman Joan Soewondo.  Soewondo appeared in three of the Dons' four fall tournaments.  She boasts an average round score of 76.6, carding 17 birdies. In her Dons debut, she finished tied for 17^th at the Ram Challenge, going four over with a three-round score of 220.  She carded 10 birdies in the tournament, five on the final day. 
 
"Joan has had a very solid freshman year so far as she represented the team in three events this fall," said head coach Sara Doell. "The competitive nature and passion for the game that Joan displays is a significant reason for her successes. She wants to play well and cares about being a part of the team's success. She has one of the most fundamentally sound swings that I have seen and as we work on creating even more mental toughness, I know that Joan will continue to improve. I look forward to seeing what she can do in her career here at USF."
 
The native of Laguna Niguel, Calif., attended Dana Hills High School where she was a four-time letter winner for the Dolphins.  In her junior and senior year, she was named the team captain and South Coast League MVP.  Her senior season saw her lead the Dolphins to a South Coast League Championship. 
 
She was named to the Top-10 OC Varsity All Country Girls Golf Team three times, and was the only player to represent the South Coast League and advance to the CIF WSCGA Foundation Southern California Girls Golf Championship. 
 
We had Joan sit down and do a quick Q&A as the Dons get ready for the spring season.
 
 
ABOUT GOLF
1. When did you start playing golf and how?
Joan: I started playing golf when I was 12 years old. My older sister, Elizabeth was
playing, and got me into it.
 
2. What was the deciding factor in why you came to USF to play on the
women's golf team?
JS: I felt like I could really fit into this team and work well with my coach. In
addition, I love San Francisco and wanted to experience and explore the
city.
 
3. What is your favorite memory of being a Don?
JS:  My favorite memory is being able to represent USF on the road.
 
4. Who is the funniest member of the team and why?
JS: I think Coach is the funniest member of the team. She is such a goofy
person and can always make me smile.
 
5. Best USF golf travel story
JS:  At the first tournament, in Colorado, while the team was out exploring Fort
Collins, Pearl and I tried to sneak and get ice cream. We thought we got
away with it, but ended up running straight into Coach.
 
6. Your dream foursome would include who?
JS:  Niall Horan, Adam Scott, Tania Tare, and me.
 
7. What is your favorite golf course?
JS:  Monterey Peninsula Golf Course.
 
8. Have you ever had a hole-in- one? If yes, give us the details!
JS:  Yes, I have three-  Shorecliffs. Hole 13, Delaveaga Golf Course Hole 8 and Riviera CC Hole 6.
 
Personal:
1. What city are you from?
JS:  Laguna Niguel, Calif.
 
2. Do you have any siblings? If yes, what are their names/ ages?
JS:  Elizabeth, 21.
 
3. Do you play any other sports?
JS:  No. I used to be a tennis player.
 
4. What are you majoring in here at USF?
JS:  Undecided business.
 
5. What is your dream job/ career?
JS:  I don't have one yet.
 
Favorites:
1. Food- Ice cream
2. TV Show- Stranger Things
3. Book- The Giver
4. Movie- Big Hero 6
5. Professional athlete- Novak Djokovic
6. City/ Place to Visit- Marina District in San Francisco
7. Spot on the USF campus- At the top of Lone Mountain stairs. It is especially nice when it's a clear night and you can see the city.
8. Sport to watch other than golf- Tennis, soccer, basketball, etc.
9. Restaurant in San Francisco- Too many to list!