The ANNIKA Foundation and Old Barnwell have named five players to the 2026 ANNIKA Development Program, a pathway designed to support top collegiate golfers as they transition into the professional level.

The 2026 class includes:
• Emma Kaisa Dalgaard Bunch, New Mexico State
• Tillie Claggett, Vanderbilt
• Kary Hollenbaugh, Ohio State
• Megan Propeck, Florida
• Kelly Xu, Stanford

Now in its fourth year, the program selects a small group of recent college players through an application and interview process. Since its launch, 19 ambassadors from 11 countries have been selected.

Participants train at Old Barnwell in Aiken, South Carolina, and receive support that includes housing, a $10,000 annual stipend for tournament and travel expenses, and access to performance and wellness resources.

The program also provides mentorship and professional networking as players begin the transition from college golf to the next level.

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Annika Foundation