Student Life

Freshman Sofie Goto has developed a strong passion for golf with her hard work and dedication to the sport. She has been playing since she was seven years old, developing a passion for the game while watching her father and sister play. Through golf, Goto has gained valuable experience and continues to be recognized for her skills and successes.

Goto has placed in multiple tournaments including the CIF Bay League Qualifying Tournament for South High’s girls’ golf team . She has even qualified into CIF individual regionals.  

“I was third  place in the Ayala Girls Golf Gary Christman Fall Classic tournament in the individual gross, and fourth place in the CIF Bay league Qualifying Tournament,”  Goto said. “I have gotten first place in many tournaments this season.” 

Throughout her golf career, Goto has improved her performance and largely challenged herself. One of her proudest accomplishments is achieving her first score under par, which is completing one hole in a single stroke also known as a birdie. This is a goal that reflects all of her hard work. 

“I was proud when I got my first score under par because it proved to myself and my supporters the dedicated work I put in,” Goto said. 

“Golf has taught me to stay resilient and calm through situations where there is pressure,” Goto said.

While she continues through the season, Goto remains motivated and driven to improve in her skills. By continuing to compete and practice, she hopes to reach new goals and milestones.

“My goal for the rest of the season is to break my best score which is -3 par,” Goto said.

Goto wishes to expand her experience by competing in more junior golf tournaments. One of her long term goals is to win a tournament through the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) and showcase her abilities. 

“I hope to win an AJGA tournament in the coming future,” Goto said.

Goto has continued to build on her capabilities as a golfer, from competing at first in local tournaments into qualifying for CIF individual regionals. In the upcoming years, she hopes to continue growing in the sport and make the most of the opportunities coming her way.