Suamico 12-Year-Old finishes sixth at historic Augusta National Golf Course

SUAMICO — For most golfers Augusta National is something seen only on television, but for 12-year-old Hallie Fisch, it became something much more real.

Fisch, a sixth grader from Suamico, finished sixth in the Girls 12-13 division at the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals on Sunday, April 5, competing on the same grounds that has hosted the Masters Tournament since 1934.

For Fisch, the moment was surreal.

“It’s really cool knowing all the players that have been there and being able to play where they’ve played.” she said.

The experience began long before she stepped onto the practice facility. From arriving at Augusta National to driving down the iconic Magnolia Lane, everything about the trip stood out.

But once the competition began, Fisch settled in quickly.

When asked about her favorite moment she said it came right away.

“Probably hitting my first drive,” she said. “I hit it right down the middle, so that’s probably my favorite moment.”

That early confidence helped set the tone as she competed against some of the top junior golfers in the country. Fisch delivered a strong all-around performance, placing near the top of the leaderboard in putting and chipping while holding her own in the driving portion.

While the stage was one of the biggest in golf, Fisch approached it the same way she has approached the game from the start.

That mindset has been shaped in part by her family, who have emphasized keeping the game enjoyable as her skills have developed.

“We just kind of follow her lead,” her mom said. “She does a lot of local events…just fun, like PGA Junior League with her friends. We really just follow her lead as far as what level of tournament she wants to do.”

That balance between competition and fun has been key in Fisch’s growth. Whether playing locally or preparing for national competition, the focus has remained the same.

“We did a lot to just keep it relaxed and fun,” her dad added.

Fisch has spent much of her time developing her game at local courses like Crystal Springs in Seymour and Thornberry Creek, where she is able to practice and play with friends.

“It’s [Thornberry Creek] got a really nice practice facility… a good chipping area, nice putting greens,” her family said. “So she has plenty of places where she can work on her game.”

That preparation carried over to Augusta, where Fisch competed on a pristine setup that challenged every aspect of her game.

For a young golfer still early in her journey, the opportunity to experience that environment provided both motivation and perspective.

And while the moment itself was special, Fisch is already looking ahead.

“One of my bigger goals is to play D1 college golf,” she said.

“I think it’s been really fun watching her just grow to love the game as much as she does,” they said. “She’s very self-driven… and we always try to really focus on making sure it’s fun for her because that’s really the number one thing right now.”

That perspective has helped Fisch stay grounded, even as she reaches milestones like competing at Augusta National.

Moments like her opening drive or walking the same grounds as the game’s greatest players are ones she will carry with her, but they are also part of a bigger journey.

From riding along in her dad’s golf cart as a young kid to competing on one of golf’s biggest stages, Fisch’s path has been built on steady progress, support from her family and a genuine love for the game.

And if her performance at Augusta is any indication, there is much more ahead.
For now though, Fisch is taking it all in and continuing to enjoy the game that has already taken her further than most golfers ever go.