Taz has bilateral tibial hemimelia which is an extremely rare congenital limb deficiency characterized by complete or partial absence of the fibula – and in her case – has affected both of her legs. Just prior to turning three, both of her legs were amputated. Taz may have more challenges than most, but this young lady works hard and just keeps going each and every day.
She does not know the meaning of the word, “quit”! When Taz wanted to participate in sports, her school therapist encouraged her to try golf and after a few swings, she was hooked! Her love for nature and being outdoors, combined with her competitiveness and being active made golf the ideal sport for Taz. She is on her high school team and is currently learning to navigate the sport using her new prosthetics. Her goal this year is to break 100.
Golf has become a huge part of her life and has helped build her self-confidence. Her ultimate sports dream would be to go “behind the ropes” at an LPGA tournament. She says she would be ecstatic to meet a fellow female golfer who could impact her life in a positive manner.
