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Stanford named USA Solheim Cup captain
United States' Angela Stanford tees off in the singles matches on Day3 of the Golf Solheim Cup in St.Leon-Rot, Germany, September 20, 2015

ANGELA STANFORD has been named USA captain for next year’s Solheim Cup.

The 47-year-old, who retired from playing last year, succeeds Stacy Lewis for the tournament which will be held in the Netherlands in September 2026. 

“I’m extremely grateful to be named the next American captain for the Solheim Cup and join a list of my heroes in the game,” she said.

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