Scarlett Schremmer, a University of Miami sophomore competing on a sponsor’s exemption, was disqualified from the LPGA’s The Annika on Saturday for using an illegal green-reading book.
Rules Violation and Investigation
As reported by Golfweek, LPGA officials were first informed of a potential rules violation after Schremmer shot a 69 in the opening round. Officials did not take action until Saturday, however, after Schremmer had already missed the cut on Friday following a second-round 74. Golfweek reported that the LPGA received video evidence that triggered the disqualification, whereas Schremmer had previously denied using an illegal book.
The LPGA explained in a statement that Schremmer violated Model Local Rule G-11. According to the LPGA Rules of Play Card, this rule is active during all LPGA Tour competitions except for off-site local qualifying events, limiting players to using solely the yardage book approved for the specific competition throughout their round.
Player Reactions and Background
During the tournament, Schremmer played alongside professionals Perrine Delacour and Dongeun Lee, with her mother and former LPGA player Patricia Ehrhart serving as her caddie. The collegiate golfer received her tournament invitation after her teammate, Kai Trump, became unable to play due to wrist surgery in mid-October. Schremmer has secured two victories in the current college season and belongs to the USGA’s 2026 Elite Amateur Program.
Addressing the situation on Saturday morning via an Instagram post by Ryan French on the Monday Q Info account, Delacour commented on the trust placed in the sponsor invite over professional players and caddies. Delacour later confirmed to Golfweek that she had indeed spoken with rules officials concerning Schremmer’s use of the prohibited book.
Schremmer acknowledged the infraction in a statement provided to Golfweek, saying she had a green-reading yardage book in her bag that is permitted in college golf but banned on the LPGA Tour. She took responsibility for the oversight, called it a learning experience, and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to compete and support received during the week.
