The Golfers, The Groundhog and The Enchanted Putter

"The Girl,The Groundhog and The Enchanted Putter is a fictional tale based on actual events and real people. It is about a resilient young lady named Maria. Her dad is a Navy SEAL and they move around a lot. She has to learn how to adapt to a new state, a new school, and making new friends.
The story covers many of life's ups and downs. It's about friendship, sportsmanship, honesty and integrity.
It's also about the great game of golf that can be shared with family and friends for a lifetime of enjoyment.
It shows how a young person can handle many situations with love and kindness.
Follow along and see how Maria comes to make friends with a mysterious groundhog named Grady and learn the tales of the enchanted putter!"

Joal Harding grew up in Lake Wylie, S.C. She was on the swim team, played competitive tennis and at 13 years old took up the game of golf, and never looked back. She was a member of the boys golf team in high school playing at the National and International level. She attended Auburn University on a full golf scholarship. Her passion for golf continued to grow representing the U.S. at the World Cup in Montpellier, France and then playing on the LPGA Tour. She has raised three adult daughters all playing D1 golf for Michigan State and Florida Southern. Being a loving mother and watching her daughters thrive in life is her proudest achievement. Joal has dedicated her life to the betterment and growth of the game and currently enjoys sharing her vast knowledge as a golf instructor. She motivates players of all ages and skill levels to keep striving to be the best person they can be, both on and off the golf course. This is the first published book in a series of three. She hopes it will bring joy, learning about kindness and life lessons along with a sense of wonder that extends beyond curiosity, while instilling a love of golf to all.