Queens Honour For the Golden Gal to Long Drive

Phillis Meti has been named the Golden Gal to Long Drive and now she is listed on the New Zealand Order of Merit for her contribution to sport in particular to Golf/Long Drive. IGANZ CEO. Olna Ford, proudly nominated Phillis with the reference from many who were fortunate to witness this incredible athlete perform and coach. I’m super proud of Phillis and grateful she has been acknowledged for her commitment and achievements in sport. She is a 3 x World Champion and 2 x World Record Holder in Long Drive and the reason why IGANZ committed to this sport. When an athlete motivates a company you know you have a super human and this is what Phillis Meti is. A strong yet graceful woman, with a heart of gold, Phillis has gone above and beyond for sport and her peers. I feel truly blessed to have such a dynamic athlete representing Long Drive who is dedicated to the development and growth of the sport. I am grateful to our government who has recognised the commitment + investment made by IGANZ to the sport of Long Drive which has placed New Zealand at the forefront of this sports success, says Olna.

Long Drive now resides independently from Golf and Olna Ford’s company, now listed as National Sports Organisation for both Long Drive and Xtreme Drivers League. Phillis is an all round athlete that has accomplished so much. The Queen’s Honour means the world to Phillis and all those that have cheered for her achievements to be recognised. She is the current New Zealand XDL Champion, winning the New Zealand Championship for the 3rd year in a row since the Women's Division was promoted in 2018 by IGANZ. Captain of the New Zealand Long Blacks (Women’s Team) Phillis will be helping grow the participation of women in the sport both in New Zealand and Australia. The poster gal for the sport and definitely the Queen of Long Drive. Congratulations Phillis!