Japan prides itself when it comes to golf and they have every reason to do so because of female golfer, Shiho Oyama. Shiho Oyama has represented Japan in several tournaments and almost always emerges as the victor.
In 2006, Shiho Oyama was hailed as Japan’s top golfer, beating Yuri Fudo who was Japan’s top golfer for six years. Shiho Oyama was given the top rank after beating Mijeong Jeon of South Korea, Sakura Yokumine and Japan’s very own Yuri Fudo. In the same year, Shiho Oyama emerged the winner at the Fujisankei Ladies Classic which is an annual golf event on the JLPGA Tour. By winning the Fujisankei Ladies Classic in 2006, Shiho Oyama succeeded 2005 Fujisankei Ladies Classic winner, Kasumi Fujii. Shiho Oyama ended the year 2006 as the money title winner on the JLPGA.
| Born | 15 May 1977 |
| Nationality |
United States
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Shiho Oyama claimed many victories during her time and this included winning the Meiji Chocolate Cup in 2007. Though she had a shaky start during this tournament, Shiho Oyama managed to end the match with a two-shot victory. This was Shiho Oyama’s 10th career win and her first after her previous victory weeks before at the Nichirei PGM Ladies. Shiho Oyama finished year 2007 being third in the money list with a paycheck of 12.6 million yen.
One of Shiho Oyama’s greatest moments was in the Suntory Ladies Open in 2008. Shiho Oyama was taking the lead at the Suntory Ladies Open and even gained a one-point advantage over three other players which included US LPGA player Momoko Ueda. Shiho Oyama is far from stopping what she has already started in the world of female golf and everyone is excited to see her coming victories.
