Hall of Fame
Julie Cole had an outstanding athletic career both at Findlay High School and later at Ohio University (OU) where she earned a scholarship for both basketball and golf. Graduating from OU in 1975 with a bachelor's degree in health, physical education, and recreation, Cole immediately began playing on the amateur golf circuit in national events, and in 1979, she turned professional. She successfully competed on the Futures Golf Tour, the Asian Tour and the European Tour, winning many events worldwide. In 1985, Julie qualified for the LPGA Tour. Her playing highlights included a 4th place finish in the Ladies British Open, 4th place in the Jamie Farr Toledo Classic, five Top 10 finishes in 1987, and 47th on the final LPGA money list.