Sweden’s Sara Ericsson Named 2025 GolfJoy Player of the Year on the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour
- Andrei Rosales
- 3 days ago
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Updated: 2 days ago
A runner-up finish in the season finale lifted Ericsson to the top of the standings, capping a standout season against a strong international field.
ORLANDO, Fla., April 1, 2026 — The NXXT Women’s Pro Tour is proud to recognize Sweden’s Sara Ericsson as the 2025 GolfJoy Player of the Year, following a season defined by consistency, composure, and elite performance.
Competing in a field of 127 players from 23 countries, Ericsson emerged from one of the most internationally diverse and competitive seasons in tour history to claim the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour’s highest individual honor.
A Season-Long Race Decided at the Finish
In professional golf, season-long success is earned through discipline, execution, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Ericsson’s 2025 campaign reflected exactly that.
She finished the season with 808 points, capturing the GolfJoy Player of the Year title in a tightly contested race ahead of Scotland’s Alison Muirhead (775 points) and the United States’ Gabby Barker (751.5 points).
The defining moment came at the season finale, where Ericsson’s runner-up finish proved decisive—lifting her to the top of the final standings and allowing her to overtake Muirhead to secure the title.
Top 5 – 2025 GolfJoy Player of the Year Standings
| (Sweden) | – 808.00 |
| (Scotland) | – 775.00 |
| (USA) | – 751.50 |
| (USA) | – 675.00 |
| (USA) | – 655.17 |
What set Ericsson apart was her ability to consistently position herself among the leaders and deliver results across the season. In a points race of this caliber, that level of reliability proved decisive.
A High-Performance Competitive Platform
The NXXT Women’s Pro Tour was created to provide more meaningful competitive opportunities for top professional golfers, particularly during the LPGA offseason, and that mission continued to strengthen throughout the 2025 season.
This year saw increased participation from LPGA and Epson Tour players, utilizing NXXT events to sharpen their games in a strong tournament environment. The result was a deeper, more competitive field across the schedule and a platform that continues to attract elite talent.
Within that context, Ericsson’s achievement carries even greater significance.
She did not simply rise to the top—she earned Player of the Year honors against a field that continues to grow in strength and depth.
A Global Stage for Women’s Golf
With players from 23 countries, the 2025 season reinforced NXXT Golf’s position as an emerging global platform for women’s professional golf.
Ericsson’s success as a Swedish player highlights the international nature of the tour—bringing together talent from across Europe, North America, Asia, and beyond. As the game continues to expand globally, NXXT Golf is proud to provide a competitive stage that reflects that evolution.
Recognizing Excellence with GolfJoy
The Player of the Year award is proudly supported by GolfJoy, whose commitment to performance and innovation aligns with the mission of NXXT Golf.
In recognition of her achievement, Ericsson will receive the GolfJoy Spica 3, adding a premium performance award to a season already defined by excellence.
Together, the Player of the Year title and GolfJoy partnership represent more than a season-long race—they reflect a standard of consistency, professionalism, and competitive achievement. Get your own GOLFJOY launch monitor and dial in your game like the pros.
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Player Perspective
Reflecting on her season, Ericsson said:
“This season meant a lot to me. The competition was strong every week, and I felt like I continued to build confidence with each event. NXXT gave me a great opportunity to compete and test my game, and I’m proud of how I performed throughout the year. Thank you to you Stuart, Brian and his the team for making it possible for us to play during the winter season. I truly appreciate all the work that you all put in!"
Looking Ahead
As NXXT Golf continues to expand its ecosystem, the organization remains focused on creating meaningful opportunities for female athletes at every stage of their journey.
That vision will take an important step forward with the launch of the NXXT Faldo Junior Tour, developed in partnership with Sir Nick Faldo, establishing a globally connected junior pathway.
In addition, NXXT Golf will launch the NXXT Battle Tour, North America’s first professional co-ed tour, further advancing its commitment to innovation and new competitive formats within the game.
Together with the continued growth of the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour, these initiatives reflect a broader mission: building a modern, global platform for the future of golf.
Sara Ericsson’s 2025 Player of the Year campaign stands as a powerful example of what that platform is designed to support—elite competition, international opportunity, and the continued rise of the game.
On behalf of everyone at NXXT Golf, we congratulate Sara Ericsson on an outstanding season and a well-deserved recognition as the 2025 GolfJoy Player of the Year.
Her performance this year was not only impressive—it was defining.
About NXXT Golf
NXXT Golf is a modern competitive platform dedicated to expanding opportunities for athletes across every stage of development.
Through the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour, the launch of the NXXT Faldo Junior Tour in partnership with Sir Nick Faldo, and the introduction of the NXXT Battle Tour, North America’s first professional co-ed tour, NXXT Golf is building a connected global pathway spanning junior, amateur, and professional competition.
Designed to provide meaningful tournament opportunities—particularly during the LPGA offseason—NXXT Golf continues to create a high-performance environment where players can compete, develop, and advance on an international stage.
Media Contact: Stuart McKinnon CEO, NXXT Golf stuart@nxxtgolf.com
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