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STIBF Presents: Soñar en Grande

STIBF Presents:
Soñar en Grande: Lorena Ochoa Book Talk



Lorena Ochoa

Main Library at 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 6:30PM


From becoming the world’s No. 1-ranked golfer to building a life beyond the course, Lorena Ochoa has a story worth telling. Spend a special evening with the Mexican golf legend as she shares stories from her journey, career, and the dreams that pushed her forward.

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An Evening with a Golf Legend

An Evening with a Golf Legend

Lorena Ochoa made history as the first Mexican golfer to reach No. 1 in the women’s world rankings. During this special STIBF Presents event, hear from Ochoa as she reflects on her life, the lessons she learned along the way, and the passions and dreams she pursued after her golf career.

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Admission to An Evening with Lorena Ochoa is free, but guests should reserve their seats in advance due to limited seating.

Book Signing

Meet & Greet

Guests will have an opportunity to meet Lorena Ochoa during this special evening at Main Library.

 

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Biography:

Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, in 1981, Lorena Ochoa is one of the greatest golfers of all time and one of Mexico’s most influential figures in sports and public life. She earned her LPGA Tour card at age 22 and rose to No. 1 in the world in 2007, holding the top ranking for 158 consecutive weeks. She won 27 LPGA Tour events, including two major championships: the 2007 Women’s British Open and the 2008 Kraft Nabisco Championship. She was named Rolex Player of the Year four times and won the Vare Trophy four times. In 2017, she became the first Mexican and the first Latin American woman inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. She was inducted into the LPGA Hall of Fame in 2022. Her achievements have also been recognized by the Women’s Sports Foundation, Time, and Forbes.

Ochoa’s commitment to education dates to 2004, when she established Fundación Lorena Ochoa to support the development of children and young people in Mexico. Since 2019, its partnership with Fundación Becar has benefited more than 15,000 children at 29 schools across 12 Mexican states. She serves as an ambassador for Te Protejo México and works with Crescendo con la Música, an initiative that brings music education to young people. Her philanthropic work also encompasses youth sports, particularly opportunities to pursue golf at the amateur and professional levels; organ donation awareness; climate action; support for older adults; and overall health and well-being.

In 2025, Ochoa published an updated edition of her autobiography. Her professional endeavors include golf course design and speaking engagements.
Featured Book: Soñar en Grande

Soñar en Grande by Lorena OchoaLorena Ochoa es, además de la más grande golfista que ha dado Mexico, una atleta capaz de competir al más alto nivel pero, ante todo un ser humano íntegro, que vive a cabalidad sus valores. Ésta es la historia de lo que sucede cuando se sueña en grande. Un libro que te inspirará y te mostrará cómo se pueden lograr los objetivos que marques en tu vida. "Cuando llegué al campo de golf por la mañana sentí esa buena vibra que siempre sentía cuando ganaba. Mi propósito era disfrutar todos los tiros buenos y no tan buenos, los hoyos, el cariño de mi gente, del público que tanto me apoyó a lo largo de mi carrera... Recuerdo cómo me presentaron: 'De Guadalajara, México, jugadora número uno del mundo: Lorena Ochoa'. Entonces levanté la cara, le di las gracias al público y, como acostumbraba, me persigné, coloqué mi bastón en posición y di mi primer tiro con lágrimas en los ojos. En ese momento sentí que mis piernas flaqueaban; busqué a mi caddie, le di mi driver y le dije llorando: 'Vamos a disfrutar este día'." Lorena Ochoa se encontraba en una inigualable situación cuando anunció su retiro de la Ladies Professional Golf Association. Vivía el sueño que imaginó desde pequeña: convertirse en la mejor golfista del mundo. Gracias a su entereza y tenacidad, logró una carrera exitosa que continúa hoy día y que ha completado a nivel personal con la familia propia que también siempre soñó. En este libro Lorena comparte por primera vez su experiencia, llena de satisfacciones y sacrificios, demostrando que el talento no es suficiente para alcanzar nuestras metas: se requieren disciplina, ética, apoyo de los seres queridos y mucho esfuerzo para afrontar los desafíos y triunfar. Un testimonio de lucha y éxito donde Lorena Ochoa, jugadora profesional de golf número uno del mundo, nos cuenta su vida, desde la infancia hasta alcanzar la cima del éxito.
 

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