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LPGA pros pumped up about ams playing Augusta

Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley announced on Tuesday the creation of the Augusta National Women's Amateur Championship, in 2019. While professionals won't get to compete, many on the LPGA were still stoked that their gender was finally getting an event at the esteemed course.

Is it just me or did the thought of getting their amateur status back cross any of my @lpga friend’s minds.... #Augusta #amateurgolf #championship https://t.co/RKlJfeHMw0

— Amy (Anderson) Olson (@AmyOlsonGolf) April 4, 2018

Should I reinstate my amateur status and try to play in three years?