Professional golfer Paris Hilinski spoke at the red carpet of the 2025 ACE Awards, which were held at The Pierre Hotel in New York City.
Walt Whitman once said: “Keep your face always toward the sunshine – and shadows will fall behind you.” This quote applies to Paris Hilinski.
2025 ACE Awards
On being a part of the ACE Awards, Hilinski remarked, “I am really excited. I have never been to this before, so I am looking forward to seeing what it entails.”
The 2025 ACE Awards were presented in nine categories to designers, brands, retailers, and pioneers who have helped to enhance growth and awareness of the accessories industry.
Advice for young and aspiring golfers
For young and emerging golfers, Hilinski encouraged them to “not give up because it is a really frustrating sport.”
“Golf is also such a good sport because it is great for connecting with people, and once you get the hang with it, it is so much fun,” she said.
Hilinski on what she loves most about golf
Hilinski is drawn to golf due to the “mental aspect” of it. “Golf is so tough and even when it feels like the world is falling apart, you can make a birdie, and all of a sudden you love it again,” she said.
The digital age
On being a professional athlete in the digital age, Hilinski said, “It’s cool because we can influence so many more kids and it’s so much easier to connect with your audience, which makes it a lot more fun.”
Stage of her life
On the title of the current chapter of her life, Hilinski said, “Almost There.”
Success
Regarding her definition of the word success, she said, “Success means having fun, as well as enjoying what I’m doing, and accomplishing little goals.”
Message for her fans and supporters
For her fans and supporters, Hilinski expressed, “I love you guys, thank you for following along, and coming on this journey with me.”
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