Finding My Course: A Memoir of Pain to Purpose by Tracy Hanson

Overview

Finding My Course chronicles the life of Tracy Hanson, a world class LPGA golfer who faced deep personal harm and learned to redefine her worth beyond scores and titles. The memoir blends candid memories with reflective insight, inviting readers into a life where performance no longer concealed pain and where healing began through honest conversations and trusted support.

Set against the texture of competitive golf, from the hush of the locker room to the scent of fresh grass on the range, this story weaves athletic discipline with emotional work. It reveals how trauma surfaced in a high-stakes arena and how resilience emerged through friendship, therapy, and the unconditional love that can help a person discover true value.

What you will find inside

• Authentic accounts of navigating pressure, vulnerability, and the ache of hiding behind a fierce mask
• Paths to a sense of self worth that is not tied to results or rankings
• Insight into safe conversations with coaches, guardians, and peers about sport experiences

• Stories of healing through community, counsel, and candid dialogue
• Practical reflections for athletes who carry burdens from childhood into sport
• Hopeful perspectives on safety, support, and the role of faith in finding a path from pain to purpose

Who this is for

This memoir speaks to athletes who have faced trauma or pressure, to parents and guardians seeking open dialogue, and to coaches who want to foster safer environments in sport.

The Foreword by a veteran athlete chaplain adds context and a steady voice, highlighting heart, honesty, and hard earned wisdom.