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Camilo Villegas
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After a six-month battle with tumors on her brain and spine, Villegas' daughter, Mia, passed away on July 26, 2020. She was 22 months old. For weeks after her passing, players, staff and volunteers at events across all Tours wore rainbow ribbons in memory of Mia. Along with wife Maria, Villegas launched Mia's Miracles, an initiative under the Camilo Villegas Foundation, with the mission to provide help to children and families facing challenging circumstances.
Is passionate about bike riding and has what he calls "obsessive cycling disorder."
Has tattoos on his wrist with inspirational sayings. On the right, "attitude" and on the left, "positive energy."
Amateur Highlights
Four-time All-American at the University of Florida, including earning first-team honors in 2001, 2002 and 2004. Earned first-team All-SEC honors in 2001, 2002 and 2004. 2001 SEC Freshman of the Year. SEC Player of the Year in 2002 and 2004. NCAA Academic
Co-medalist with Kevin Stadler at the 2002 Western Amateur (stroke-play portion).
2003 Players Amateur Champion.
Was the 2001 Colombian Open champion and also won the 1999 Orange Bowl Junior.
Posted eight collegiate victories.
2003 Players Amateur Champion.


