Mexico
Mexico
Carlos Ortiz
Personal
Grew up in Guadalajara, Mexico, playing at Guadalajara Country Club, the same home course where LPGA great Lorena Ochoa grew up playing. Is 10 years younger than Ochoa but recalls the work and dedication she put in on the range every day.
Started to play golf with his father as a youth and picked golf over other sports because "it is the most challenging sport to play."
Says he would probably be a businessman if he were not playing golf.
Biggest thrill in golf is the adrenaline he gets in competition.
Big fan of Real Madrid.
Enjoys steak, sushi and Japanese food.
His favorite vacation spot would have beaches or skiing.
Dream foursome would include Tom Watson, Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus.
Amateur Highlights
Played his college golf at the University of North Texas.
Was a four-time Sun Belt All-Conference selection and was also named to the All-Academic Honor Roll three years in succession.
Was the Sun Belt Conference champion in 2011.
Also competed in the NCAA Championships in his career.


