Federal Way High School senior Andrew Lettice made history last week, winning the North Puget Sound League (NPSL) championship in golf at Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton on October 12-13. Lettice’s victory is the first individual league title for Federal Way High since Phil Nuzzo achieved the feat in 1997.
Lettice finished the two-day tournament with a total score of 141, securing the top spot by a margin of seven strokes. His performance follows a season where he consistently demonstrated high-level play, concluding his regular season at -4-under par across 11 matches.
On the first day of the championship, Lettice shot a 67, a round highlighted by a memorable chip-in for Eagle on hole 6. He followed this with a 74 on the second day to solidify his win.
Federal Way golf head coach John Meagher lauded Lettice’s achievements, stating that he is "breaking all of our school records." Meagher noted Lettice's steady improvement over his four years, observing that the senior golfer has now reached "elite status" in his game. This momentum and quality of play were not as present in his previous season, despite having made the state tournament in his sophomore and junior years.
Coach Meagher also emphasized Lettice’s unique mental approach to the game. He described Lettice’s best quality as his "mental make up," highlighting his ability to not let a bad shot or a bad hole affect his subsequent play. This resilience, Meagher noted, is a difficult skill for any golfer to master.
Lettice’s dedication extends beyond the course during matches. He is a member and works at the Twin Lakes Country Club, with Meagher remarking that he seems to spend most of his time there, either working or playing. This strong work ethic, both on and off the course, has been instrumental in the development of his skills.
A former soccer player, Lettice shifted his primary focus to golf after a back injury sidelined him from his initial sport. This change has led him to become one of Federal Way High School’s most accomplished golfers.
Following his league championship, Lettice will advance to the West Central District tournament alongside his teammate, Quinnton Sing. His impressive senior season has also garnered attention from college programs, with Western Washington University in Bellingham among those expressing interest. Coach Meagher believes that Lettice possesses a "higher ceiling" than many other high school seniors who may have been playing golf since a much younger age, suggesting that his potential for further growth is substantial and limits burnout.
