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Balionis Urges Women: Ditch Heels for Safety at WM Phoenix Open

2/7/2025

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Amanda Balionis urged women heading to the WM Phoenix Open to ditch the heels for sturdy shoes, citing the tricky terrain at TPC Scottsdale. Reflecting on past mishaps, she shared a clip from Kira K. Dixon, humorously admitting that the advice felt like a "personal attack" but ultimately championing safety for all.

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Amanda Balionis urged women heading to the WM Phoenix Open to ditch the heels for sturdy shoes, citing the tricky terrain at TPC Scottsdale. Reflecting on past mishaps, she shared a clip from Kira K. Dixon, humorously admitting that the advice felt like a "personal attack" but ultimately championing safety for all.