December 11, 2012

Jessica Shepley hits a ball out of the bunker. (QMI Agency)

Former PGA of Canada women’s champion Jessica Shepley attended LPGA Tour qualifying school recently, but it was as a spectator, not a participant.

The low Canadian at the past two CN Canadian Women’s Opens says her competitive career is over at the age of 29 and the Oakville native leaves with no regrets, saying it’s time to start a new chapter in her life.

“I had a great time playing, had a wonderful experience, met a lot of great people, got to travel and learn a lot about myself. But I’ve come to a point where I realize there are some other things I want in life,” she said.