Started  playing at the age of 7...Credits her parents as the individuals who  influenced her career the most...Hobbies include hunting, fishing and  boating...Served as assistant coach for the University of South Carolina  women's golf team from 1997-2002...Qualified for the LPGA Tour on her  fifth attempt

Currently, Clarissa is the Executive Director of the  Women's South Carolina Golf Association, Certified USGA Rules Official, and Member of Carolinas Golf Council