Paula Creamer wont let her bum thumb get in the way of playing in the Women's Open

The defending champion of this week's Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic, Paula Creamer had to back out before Thursday's first round due to a bum thumb. Creamer's thumb became swollen after hitting golf balls and has received medical attention, two anti-inflammatory cortisone shots and is currently resting so she wouldn't risk any further injury. Paula is playing it smart and we can all expect to see her play next week in the U.S. Women’s Open at Saucon Valley in Bethlehem, Pa.

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