Tandi Cuningham started to play golf at the age of 15 and was introduced to the game by her father, a good social golfer. In 2011, Tandi played in 22 tournaments and her best finish of the season was a tie for 22nd at the Hero Women's Indian Open at DLF Golf and Country Club.
She earned €16,684.50 over the season and finished 103rd on the Money List. On the return to Final Qualifying School, she earned the 20th card in category 8a.