Junior Worlds
The Junior Worlds, one of the most prestigious touranments in the world, for young aspiring golfers who have the dreams and desires to make golf their future, begins today at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego, California.
The Callaway Golf Junior World Golf Championships is truly unique with a total field size exceeding 1000 golfers. Participants from 45 states and 53 countries will be represented over the next four days. Not only is the Junior Worlds important to all the junior golfers who participate but it's also a big week for college coaches, who use the Junior Worlds as a hunting ground for up-and-coming talent.
Junior Golfers from 5 years old to 18 will competing at courses across San Diego - Torrey Pines, Country Club of Rancho Bernardo, Welk Resort, Lomas Santa Fe, Riverwalk, Sycuan Resort and Colina Park.
Megan Mahoney, the Executive Director of the San Diego Junior Golf Association, said, “I expect about 120 coaches from 80 schools will be roaming the grounds at Torrey Pines Golf Course, the site of the 15-17 age divisions for boys and girls over the four days of competition”.
One of the draws for coaches is the large international contingent the Junior World always attracts. The boys will be playing four rounds on Torrey Pines South, a course that was tough enough to host a U.S. Open while the girls will be playing the Torrey Pines North.
Many Junior World champions have gone on to enjoy successful careers on the PGA and LPGA Tours, including Amy Alcott, Notah Begay, Brandie Burton, John Cook, Dorothy Delasin, Ernie Els, Phil Mickelson, Corey Pavin, Pat Perez, Joan Pitcock, Nick Price, Kim Shipman, Craig Stadler, David Toms and Tiger Woods.
With one of the largest contingents, Canada is set to make its mark over the competition days. Two years ago, Eugene Wong represented Canada well by winning the Junior Worlds. This was the first time a Canadian has won such a prestigious event.
This year, Canada will be well represented again with some outstanding junior golfers.
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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Upcoming on the CJGA tournament schedule!
First, the NIKE Golf Junior Series / Stephen Ames Cup / Optimist Qualifier will take place May 22nd and 23rd at Swaneset Golf Course and act as a triple qualifier - NIKE Golf Junior Championship, Optimist International and Stephen Ames Cup - for all juniors.
Each player will recieve a Dozen Nike One Golf Balls, a Nike Golf Hat and a chance to win great NIKE prizes. The Stephen Ames Cup, an international event taking place in Trinidad & Tobago in 2010, is a Ryder Cup format event that pits CJGA Team Canada versus Trinidad & Tobago Golf Association. Tournament host and PGA Tour professional Stephen Ames is onsite the entire week, spending time with the juniors both on and off the golf course. The event is fully supported and funded by the Stephen Ames Foundation. The NIKE Golf Junior Championship is an invite only event, bringing together all the division winners for the NIKE Golf Jr. Series events across Canada to compete for the NIKE Championship crown in their respective age divisions. Due to the Optimist International Qualifier the divisions for this event will be Girls plus 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 and 16-18 for the Boys.
Secondly, the TELUS World Jr. Skins will take place at Bear Mountain Golf Resort June 5-6, home of the 2010 TELUS World Skins Game. This event will be full of great opportunities for the juniors:Each player will recieve two tickets to the TELUS Skins Game, a Dozen NIKE One golf balls and a NIKE Golf Hat
Plus the chance to play the course the Pros will play two weeks later
And a chance to win a spot as a walking scorer for the TELUS World Skins Game
There will also be Draw prizes for all participants to win a spot as a walking scorer and Draw prizes from Samsung
View the attached poster for more details.
Make sure you don’t miss out on either of these great opportunities. Make sure you secure your spot and register today.
For more information, please contact the CJGA Head Office at 1-877-508-1069 or at info@cjga.com.
Each player will recieve a Dozen Nike One Golf Balls, a Nike Golf Hat and a chance to win great NIKE prizes. The Stephen Ames Cup, an international event taking place in Trinidad & Tobago in 2010, is a Ryder Cup format event that pits CJGA Team Canada versus Trinidad & Tobago Golf Association. Tournament host and PGA Tour professional Stephen Ames is onsite the entire week, spending time with the juniors both on and off the golf course. The event is fully supported and funded by the Stephen Ames Foundation. The NIKE Golf Junior Championship is an invite only event, bringing together all the division winners for the NIKE Golf Jr. Series events across Canada to compete for the NIKE Championship crown in their respective age divisions. Due to the Optimist International Qualifier the divisions for this event will be Girls plus 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 and 16-18 for the Boys.
Secondly, the TELUS World Jr. Skins will take place at Bear Mountain Golf Resort June 5-6, home of the 2010 TELUS World Skins Game. This event will be full of great opportunities for the juniors:Each player will recieve two tickets to the TELUS Skins Game, a Dozen NIKE One golf balls and a NIKE Golf Hat
Plus the chance to play the course the Pros will play two weeks later
And a chance to win a spot as a walking scorer for the TELUS World Skins Game
There will also be Draw prizes for all participants to win a spot as a walking scorer and Draw prizes from Samsung
View the attached poster for more details.
Make sure you don’t miss out on either of these great opportunities. Make sure you secure your spot and register today.
For more information, please contact the CJGA Head Office at 1-877-508-1069 or at info@cjga.com.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Vigna, Fahy, and Yoo Hold off the field to Capture PUMA Challenge
Vancouver, B.C. – Cold and wet conditions greeted the juniors at the first PUMA Challenge stop at University Golf Club this weekend, providing great excitement in all divisions. It took extra holes to determine the Boys 15-19 Division, as James Fahy, 17, of Vancouver got up and down for birdie on the second playoff hole, the par 5 fifth, to capture the his second PUMA Challenge title in as many years. “The course was soft with the conditions, but it was in great shape and the greens rolled well” said Fahy.
Fahy held of Cameron Davison, 15, of Duncan in the playoff, after Davison fired a final round 72 (E) to tie atop the leader board with Fahy at 147 (+3) for the tournament. After exchanging par’s on the first playoff hole, Fahy was able to tap in for his birdie and the victory on the second playoff hole. “My putting and chipping were the strengths in my game” Fahy said. “Now I need to work on my distance control”. Kevin Ko, 16, of Coquitlam vaulted up the leader board with a final round 70 (-2) to finish in third place in the older boys flight.
Kevin Vigna, 14, of Coquitlam playing in his first CJGA event captured his first Division title in the Boys 14 & Under flight with an impressive one over par (145) two-day total for a three stroke margin of victory. “I hit the ball well off the tee this weekend”, said Vigna following his round. “I need to continue to work on my putting, but an extremely happy that I was able to win the tournament” he added. Alex Francois, 10, of Burnaby had the round of the tournament closing out with a 69 (-3) on Sunday to jump into second place in the division, three strokes back at 148 (+4) for the tournament. First round co-leader Donald Qui of Surrey finished in third spot after a 77 (+5) in the final round to finish five shots off the pace.
The Girls Division had excitement and was not to be outdone, as Anica Yoo, 16, of Port Coquitlam who lost in a playoff in last year’s event fired a final round 70 (-2) to capture the divisional title by a single stroke. “I putted really well, but have some work to do on my pitch shots” said Yoo. Taking advantage of the par 5’s, Yoo eagled two of the four par fives on her way to victory. “The course played fair, although the weather did not help” she added. First round leader Jamie Oleksiew, 15, of Surrey managed to hold on to second place after a final round 73 (+1) for a two day 147 (+3) and finish one off the pace. Soobin Kim, 16, of Port Coquitlam shot a final round 72 (E) to finish third in the division, two shots off the pace at 148 (+4).
Click here for the full results!
Jun Kang, 14, of Port Moody scored his first hole in one during the first round of competition, on the 145 yard par 3 11th hole.
Tournament Notes
Weather:
First Round: Mostly cloudy, 14°C
Final Round: Rain showers and windy, 9°C
Lexus Skills Competition Winners
Closest to the Pin
Girls – Ally Shin
Boys 14 & Under – Jun Kang
Boys 15-19 – Myles DeBrincat
Long Drive
Girls – Soobin Kim
Boys 14 & Under – Chris Crisologo
Boys 15-19 – Sean Moen
The next PUMA Challenge will take place in Alberta on May 1-2 at River Spirit Golf Course. The next British Columbia event takes place April 17-18 at McCleery Golf Course with the Euro Junior Golf Cup/Lipton Brisk Canada Cup Team West Qualifier.
About PUMA
PUMA is one of the world's leading sport lifestyle companies that designs and develops footwear, apparel and accessories. It is committed to working in ways that contribute to the world by supporting Peace, Creativity, and SAFE Sustainability, and by staying true to the values of being Fair, Honest, Positive and Creative in decisions made and actions taken. PUMA starts in Sport and ends in Fashion. Its Sport Performance and Lifestyle labels include categories such as Soccer, Running, Motorsports, Golf and Sailing. The Black label features collaborations with renowned designers such as Alexander McQueen, Yasuhiro Mihara and Sergio Rossi. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Tretorn and Hussein Chalayan. The company, which was founded in 1948, distributes its products in more than 120 countries, employs more than 9,000 people worldwide and has headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany, Boston, London and Hong Kong.
For more information, please visit http://www.puma.com/ and golf.puma.com.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a ³registered Canadian amateur athletic association² (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada.. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
Fahy held of Cameron Davison, 15, of Duncan in the playoff, after Davison fired a final round 72 (E) to tie atop the leader board with Fahy at 147 (+3) for the tournament. After exchanging par’s on the first playoff hole, Fahy was able to tap in for his birdie and the victory on the second playoff hole. “My putting and chipping were the strengths in my game” Fahy said. “Now I need to work on my distance control”. Kevin Ko, 16, of Coquitlam vaulted up the leader board with a final round 70 (-2) to finish in third place in the older boys flight.
Kevin Vigna, 14, of Coquitlam playing in his first CJGA event captured his first Division title in the Boys 14 & Under flight with an impressive one over par (145) two-day total for a three stroke margin of victory. “I hit the ball well off the tee this weekend”, said Vigna following his round. “I need to continue to work on my putting, but an extremely happy that I was able to win the tournament” he added. Alex Francois, 10, of Burnaby had the round of the tournament closing out with a 69 (-3) on Sunday to jump into second place in the division, three strokes back at 148 (+4) for the tournament. First round co-leader Donald Qui of Surrey finished in third spot after a 77 (+5) in the final round to finish five shots off the pace.
The Girls Division had excitement and was not to be outdone, as Anica Yoo, 16, of Port Coquitlam who lost in a playoff in last year’s event fired a final round 70 (-2) to capture the divisional title by a single stroke. “I putted really well, but have some work to do on my pitch shots” said Yoo. Taking advantage of the par 5’s, Yoo eagled two of the four par fives on her way to victory. “The course played fair, although the weather did not help” she added. First round leader Jamie Oleksiew, 15, of Surrey managed to hold on to second place after a final round 73 (+1) for a two day 147 (+3) and finish one off the pace. Soobin Kim, 16, of Port Coquitlam shot a final round 72 (E) to finish third in the division, two shots off the pace at 148 (+4).
Click here for the full results!
Jun Kang, 14, of Port Moody scored his first hole in one during the first round of competition, on the 145 yard par 3 11th hole.
Tournament Notes
Weather:
First Round: Mostly cloudy, 14°C
Final Round: Rain showers and windy, 9°C
Lexus Skills Competition Winners
Closest to the Pin
Girls – Ally Shin
Boys 14 & Under – Jun Kang
Boys 15-19 – Myles DeBrincat
Long Drive
Girls – Soobin Kim
Boys 14 & Under – Chris Crisologo
Boys 15-19 – Sean Moen
The next PUMA Challenge will take place in Alberta on May 1-2 at River Spirit Golf Course. The next British Columbia event takes place April 17-18 at McCleery Golf Course with the Euro Junior Golf Cup/Lipton Brisk Canada Cup Team West Qualifier.
About PUMA
PUMA is one of the world's leading sport lifestyle companies that designs and develops footwear, apparel and accessories. It is committed to working in ways that contribute to the world by supporting Peace, Creativity, and SAFE Sustainability, and by staying true to the values of being Fair, Honest, Positive and Creative in decisions made and actions taken. PUMA starts in Sport and ends in Fashion. Its Sport Performance and Lifestyle labels include categories such as Soccer, Running, Motorsports, Golf and Sailing. The Black label features collaborations with renowned designers such as Alexander McQueen, Yasuhiro Mihara and Sergio Rossi. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Tretorn and Hussein Chalayan. The company, which was founded in 1948, distributes its products in more than 120 countries, employs more than 9,000 people worldwide and has headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany, Boston, London and Hong Kong.
For more information, please visit http://www.puma.com/ and golf.puma.com.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a ³registered Canadian amateur athletic association² (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada.. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Final Round Results from the CJGA B.C. Junior World's Qualifier
Final round results from the British Columbia Zone of the Canadian Junior Golf Association's Junior Worlds Golf Qualifier at Hazelmere G&CC http://ow.ly/1pcpV - some great scores & great playing by the kids in less then ideal weather on day 2!!!
Round 1 - CJGA Junior Worlds Qualifier, British Columbia
CJGA Junior Worlds Golf Qualifer round 2 gets underway Sunday March 21st at 11:00 am. View the round 1 results http://ow.ly/1oXZr
Friday, March 19, 2010
National Field Set to Compete in CJGA Junior Worlds Qualifier This Weekend
Markham, Ont. – The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) will continue its British Columbia tournament schedule this weekend, March 20-21 at Hazelmere Golf Course in South Surrey, British Columbia. A national field of juniors are preparing themselves to solidify a coveted spot to represent CJGA Team Canada at the Junior World Golf Championships at Torrey Pines Golf Club in San Diego, CA in July. Each division has a strong field, along with season opening division winners Leilanie Kim, 16, of Surrey and 11 year old Henry Lee of Coquitlam.
Jay Kim, runner-up at the first event of the season is back in the field and should be in contention to capture his first divisional title in the Boys 15-19 Division. Brian Jung, 15, of Coquitlam will look to return to the Junior Worlds as part of CJGA Team Canada and improve on his standing from last year after narrowly missing the cut. Tony Mak, member of CJGA Team Canada at the Tri Nations Cup in South Africa this past January will also be competing.
Henry Lee will have his hands full as he tries to make it two in row. On his heels will be a pair of Surrey locals and former CJGA Team Canada members who travelled to the Junior Worlds last year - Sy Lovan, 11, and Donald Qui, 13.
Expect a crowded leaderboard in the Girls Division this weekend as over 20 junior girls vie for spots on CJGA Team Canada. Jennifer Yang, 16, of Coquitlam and Stephanie Wong, 16, of Richmond, members of last year’s team in San Diego, will once again be competing along with Soobin Kim, runner up in last year’s BC Junior Girls Championship.
In 2007, CJGA member Eugene Wong, now a member of the University or Oregon golf team, became the first Canadian in history to win the Junior World Golf Championship, one of the largest and most prestigious junior golf tournaments in the world.
The tournament will get under way at 11:00AM each day. Spectators are encouraged to attend.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
Jay Kim, runner-up at the first event of the season is back in the field and should be in contention to capture his first divisional title in the Boys 15-19 Division. Brian Jung, 15, of Coquitlam will look to return to the Junior Worlds as part of CJGA Team Canada and improve on his standing from last year after narrowly missing the cut. Tony Mak, member of CJGA Team Canada at the Tri Nations Cup in South Africa this past January will also be competing.
Henry Lee will have his hands full as he tries to make it two in row. On his heels will be a pair of Surrey locals and former CJGA Team Canada members who travelled to the Junior Worlds last year - Sy Lovan, 11, and Donald Qui, 13.
Expect a crowded leaderboard in the Girls Division this weekend as over 20 junior girls vie for spots on CJGA Team Canada. Jennifer Yang, 16, of Coquitlam and Stephanie Wong, 16, of Richmond, members of last year’s team in San Diego, will once again be competing along with Soobin Kim, runner up in last year’s BC Junior Girls Championship.
In 2007, CJGA member Eugene Wong, now a member of the University or Oregon golf team, became the first Canadian in history to win the Junior World Golf Championship, one of the largest and most prestigious junior golf tournaments in the world.
The tournament will get under way at 11:00AM each day. Spectators are encouraged to attend.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
CJGA Partners with IJGT to Benefit Members
MARKHAM, ON - The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is pleased to announce a partnership with the International Junior Golf Tour (IJGT) that will provide playing privileges to each respective programs member’s, giving access to over 160 events across North America.
Full status members of the CJGA will receive a full 12 month membership with the IJGT at no charge, giving juniors the opportunity to participate in all open IJGT events south of the border during the tournament season. Along with the membership, all CJGA members that play in an event will receive the full membership benefits of an IJGT membership, including online player profile, GolfWorld subscription, hat, bag tag, golf towel and more.
Along with the member benefits, the CJGA will receive six male and six female exemptions into the IJGT Tour Championship which will be attached to various events across the country.
The CJGA and IJGT are no strangers to each other, forming a partnership 7 years ago to introduce the North America Cup, an event that pits 14 of each country’s best players in a Ryder Cup format alternating as host country annually. This year’s North America Cup will take place July 5-8, 2010 at May River Golf Club in Bluffton, South Carolina. The CJGA and IJGT also participate against each other in the annual Euro Junior Golf Cup hosted in St. Andrew’s, Scotland every year along with the Fife Golf Union, which is now entering its 6th year, and will take place July 28-30, 2010.
About the IJGT
The International Junior Golf Tour was founded in 1995 for junior golfers ages 10-19. Its purpose is to provide aspiring collegiate players the opportunity to compete in a series of events against the highest quality U.S. and international competition. Competing on the IJGT gives junior golfers the chance to prepare for a college golf schedule, balancing academic needs with weekend tournaments primarily during school months September - May.
The IJGT annual schedule features 65 open events and 6 invitational at some of the finest courses in the U. S. as well as tournaments in Mexico, Canada, and Scotland. These tournaments routinely attract some of the most talented golfers from around the world. Nearly 2000 junior golfers compete on the IJGT representing 43 states and 28 countries.
Junior members have the opportunity to participate in the national junior ranking systems sponsored by GolfWeek and Junior Golf Scoreboard. In addition, IJGT players can earn exemptions to some of the most prestigious amateur events in the United States including but not limited to: the Players Amateur, Rice Planters Amateur, Verizon Junior Heritage, Callaway Junior World, The Optimist and the American Junior Golf Association. The AJGA records information on all tour members who play in recognized IJGT tournaments and meet the required finish in the event. By competing in Performance Based Entry-recognized tournaments, players may increase their "status" with the AJGA. Players with a top finish at IJGT Tournament of Champions in Orlando, Florida and on secure a top rank on the IJGT order of Merit will earn AJGA Fully Exempt Status and qualify to play in the maximum of five AJGA Open tournaments. For more information on the IJGT please visit www.ijgt.com.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit www.cjga.com.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
Full status members of the CJGA will receive a full 12 month membership with the IJGT at no charge, giving juniors the opportunity to participate in all open IJGT events south of the border during the tournament season. Along with the membership, all CJGA members that play in an event will receive the full membership benefits of an IJGT membership, including online player profile, GolfWorld subscription, hat, bag tag, golf towel and more.
Along with the member benefits, the CJGA will receive six male and six female exemptions into the IJGT Tour Championship which will be attached to various events across the country.
The CJGA and IJGT are no strangers to each other, forming a partnership 7 years ago to introduce the North America Cup, an event that pits 14 of each country’s best players in a Ryder Cup format alternating as host country annually. This year’s North America Cup will take place July 5-8, 2010 at May River Golf Club in Bluffton, South Carolina. The CJGA and IJGT also participate against each other in the annual Euro Junior Golf Cup hosted in St. Andrew’s, Scotland every year along with the Fife Golf Union, which is now entering its 6th year, and will take place July 28-30, 2010.
About the IJGT
The International Junior Golf Tour was founded in 1995 for junior golfers ages 10-19. Its purpose is to provide aspiring collegiate players the opportunity to compete in a series of events against the highest quality U.S. and international competition. Competing on the IJGT gives junior golfers the chance to prepare for a college golf schedule, balancing academic needs with weekend tournaments primarily during school months September - May.
The IJGT annual schedule features 65 open events and 6 invitational at some of the finest courses in the U. S. as well as tournaments in Mexico, Canada, and Scotland. These tournaments routinely attract some of the most talented golfers from around the world. Nearly 2000 junior golfers compete on the IJGT representing 43 states and 28 countries.
Junior members have the opportunity to participate in the national junior ranking systems sponsored by GolfWeek and Junior Golf Scoreboard. In addition, IJGT players can earn exemptions to some of the most prestigious amateur events in the United States including but not limited to: the Players Amateur, Rice Planters Amateur, Verizon Junior Heritage, Callaway Junior World, The Optimist and the American Junior Golf Association. The AJGA records information on all tour members who play in recognized IJGT tournaments and meet the required finish in the event. By competing in Performance Based Entry-recognized tournaments, players may increase their "status" with the AJGA. Players with a top finish at IJGT Tournament of Champions in Orlando, Florida and on secure a top rank on the IJGT order of Merit will earn AJGA Fully Exempt Status and qualify to play in the maximum of five AJGA Open tournaments. For more information on the IJGT please visit www.ijgt.com.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit www.cjga.com.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Canadian Junior Golf Association Announcements
Attention Junior Golfers
The Canadian Junior Golf Association, as an Association Partner of the RCGA, has developed a program that will provide tremendous opportunites for junior golfers throughout Canada. Starting March 8th, the Canadian Junior Golf Association will be opening its 2010 Schedule in British Columbia with an array of Tournaments that allow you to challenge the best junior golfers in the province along with the chance of qualifying for International Events to represent the CJGA and Canada.
The North America Cup Qualifier is the CJGA’s first event on 2010 Schedule. It will take place in South Carolina this summer. Juniors will compete in a Ryder Cup format event where CJGA Team Canada will play IJGT Team USA. Juniors will have the opportunity to be a part of CJGA Team Canada through its qualifiers. A team of 14 juniors will make up the team that will begin with a two and a half day training camp prior to departing for the event.
The Nike Golf Junior Series on the schedule should be an event that no one should miss. It acts as a qualifier for both the Nike Golf Junior Championship where the winners of each qualifier in Canada are invited, therefore pitting the best Canada has to offer, and the Stephen Ames Cup where CJGA Team Canada competes against Trinidad & Tobago in a Ryder Cup format. Stephen Ames, CJGA National Spokesperson, contributes his time, and takes one week off the PGA Tour and mentors all the participants for the week. Stephen, through the Stephen Ames Foundation, financially supports this event. This year, the Stephen Ames Cup will be hosted in Trinidad and Tobago.
New for 2010 will be the Telus Junior Skins, June 5-6 at Bear Mountain Golf Resort, home of the 2010 Telus World Skins. This will be a qualifier for the Nike Series Championship and the Stephen Ames Cup with an added twist. Junior golfers who enter this event will each receive one ticket to the Telus World Skins that will be held June 20-21. As well the winners of each division will be given the opportunity to be the standard barriers for the Telus World Skins. Imagine being right there and walking down the fairways with some of the best players on the PGA Tour.
The Junior Worlds, played at the famous Torrey Pines Golf Course is one of the most prestigous tournaments in the world. It offers exposure to you as a junior golfer to College Coaches throughout the United States. Such PGA and LPGA Tour players such as Amy Alcott, Notah Begay III, Andrew Buckle, Ernie Els, Anthony Kim, Bill Mayfair, Phil Mickelson, Lorena Ochoa, Corey Pavin, Craig Stadler, and Tiger Woods to name of few who have played in this event. Junior golfers in British Columbia will have the opportunity to qualify for a spot in the Junior World Golf Championships held in San Diego, CA through CJGA qualifiers at Hazelmere Country Club and University Golf Club.
The Euro Junior Golf Cup is held in Scotland each year. It is a three nation Ryder Cup format pitting Canada, Scotland and the United States against each other. Juniors will have the opportunity to qualify for a spot on CJGA Team Canada that travels to Scotland to compete in this event through the Euro Jr. Golf Cup qualifiers. A team of 14 juniors will make up the team that competes against Fife Golf Union and IJGT Team USA. Juniors will attend a two and a half day training camp prior to departing for Scotland. Such PGA Tour Players as Hunter Mahan and Bubba Dickerson have played in this event.
The Lipton Brisk Canada Cup is an exciting event on the CJGA Schedule. It is a Ryder Cup format event that pits eight juniors from the East versus eight players from the West and allows junior golfers to claim bragging rights to who is more dominant in Canada, West or East. Junior Golfers will have the opportunity to qualify for a spot on Lipton Brisk Canada Cup Team East through this respective qualifiers. Ian Leggatt, Gail Graham, Stuart Anderson have acted as non-playing Team captains in the past.
The Optimist International Junior Championship is another one of largest and most prestigious international junior tournaments in the world. Juniors in the province of British Columbia will have the chance to qualify for a spot in the Optimist International Junior Golf Championship which takes place in July in Florida through its qualifier. This event is the only Optimist qualifier the CJGA conducts on the national schedule.
As you can see, the Canadian Junior Golf Association has wide array of events that Junior Golfers in British Columbia can participate in. Don’t miss your opportunities with the CJGA. Visit http://www.cjga.com and sign up NOW.
- Over 80 events in Canada for junior golfers aged 11-19 w Opportunities to represent the CJGA & Canada internationally
- Test your skills against the most talented junior golfers in Canada w No minimum skill level required, just a passion for the game
- Opportunities to obtain AJGA performance stars and exemptions w Earn RCGA Future Links Order of Merit Points
The Canadian Junior Golf Association, as an Association Partner of the RCGA, has developed a program that will provide tremendous opportunites for junior golfers throughout Canada. Starting March 8th, the Canadian Junior Golf Association will be opening its 2010 Schedule in British Columbia with an array of Tournaments that allow you to challenge the best junior golfers in the province along with the chance of qualifying for International Events to represent the CJGA and Canada.
The North America Cup Qualifier is the CJGA’s first event on 2010 Schedule. It will take place in South Carolina this summer. Juniors will compete in a Ryder Cup format event where CJGA Team Canada will play IJGT Team USA. Juniors will have the opportunity to be a part of CJGA Team Canada through its qualifiers. A team of 14 juniors will make up the team that will begin with a two and a half day training camp prior to departing for the event.
The Nike Golf Junior Series on the schedule should be an event that no one should miss. It acts as a qualifier for both the Nike Golf Junior Championship where the winners of each qualifier in Canada are invited, therefore pitting the best Canada has to offer, and the Stephen Ames Cup where CJGA Team Canada competes against Trinidad & Tobago in a Ryder Cup format. Stephen Ames, CJGA National Spokesperson, contributes his time, and takes one week off the PGA Tour and mentors all the participants for the week. Stephen, through the Stephen Ames Foundation, financially supports this event. This year, the Stephen Ames Cup will be hosted in Trinidad and Tobago.
New for 2010 will be the Telus Junior Skins, June 5-6 at Bear Mountain Golf Resort, home of the 2010 Telus World Skins. This will be a qualifier for the Nike Series Championship and the Stephen Ames Cup with an added twist. Junior golfers who enter this event will each receive one ticket to the Telus World Skins that will be held June 20-21. As well the winners of each division will be given the opportunity to be the standard barriers for the Telus World Skins. Imagine being right there and walking down the fairways with some of the best players on the PGA Tour.
The Junior Worlds, played at the famous Torrey Pines Golf Course is one of the most prestigous tournaments in the world. It offers exposure to you as a junior golfer to College Coaches throughout the United States. Such PGA and LPGA Tour players such as Amy Alcott, Notah Begay III, Andrew Buckle, Ernie Els, Anthony Kim, Bill Mayfair, Phil Mickelson, Lorena Ochoa, Corey Pavin, Craig Stadler, and Tiger Woods to name of few who have played in this event. Junior golfers in British Columbia will have the opportunity to qualify for a spot in the Junior World Golf Championships held in San Diego, CA through CJGA qualifiers at Hazelmere Country Club and University Golf Club.
The Euro Junior Golf Cup is held in Scotland each year. It is a three nation Ryder Cup format pitting Canada, Scotland and the United States against each other. Juniors will have the opportunity to qualify for a spot on CJGA Team Canada that travels to Scotland to compete in this event through the Euro Jr. Golf Cup qualifiers. A team of 14 juniors will make up the team that competes against Fife Golf Union and IJGT Team USA. Juniors will attend a two and a half day training camp prior to departing for Scotland. Such PGA Tour Players as Hunter Mahan and Bubba Dickerson have played in this event.
The Lipton Brisk Canada Cup is an exciting event on the CJGA Schedule. It is a Ryder Cup format event that pits eight juniors from the East versus eight players from the West and allows junior golfers to claim bragging rights to who is more dominant in Canada, West or East. Junior Golfers will have the opportunity to qualify for a spot on Lipton Brisk Canada Cup Team East through this respective qualifiers. Ian Leggatt, Gail Graham, Stuart Anderson have acted as non-playing Team captains in the past.
The Optimist International Junior Championship is another one of largest and most prestigious international junior tournaments in the world. Juniors in the province of British Columbia will have the chance to qualify for a spot in the Optimist International Junior Golf Championship which takes place in July in Florida through its qualifier. This event is the only Optimist qualifier the CJGA conducts on the national schedule.
As you can see, the Canadian Junior Golf Association has wide array of events that Junior Golfers in British Columbia can participate in. Don’t miss your opportunities with the CJGA. Visit http://www.cjga.com and sign up NOW.
- Over 80 events in Canada for junior golfers aged 11-19 w Opportunities to represent the CJGA & Canada internationally
- Test your skills against the most talented junior golfers in Canada w No minimum skill level required, just a passion for the game
- Opportunities to obtain AJGA performance stars and exemptions w Earn RCGA Future Links Order of Merit Points
Monday, February 8, 2010
CJGA BC First Tournament Coming Soon
The first event on the British Columbia CJGA 2010 Schedule is only 4 weeks away!
Sign up now for the North America Cup Qualifier at Northview Golf Course March 8th and 9th.
Don't miss the Junior Worlds Qualifier at Hazelmere Golf Course March 20th and 21st!
The PUMA Challenge will take place March 27th and 28th at University Golf Club and will also be the second of only two Junior Worlds Qualifiers.
Visit cjga.com and sign up today!
Sign up now for the North America Cup Qualifier at Northview Golf Course March 8th and 9th.
Don't miss the Junior Worlds Qualifier at Hazelmere Golf Course March 20th and 21st!
The PUMA Challenge will take place March 27th and 28th at University Golf Club and will also be the second of only two Junior Worlds Qualifiers.
Visit cjga.com and sign up today!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Canadian Junior Golf Association British Columbia Schedule Launched
The Canadian Junior Golf Association has updated and launched their 2010 tournament schedule for British Columbia. Click on this link to view the tournament schedule for Canada's leading junior development tour!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
CJGA World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek
Canadian Junior Golf Association 2009
WJC - CJGA World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek
Dec 28 - Dec 30 at Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Reunion, FL) & Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Reunion, FL)
Par and Total Yardage By Competition
Boys 14 & Under - Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Par: 72 Distance: 6002 Rating: 69.2 Slope: 128)
Boys 14 & Under - Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Par: 72 Distance: 6241 Rating: 70.6 Slope: 124)
Boys 15-19 - Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Par: 72 Distance: 6765 Rating: 73.4 Slope: 137)
Boys 15-19 - Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Par: 72 Distance: 6922 Rating: 74.7 Slope: 140)
Girls 11-19 - Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Par: 72 Distance: 5529 Rating: 67.0 Slope: 116)
Girls 11-19 - Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Par: 72 Distance: 5809 Rating: 74.2 Slope: 126)
Recap - Round 2
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Tight Finish Ahead for CJGA World Junior Challenge
Reunion, FL (December 29, 2009) – The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) hosted the second round of the World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek today. The first round took place on the Independence Course at Reunion Resort, while the second round witnessed action head to the Legacy Course. Heading into today there was a five-stroke gap between first and second place in both the Boys 15-19 Division and the Boys 14 & Under Division, but as play drew to a close all divisions where separated by a maximum of two strokes.
Making the biggest move today was Blake Soni (Bradenton, FL), who shot 68 (-4) to earn the lead in the Boys 15-19 Division with a two-day total of 143 (-1). “The difference today was that I was able to make putts, which really brought my game around,” explained Soni, “I was also able to give myself a lot of birdie opportunities.” Curtis Griffiths (England) remains in second place with a two-day total of 145 (+1). There is a two-way tie for third place between Davis Schaller (Celebration, FL) and Harrison Winger (Orlando, FL).
Alexandra Milan (Lutz, FL) shot 73 (+1) to jump ahead of first round leaders Brogan McKinnon (Mississauga, Ont.) and Isabell Gabsa (Germany). “I really started to gain momentum on the tenth hole when I made a solid approach shot to five-feet,” stated Milan, “I continued to make putts and that made a big difference.” McKinnon is one stroke back of Milan, while Gabsa is in third place three shots off the pace.
Matt LeMay (Waterloo, Ont.) remains in first place of the Boys 14 & Under Division with a score of 148 (+4). Andy Zhang (Reunion, FL) shot 70 (-2) to move from fourth to second, only one shot back of LeMay. Timothy Colanta (Monroe Township, NJ) is in third place, but still within striking distance at 151 (+7)
The final round of the CJGA World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek occurs tomorrow morning, with tee-times beginning at 7:40 a.m.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
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WJC - CJGA World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek
Dec 28 - Dec 30 at Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Reunion, FL) & Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Reunion, FL)
Par and Total Yardage By Competition
Boys 14 & Under - Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Par: 72 Distance: 6002 Rating: 69.2 Slope: 128)
Boys 14 & Under - Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Par: 72 Distance: 6241 Rating: 70.6 Slope: 124)
Boys 15-19 - Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Par: 72 Distance: 6765 Rating: 73.4 Slope: 137)
Boys 15-19 - Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Par: 72 Distance: 6922 Rating: 74.7 Slope: 140)
Girls 11-19 - Reunion Resort - Legacy (Palmer) (Par: 72 Distance: 5529 Rating: 67.0 Slope: 116)
Girls 11-19 - Reunion Resort - Independence (Watson) (Par: 72 Distance: 5809 Rating: 74.2 Slope: 126)
Recap - Round 2
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Tight Finish Ahead for CJGA World Junior Challenge
Reunion, FL (December 29, 2009) – The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) hosted the second round of the World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek today. The first round took place on the Independence Course at Reunion Resort, while the second round witnessed action head to the Legacy Course. Heading into today there was a five-stroke gap between first and second place in both the Boys 15-19 Division and the Boys 14 & Under Division, but as play drew to a close all divisions where separated by a maximum of two strokes.
Making the biggest move today was Blake Soni (Bradenton, FL), who shot 68 (-4) to earn the lead in the Boys 15-19 Division with a two-day total of 143 (-1). “The difference today was that I was able to make putts, which really brought my game around,” explained Soni, “I was also able to give myself a lot of birdie opportunities.” Curtis Griffiths (England) remains in second place with a two-day total of 145 (+1). There is a two-way tie for third place between Davis Schaller (Celebration, FL) and Harrison Winger (Orlando, FL).
Alexandra Milan (Lutz, FL) shot 73 (+1) to jump ahead of first round leaders Brogan McKinnon (Mississauga, Ont.) and Isabell Gabsa (Germany). “I really started to gain momentum on the tenth hole when I made a solid approach shot to five-feet,” stated Milan, “I continued to make putts and that made a big difference.” McKinnon is one stroke back of Milan, while Gabsa is in third place three shots off the pace.
Matt LeMay (Waterloo, Ont.) remains in first place of the Boys 14 & Under Division with a score of 148 (+4). Andy Zhang (Reunion, FL) shot 70 (-2) to move from fourth to second, only one shot back of LeMay. Timothy Colanta (Monroe Township, NJ) is in third place, but still within striking distance at 151 (+7)
The final round of the CJGA World Junior Challenge presented by GolfWeek occurs tomorrow morning, with tee-times beginning at 7:40 a.m.
About the CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/.
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
CJGA Announces 2010 National Schedule
MARKHAM, ON - The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is pleased to announce the release of the 2010 National tournament schedule. Once again, the CJGA will provide unmatched junior opportunities for junior golfers aged 5-19 right across Canada with over 80 events on the schedule. The Junior Tour (boys and girls aged 11-19) will have over 60 events across Canada to participate in while the Junior Linkster Tour (boys and girls aged 5-13) will have 20 events across the country.
There will be a number of fantastic events CJGA members can participate in throughout the season, including the NIKE Golf Junior Series, PUMA Challenge, Humber College Invitational, PING CJGA Canadian Junior Match Play Championship, Mizuno CJGA National Golf Championship, NIKE Golf Junior Championship and the Lipton Brisk Canada Cup.
In 2010, juniors will have the chance to play a golf course that the pro’s play! The CJGA will be heading to Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria, British Columbia, home of the 2010 Telus World Skins, just two weeks before the Skins event.
CJGA members will also be eligible for unmatched international competition in 2010 including the Stephen Ames Cup (Trinidad & Tobago), Euro Junior Golf Cup (Scotland), Junior World Golf Championships (United States), Tri Nations cup (South Africa), and the Canadian International Junior Challenge (Canada) just to name a few.
“We continue to move forward with the support of our members and sponsors,” said Earl Fritz, Executive Director of the CJGA. “Junior golfers in this country will have no shortage of options for tournament competition this summer and we’re excited about the prospects of another successful season both within Canada and on the international stage.”
All CJGA events will continue to be ranked on Junior Golf Scoreboard in 2010. As well, there will be RCGA Future Links Order of Merit points available, Golfweek ranked events, along with AJGA exemptions and performance stars available at certain events. Check back on the CJGA website in the New Year for further details.
Registration will open up online for the events starting January 1, 2010. With the majority of the events filling up on a first come, first serve basis we encourage juniors to register early to avoid missing out on an event.
ABOUT THE CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
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There will be a number of fantastic events CJGA members can participate in throughout the season, including the NIKE Golf Junior Series, PUMA Challenge, Humber College Invitational, PING CJGA Canadian Junior Match Play Championship, Mizuno CJGA National Golf Championship, NIKE Golf Junior Championship and the Lipton Brisk Canada Cup.
In 2010, juniors will have the chance to play a golf course that the pro’s play! The CJGA will be heading to Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria, British Columbia, home of the 2010 Telus World Skins, just two weeks before the Skins event.
CJGA members will also be eligible for unmatched international competition in 2010 including the Stephen Ames Cup (Trinidad & Tobago), Euro Junior Golf Cup (Scotland), Junior World Golf Championships (United States), Tri Nations cup (South Africa), and the Canadian International Junior Challenge (Canada) just to name a few.
“We continue to move forward with the support of our members and sponsors,” said Earl Fritz, Executive Director of the CJGA. “Junior golfers in this country will have no shortage of options for tournament competition this summer and we’re excited about the prospects of another successful season both within Canada and on the international stage.”
All CJGA events will continue to be ranked on Junior Golf Scoreboard in 2010. As well, there will be RCGA Future Links Order of Merit points available, Golfweek ranked events, along with AJGA exemptions and performance stars available at certain events. Check back on the CJGA website in the New Year for further details.
Registration will open up online for the events starting January 1, 2010. With the majority of the events filling up on a first come, first serve basis we encourage juniors to register early to avoid missing out on an event.
ABOUT THE CJGA
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is dedicated to providing Canada's junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf. Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit http://www.cjga.com/
The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Founding Partner, LEXUS.
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Monday, August 31, 2009
Junior Golfers Shine at Inaugural CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge National Finals
CN Future Links programming to be featured at 2009 CN Canadian Women’s Open
Calgary (RCGA) — CN, the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) and the Canadian Professional Golfers Association (CPGA) welcomed 22 qualifiers from across Canada to the inaugural national finals for the 2009 CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge held Saturday, August 29, 2009 at the RCGA Golf Centre at Four Season in Calgary.
The event featured the top-four boys and girls qualifiers within each age group (11 and under, 12-14 and 15-18) who achieved the highest skills challenge scores from events held at 180 golf facilities across Canada during the 2009 golf season.
Each participant tested their skills in three skills competitions including: putting, chipping, and driving with one overall winner per age group and gender.
Taking home top spot in their respective divisions was Manitoba’s Sam Diamond (Boys 11 and under), Patrick Murphy of Alberta (Boys 12 to 14), Jerome Thorne of British Columbia (Boys 15-18), Isabella Portokalis of Ontario (Girls 11 and under), Molly MacDermid of New Brunswick (Girls 12-14) and Cassandra Louie of British Columbia (Girls 15-18).
“The national finals were a perfect way to top off what was an excellent first season of these CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge events,” said Jeff Thompson, RCGA’s Chief Sport Development Officer. “The RCGA Golf Centre at Four Seasons is a great facility, the weather was ideal, and spectators were treated to some great golf by a talented group of junior golfers.”
The CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge is part of the national grassroots junior golf initiative, CN Future Links, which gives children ages 6-18 the chance to enjoy and learn the game of golf via affordable and accessible programs that align with and support the principles of golf’s long-term player development guide as set by Sport Canada. More than 748,000 junior golfers have successfully participated in Future Links programming since its inception in 1996.
The CN Future Link Junior Skills Challenge National Finals helped to kick-off tournament week at the 2009 CN Canadian Women’s Open which will be held August 31-September 6 at Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club in Calgary. Canada’s lone LPGA Tour stop will feature additional CN Future Links programming, including the CN Future Links Walk with a Pro held on Wednesday, September 2.
The following are final results for the 2009 CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge Finals.
Boys 11 and under:
Sam Diamond - Manitoba - 250
Brendan Brown Alberta - 187
Trenton Louie – BC- 162
Landon Stellingwerf – Alberta - 122
Boys 12 to 14:
Patrick Murphy – Alberta - 190
Adam Struch – BC - 162
Phil Patterson – New Brunswick - 118
Logan Van Damme – BC - 99
Boys 15-18:
Jerome Thorne - BC- 187
Kurtis Stewart – BC - 173
Brayden Hori – BC - 116
Johnny Tsafala - Alberta 65
Girls 11 and under:
Isabella Portokalis - ON - 192
Brynn Todd - MB - 99
Jamie Wainman – ON - 95
MacKenzie Morrow – ON - 40
Girls 12-14:
Molly MacDermid – New Brunswick - 162
Rachelle Nielson – BC - 141
Danielle Forhan – ON - 75
Carlee Calver – New Brunswick - 31
Girls 15-18:
Cassandra Louie – BC - 110
Chelsea Crawford – ON - 32
CN FUTURE LINKS
CN Future Links is Canada’s national junior golf program conducted by the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA), the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association (CPGA) and Canada’s provincial golf associations. The program is designed to forge a link between Canada’s youth and golf to ensure the future of the game in Canada.
Additionally the CN Future Links Championships provide Canada’s best junior golfers a chance to hone their competitive skills in multiple day championships. Almost 5,000 top juniors have competed in these premier championships since their inception in 2000. For more information about CN Future Links, please visit www.future-links.org.
NORTH AMERICA’S RAILROAD
CN – Canadian National Railway Company – spans Canada and mid-America, from the Atlantic and Pacific oceans to the Gulf of Mexico, serving the ports of Vancouver, Prince Rupert, B.C., Montreal, Halifax, New Orleans, and Mobile, Ala., and the key cities of Toronto, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, Duluth, Minn./Superior, Wis., Green Bay, Wis., Minneapolis/St. Paul, Memphis, St. Louis, and Jackson, Miss., with connections to all points in North America. For further information please visit www.cn.ca.
ABOUT THE CANADIAN PROFESSIONAL GOLFER’S ASSOCIATION
Established in 1911, the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association is a non-profit association comprised of approximately 3,500 golf professionals across the country with a mandate to promote and advance the game of golf, serving the needs of both its membership and the golf public through professional and junior golf development programs and high-calibre competitive events. The National Office is located in Acton, Ontario with nine Zone Offices across the country. For more information, visit http://www.cpga.com.
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing 377,000 members at 1,600 clubs across the country. Recognized by Sport Canada as the National Sports Organization (NSO) for golf in this country, the RCGA’s mission is to grow participation in and passion for the sport while upholding the integrity and traditions of the game. The RCGA conducts programs and services to help shape the future of golf in Canada. High performance athlete development, CN Future Links, Canada’s national junior golf program, turfgrass and environmental research, the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum, Rules of Golf and amateur status, handicapping and course rating are only some of the initiatives the association leads for golf in Canada. In addition, the RCGA conducts Canada’s most prestigious golf championships. The RBC Canadian Open and CN Canadian Women’s Open attract the best professional golfers in the world, while regional junior and national amateur championships showcase the best in Canadian golf.
For further information on what the RCGA is doing to support golf in your community please visit http://www.rcga.org/.
Calgary (RCGA) — CN, the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) and the Canadian Professional Golfers Association (CPGA) welcomed 22 qualifiers from across Canada to the inaugural national finals for the 2009 CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge held Saturday, August 29, 2009 at the RCGA Golf Centre at Four Season in Calgary.
The event featured the top-four boys and girls qualifiers within each age group (11 and under, 12-14 and 15-18) who achieved the highest skills challenge scores from events held at 180 golf facilities across Canada during the 2009 golf season.
Each participant tested their skills in three skills competitions including: putting, chipping, and driving with one overall winner per age group and gender.
Taking home top spot in their respective divisions was Manitoba’s Sam Diamond (Boys 11 and under), Patrick Murphy of Alberta (Boys 12 to 14), Jerome Thorne of British Columbia (Boys 15-18), Isabella Portokalis of Ontario (Girls 11 and under), Molly MacDermid of New Brunswick (Girls 12-14) and Cassandra Louie of British Columbia (Girls 15-18).
“The national finals were a perfect way to top off what was an excellent first season of these CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge events,” said Jeff Thompson, RCGA’s Chief Sport Development Officer. “The RCGA Golf Centre at Four Seasons is a great facility, the weather was ideal, and spectators were treated to some great golf by a talented group of junior golfers.”
The CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge is part of the national grassroots junior golf initiative, CN Future Links, which gives children ages 6-18 the chance to enjoy and learn the game of golf via affordable and accessible programs that align with and support the principles of golf’s long-term player development guide as set by Sport Canada. More than 748,000 junior golfers have successfully participated in Future Links programming since its inception in 1996.
The CN Future Link Junior Skills Challenge National Finals helped to kick-off tournament week at the 2009 CN Canadian Women’s Open which will be held August 31-September 6 at Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club in Calgary. Canada’s lone LPGA Tour stop will feature additional CN Future Links programming, including the CN Future Links Walk with a Pro held on Wednesday, September 2.
The following are final results for the 2009 CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge Finals.
Boys 11 and under:
Sam Diamond - Manitoba - 250
Brendan Brown Alberta - 187
Trenton Louie – BC- 162
Landon Stellingwerf – Alberta - 122
Boys 12 to 14:
Patrick Murphy – Alberta - 190
Adam Struch – BC - 162
Phil Patterson – New Brunswick - 118
Logan Van Damme – BC - 99
Boys 15-18:
Jerome Thorne - BC- 187
Kurtis Stewart – BC - 173
Brayden Hori – BC - 116
Johnny Tsafala - Alberta 65
Girls 11 and under:
Isabella Portokalis - ON - 192
Brynn Todd - MB - 99
Jamie Wainman – ON - 95
MacKenzie Morrow – ON - 40
Girls 12-14:
Molly MacDermid – New Brunswick - 162
Rachelle Nielson – BC - 141
Danielle Forhan – ON - 75
Carlee Calver – New Brunswick - 31
Girls 15-18:
Cassandra Louie – BC - 110
Chelsea Crawford – ON - 32
CN FUTURE LINKS
CN Future Links is Canada’s national junior golf program conducted by the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA), the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association (CPGA) and Canada’s provincial golf associations. The program is designed to forge a link between Canada’s youth and golf to ensure the future of the game in Canada.
Additionally the CN Future Links Championships provide Canada’s best junior golfers a chance to hone their competitive skills in multiple day championships. Almost 5,000 top juniors have competed in these premier championships since their inception in 2000. For more information about CN Future Links, please visit www.future-links.org.
NORTH AMERICA’S RAILROAD
CN – Canadian National Railway Company – spans Canada and mid-America, from the Atlantic and Pacific oceans to the Gulf of Mexico, serving the ports of Vancouver, Prince Rupert, B.C., Montreal, Halifax, New Orleans, and Mobile, Ala., and the key cities of Toronto, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, Duluth, Minn./Superior, Wis., Green Bay, Wis., Minneapolis/St. Paul, Memphis, St. Louis, and Jackson, Miss., with connections to all points in North America. For further information please visit www.cn.ca.
ABOUT THE CANADIAN PROFESSIONAL GOLFER’S ASSOCIATION
Established in 1911, the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association is a non-profit association comprised of approximately 3,500 golf professionals across the country with a mandate to promote and advance the game of golf, serving the needs of both its membership and the golf public through professional and junior golf development programs and high-calibre competitive events. The National Office is located in Acton, Ontario with nine Zone Offices across the country. For more information, visit http://www.cpga.com.
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing 377,000 members at 1,600 clubs across the country. Recognized by Sport Canada as the National Sports Organization (NSO) for golf in this country, the RCGA’s mission is to grow participation in and passion for the sport while upholding the integrity and traditions of the game. The RCGA conducts programs and services to help shape the future of golf in Canada. High performance athlete development, CN Future Links, Canada’s national junior golf program, turfgrass and environmental research, the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum, Rules of Golf and amateur status, handicapping and course rating are only some of the initiatives the association leads for golf in Canada. In addition, the RCGA conducts Canada’s most prestigious golf championships. The RBC Canadian Open and CN Canadian Women’s Open attract the best professional golfers in the world, while regional junior and national amateur championships showcase the best in Canadian golf.
For further information on what the RCGA is doing to support golf in your community please visit http://www.rcga.org/.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Mitch Sutton Successfully Defends Canadian Junior Boys Title
Toronto’s Brandon Ng claims Canadian Juvenile title
Kitchener, Ont. (RCGA) – It was a battle to the finish, but when the divots settled at the 2009 Canadian Junior Boys Championship at Westmount Golf and Country Club, Mitch Sutton of London, Ont. was once again crowned champion.
Sutton fired a final round 1-under par 72 to finish at 6-under par and edge out third round leader Justin Shin of Maple Ridge, B.C.
Shin and Sutton both held the lead numerous times during the final round, but a double bogey five on No. 17 for Shin all but sealed the deal for Sutton.
“Tough break for Justin on No. 17,” said Sutton, shortly after coming out of the scoring tent. “He had a plugged lie in the bunker and ended up double bogeying. It was tough to watch, but it worked out well for me. I’m speechless right now. These past few weeks have been a blur.”
The win marks Sutton’s second in as many years at the Canadian Juniors. Sutton also claimed the Golf Association of Ontario’s (GAO’s) Investors Group Junior Boys' Match Play Championship on July 24th.
Last year at the Canadian Junior Boy’s Championship, Sutton outlasted Calgary’s Jack Wesche, who lost his drive on the final hole of the event before eventually double bogeying, and handing the lead over to Sutton.
This win was almost a mirror image of 2008’s final round, with Sutton finding himself in a sprint to the finish line with one of his playing partners. Like last year, Sutton managed to prevail.
“Last year’s win definitely helped prepare me for today’s finish,” added Sutton. “I had some nerves coming in on the back and my hands started to get a little shaky on a few putts. I thought back to last year, and how that panned out for me, which helped to calm me down.”
With the win, Sutton becomes the seventh competitor since the championship’s origin in 1938 to successfully defend his Canadian Junior Boys Championship title. Sutton, 17, is eligible for next year’s championship where he can look to become only the second to three-peat, with Winnipeg’s Rob McMillan (1992-1994) being the lone champion to accomplish the feat.
Despite the late blunder, Shin managed to finish T2nd with Dundas, Ont’s Mackenzie Hughes. Both tallied matching 5-under par 287’s.
Sutton and Shin will have little time to reflect on today’s events, as both head to the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship which takes place August 9-13 at Club de golf Le Blainvillier in Blainville, Que.
In the 16-years of age and younger Juvenile Division, Toronto’s Brandon Ng (16) sailed to victory with his 4-under par 288 finish, which was also good enough for a T4th in the junior boy’s competition.
“Today’s win feels great, especially because it’s my last year in the age category,” said Ng. “I’m looking forward to next year, where hopefully I will play just as well or better.”
The following are the final scores for the Canadian Junior Boys Championship for Thursday, August 6, 2009 at Westmount Golf and Country Club.
1. Mitch Sutton, London, ON, *73-67-74-72-286 -6
2. Mackenzie Hughes, Dundas, ON, *71-69-78-69-287 -5
2. Justin Shin, Maple Ridge, BC, *69-71-73-74-287 -5
4. Brandon Ng, Toronto, ON, *69-73-76-70-288 -4
4. Riley Wheeldon, Courtenay, BC, *72-71-71-74-288 -4
6. Sam Holland, New Minas, NS, *71-75-73-70-289 -3
7. Patrick Williams, Toronto, ON, *72-75-74-69-290 -2
8. Luke Ovenden, Georgetown, ON, *79-71-69-74-293 +1
9. Brent McKenzie, Cambridge, ON, *75-72-74-73-294 +2
9. Jesse Gibson, Saskatoon, SK, *78-72-71-73-294 +2
11. Corey Conners, Listowel, ON, *75-73-76-71-295 +3
11. Brian Churchill-Smith, Oakville, ON, *75-74-75-71-295 +3
11. Samuel Rochette, Pont-Rouge, QC, *76-77-71-71-295 +3
11. Albin Choi, Toronto, ON, *69-75-77-74-295 +3
11. Daniel Kim, Toronto, ON, *79-72-70-74-295 +3
16. Adam Svensson, Surrey, BC, *72-79-73-72-296 +4
17. Scott Malo, Calgary, AB, *76-76-76-69-297 +5
17. Richard Jung, Toronto, ON, *75-72-79-71-297 +5
17. Charlie Hughes, Maple Ridge, BC, *76-77-73-71-297 +5
20. Alexis Gemme Piacente, Montréal, QC, *73-76-77-73-299 +7
20. Taylor Pendrith, Richmond Hill, ON, *74-75-75-75-299 +7
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing 377,000 members at 1,600 clubs across the country. Recognized by Sport Canada as the National Sports Organization (NSO) for golf in this country, the RCGA’s mission is to grow participation in and passion for the sport while upholding the integrity and traditions of the game. The RCGA conducts programs and services to help shape the future of golf in Canada. High performance athlete development, CN Future Links, Canada’s national junior golf program, turfgrass and environmental research, the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum, Rules of Golf and amateur status, handicapping and course rating are only some of the initiatives the association leads for golf in Canada. In addition, the RCGA conducts Canada’s most prestigious golf championships. The RBC Canadian Open and CN Canadian Women’s Open attract the best professional golfers in the world, while regional junior and national amateur championships showcase the best in Canadian golf.
For further information on what the RCGA is doing to support golf in your community please visit www.rcga.org.
Kitchener, Ont. (RCGA) – It was a battle to the finish, but when the divots settled at the 2009 Canadian Junior Boys Championship at Westmount Golf and Country Club, Mitch Sutton of London, Ont. was once again crowned champion.
Sutton fired a final round 1-under par 72 to finish at 6-under par and edge out third round leader Justin Shin of Maple Ridge, B.C.
Shin and Sutton both held the lead numerous times during the final round, but a double bogey five on No. 17 for Shin all but sealed the deal for Sutton.
“Tough break for Justin on No. 17,” said Sutton, shortly after coming out of the scoring tent. “He had a plugged lie in the bunker and ended up double bogeying. It was tough to watch, but it worked out well for me. I’m speechless right now. These past few weeks have been a blur.”
The win marks Sutton’s second in as many years at the Canadian Juniors. Sutton also claimed the Golf Association of Ontario’s (GAO’s) Investors Group Junior Boys' Match Play Championship on July 24th.
Last year at the Canadian Junior Boy’s Championship, Sutton outlasted Calgary’s Jack Wesche, who lost his drive on the final hole of the event before eventually double bogeying, and handing the lead over to Sutton.
This win was almost a mirror image of 2008’s final round, with Sutton finding himself in a sprint to the finish line with one of his playing partners. Like last year, Sutton managed to prevail.
“Last year’s win definitely helped prepare me for today’s finish,” added Sutton. “I had some nerves coming in on the back and my hands started to get a little shaky on a few putts. I thought back to last year, and how that panned out for me, which helped to calm me down.”
With the win, Sutton becomes the seventh competitor since the championship’s origin in 1938 to successfully defend his Canadian Junior Boys Championship title. Sutton, 17, is eligible for next year’s championship where he can look to become only the second to three-peat, with Winnipeg’s Rob McMillan (1992-1994) being the lone champion to accomplish the feat.
Despite the late blunder, Shin managed to finish T2nd with Dundas, Ont’s Mackenzie Hughes. Both tallied matching 5-under par 287’s.
Sutton and Shin will have little time to reflect on today’s events, as both head to the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship which takes place August 9-13 at Club de golf Le Blainvillier in Blainville, Que.
In the 16-years of age and younger Juvenile Division, Toronto’s Brandon Ng (16) sailed to victory with his 4-under par 288 finish, which was also good enough for a T4th in the junior boy’s competition.
“Today’s win feels great, especially because it’s my last year in the age category,” said Ng. “I’m looking forward to next year, where hopefully I will play just as well or better.”
The following are the final scores for the Canadian Junior Boys Championship for Thursday, August 6, 2009 at Westmount Golf and Country Club.
1. Mitch Sutton, London, ON, *73-67-74-72-286 -6
2. Mackenzie Hughes, Dundas, ON, *71-69-78-69-287 -5
2. Justin Shin, Maple Ridge, BC, *69-71-73-74-287 -5
4. Brandon Ng, Toronto, ON, *69-73-76-70-288 -4
4. Riley Wheeldon, Courtenay, BC, *72-71-71-74-288 -4
6. Sam Holland, New Minas, NS, *71-75-73-70-289 -3
7. Patrick Williams, Toronto, ON, *72-75-74-69-290 -2
8. Luke Ovenden, Georgetown, ON, *79-71-69-74-293 +1
9. Brent McKenzie, Cambridge, ON, *75-72-74-73-294 +2
9. Jesse Gibson, Saskatoon, SK, *78-72-71-73-294 +2
11. Corey Conners, Listowel, ON, *75-73-76-71-295 +3
11. Brian Churchill-Smith, Oakville, ON, *75-74-75-71-295 +3
11. Samuel Rochette, Pont-Rouge, QC, *76-77-71-71-295 +3
11. Albin Choi, Toronto, ON, *69-75-77-74-295 +3
11. Daniel Kim, Toronto, ON, *79-72-70-74-295 +3
16. Adam Svensson, Surrey, BC, *72-79-73-72-296 +4
17. Scott Malo, Calgary, AB, *76-76-76-69-297 +5
17. Richard Jung, Toronto, ON, *75-72-79-71-297 +5
17. Charlie Hughes, Maple Ridge, BC, *76-77-73-71-297 +5
20. Alexis Gemme Piacente, Montréal, QC, *73-76-77-73-299 +7
20. Taylor Pendrith, Richmond Hill, ON, *74-75-75-75-299 +7
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing 377,000 members at 1,600 clubs across the country. Recognized by Sport Canada as the National Sports Organization (NSO) for golf in this country, the RCGA’s mission is to grow participation in and passion for the sport while upholding the integrity and traditions of the game. The RCGA conducts programs and services to help shape the future of golf in Canada. High performance athlete development, CN Future Links, Canada’s national junior golf program, turfgrass and environmental research, the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum, Rules of Golf and amateur status, handicapping and course rating are only some of the initiatives the association leads for golf in Canada. In addition, the RCGA conducts Canada’s most prestigious golf championships. The RBC Canadian Open and CN Canadian Women’s Open attract the best professional golfers in the world, while regional junior and national amateur championships showcase the best in Canadian golf.
For further information on what the RCGA is doing to support golf in your community please visit www.rcga.org.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
British Columbia Claims Inter-Provincial Team Title At Royale Cup Canadian Junior Girls Championship
Hampton, N.B. (RCGA) – Team British Columbia captured their 3rd consecutive and 11th Inter-Provincial Team Championship Wednesday at the Royale Cup Canadian Junior Girls Championship held at Hampton Golf Club in Hampton, N.B.
The defending champions continued their domination of the junior provincial competition, besting second place team Ontario by two-strokes with a two-day total team score of 458. Team Québec settled for third place honours with their final score of 463.
In the individual competition, Team Canada’s Anne-Catherine Tanguay of Québec took over top spot after shooting a blazing 5-under par 68, breaking the female competitive course record set by Taylor Schmidt yesterday. Tanguay was the picture of consistency in her second round, carding six birdies, 11 pars and one bogey for a two-day total of 72-68—140 (-6).
“I feel great, really excited,” said a smiling Tanguay. “I am happy with how I played today, and I’m especially happy with all those birdies! I want to keep playing well, because winning this tournament would mean so much to me.”
Tanguay lost last year’s Royale Cup Canadian Junior Championship to SooBin Kim of Coquitlam, B.C., after a sudden-death playoff in Winnipeg.
Four players hold their share of second place with two-day scores of 147 (+1). Among them are the remaining Team Canada members, Sue Kim of Langley, B.C., Jennifer Kirby of Paris, Ont., and Rebecca Lee-Bentham of Richmond Hill. Christine Wong of Richmond, B.C., shares second place with the national team members.
Wong entered round two in ninth place, but an eagle on the par-five fifth hole vaulted her to the top of the leaderboard. On the back nine, Wong kept the momentum going with back-to-back birdies on the 13th and 14th holes.
Kirby shot 1-under par yesterday, but three bogeys and a double bogey six proved costly for the newly crowned Royale Cup Canadian Women’s Amateur Champion.
Jennifer Yang of Coquitlam, B.C., leads the juvenile division with her score of 153 (+7), two-strokes ahead of Viviana Vazquez Vera of Santiago, Mexico, who sits at 155 (+9). Josée Doyon, of St-Georges-de-Beauce, Que., is in third at 156 (+10).
Play continues tomorrow with the third round teeing off at 7:30 a.m. Following today’s round the field was cut to the low 70 players plus ties. The final round is scheduled for Friday.
Live scoring from the 2009 Royale Cup Canadian Junior Girls Championship is available online. Players’ scores will be posted hole-by-hole and available at www.rcga.org/Championships.
The following are second round results from the 2009 Royale Cup Canadian Junior Girls Championship:
Individual Stroke Play Results:
1. Anne-Catherine Tanguay, Québec, QC, 72-68-140 -6
2. Sue Kim, Langley, BC, 74-73-147 +1
2. Jennifer Kirby, Paris, ON, 72-75-147 +1
2. Rebecca Lee-Bentham, North York, ON, 75-72-147 +1
2. Christine Wong, Richmond, BC, 76-71-147 +1
6. Kelly Amundrud, Calgary, AB, 77-75-152 +6
6. Taylor Schmidt, Kincardine, ON, 71-81-152 +6
8. Jennifer Yang, Coquitlam, BC, 74-79-153 +7
8. Jacqueline Yanch, Barrie, ON, 76-77-153 +7
10. Viviana Vazquez Vera, Santiago, Mexico, 74-81-155 +9
10. Brittany Marchand, Orangeville, ON, 75-80-155 +9
12. Natalie Gleadall, Stratford, ON, 78-78-156 +10
12. Josée Doyon, St-Georges-de-Beauce, QC, 79-77-156 +10
12. Elyse Archambault, St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC, 76-80-156 +10
15. Delaney Howson, Newmarket, ON, 78-79-157 +11
15. Michelle Lee, Mississauga, ON, 78-79-157 +11
15. Jessica Wallace, Langley, BC, 77-80-157 +11
15. Lauren Taylor, Nelson, BC, 82-75-157 +11
Inter-Provincial Team Competition:
1.British Columbia: 458 (+20)
A Ram Choi, Surrey, BC
SooBin Kim, Coquitlam, BC
Sue Kim, Langley, BC
Jisoo Keel, Coquitlam, BC
2.Ontario : 460 (+22)
Jennifer Kirby, Paris, ON
Natalie Gleadall, Stratford, ON
Delaney Howson, Newmarket, ON
Robyn Doig, Seaforth, ON
3.Québec : 463 (+25)
Anne-Catherine Tanguay, Québec, QC
Katherine Gravel-Coursol, Mirabel, QC
Josee Doyon, St.Georges-de-Beauce, QC
Brittany Henderson, Smith Falls, ON
4.Alberta: 489 (+51)
Kelly Amundrud, Calgary, AB
Jennifer Ha, Calgary, AB
Christie Lin, Calgary, AB
Kylie Barros, Edmonton, AB
T5.Manitoba: 507 (+69)
Lindsay Stewart, Selkirk, MB
Jessie Choi, Winnipeg, MB
Jenna Roadley, Winnipeg, MB
Bri-Ann Tokariwski, Winnipeg, MB
T5.Saskatchewan: 507 (+69)
Thea Hedemann, Saskatoon, SK
Anna Young, Saskatoon, SK
Kaitlyn Jahnke, Herbert, SK
Danielle Pinder, Saskatoon, SK
7.Nova Scotia : 524 (+86)
Irene Jung, Bedford, NS
Brynn Tomie, Bedford, NS
Courtney Balcome, Lawrencetown, NS
Christina Merner, Sydney, NS
8.Prince Edward Island: 532 (+94)
Michaela Misener, Stanhope, PE
Erin Brown, Charlottetown, PE
Katie White, Summerside, PE
Molly Molyneaux, Charlottetown, PE
9.New Brunswick: 550 (+112)
Jennifer Whelan, Rothesay, NB
Brittany MacKenzie, Irishtown, NB
Morgan Matchett, Miramichi, NB
Marie-France Finn, Memramcook, NB
10.Newfoundland: 594 (+156)
Erin Lundrigan, Burin, NL
Catherine Kenway, Winterland, NL
Taylor Marsh, Gander, NL
Kathy-Lee Doyle, Goulds, NL
Juvenile Girls Results:
1. Jennifer Yang, Coquitlam, BC, 74-79-153 +7
2. Viviana Vazquez Vera, Santiago, Mexico, 74-81-155 +9
3. Josée Doyon, St-Georges-de-Beauce, QC, 79-77-156 +10
4. SooBin Kim, Coquitlam, BC, 83-75-158 +12
5. Jisoo Keel, Coquitlam, BC, 77-82-159 +13
5. Vivian Tsui, Markham, ON, 78-81-159 +13
7. Elizabeth Tong, Thornhill, ON, 83-77-160 +14
8. Stephanie Wong, Richmond, BC, 77-84-161 +15
9. Augusta James, Bath, ON, 83-79-162 +16
10. Valentina Trillo, Port Moody, BC, 81-82-163 +17
10. Porsche Campbell, Vancouver, BC, 77-86-163 +17
10. Leilanie Kim, Surrey, BC, 79-84-163 +17
ABOUT IRVING TISSUE AND THE ROYALE BRAND
Irving Tissue, the makers of Royale, is proud to be the official title sponsor of all three of the Canadian Women’s amateur competitions; Royale National Junior Girl’s Championship, Royale Cup National Women’s Amateur Championship and the Royale National Women’s Senior Championship.
Irving Tissue is a family run, privately owned company which began in 1998 and since then has grown to become one of North America’s leading tissue manufactures. The Royale brand is owned and proudly manufactured by Irving Tissue. Royale has been trusted by generations of Canadian families and traces its roots back to 1932. The product line-up includes kitten soft bathroom tissue, facial tissue, napkins and paper towels. For more information on Royale products, visit www.royale.ca
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing 377,000 members at 1650 clubs across the country. Some of the RCGA’s core services include the Rules of Golf, handicapping and course rating, support of turfgrass and environmental research, the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum and CN Future Links, Canada’s national junior golf program. In addition, the RCGA conducts Canada’s most prestigious golf championships. The Canadian Open and CN Canadian Women’s Open attract the best professional golfers in the world, while six regional junior championships, 10 national amateur championships and the CN Canadian Women’s Tour showcase the best of Canadian golf. For more information please visit www.rcga.org.
The defending champions continued their domination of the junior provincial competition, besting second place team Ontario by two-strokes with a two-day total team score of 458. Team Québec settled for third place honours with their final score of 463.
In the individual competition, Team Canada’s Anne-Catherine Tanguay of Québec took over top spot after shooting a blazing 5-under par 68, breaking the female competitive course record set by Taylor Schmidt yesterday. Tanguay was the picture of consistency in her second round, carding six birdies, 11 pars and one bogey for a two-day total of 72-68—140 (-6).
“I feel great, really excited,” said a smiling Tanguay. “I am happy with how I played today, and I’m especially happy with all those birdies! I want to keep playing well, because winning this tournament would mean so much to me.”
Tanguay lost last year’s Royale Cup Canadian Junior Championship to SooBin Kim of Coquitlam, B.C., after a sudden-death playoff in Winnipeg.
Four players hold their share of second place with two-day scores of 147 (+1). Among them are the remaining Team Canada members, Sue Kim of Langley, B.C., Jennifer Kirby of Paris, Ont., and Rebecca Lee-Bentham of Richmond Hill. Christine Wong of Richmond, B.C., shares second place with the national team members.
Wong entered round two in ninth place, but an eagle on the par-five fifth hole vaulted her to the top of the leaderboard. On the back nine, Wong kept the momentum going with back-to-back birdies on the 13th and 14th holes.
Kirby shot 1-under par yesterday, but three bogeys and a double bogey six proved costly for the newly crowned Royale Cup Canadian Women’s Amateur Champion.
Jennifer Yang of Coquitlam, B.C., leads the juvenile division with her score of 153 (+7), two-strokes ahead of Viviana Vazquez Vera of Santiago, Mexico, who sits at 155 (+9). Josée Doyon, of St-Georges-de-Beauce, Que., is in third at 156 (+10).
Play continues tomorrow with the third round teeing off at 7:30 a.m. Following today’s round the field was cut to the low 70 players plus ties. The final round is scheduled for Friday.
Live scoring from the 2009 Royale Cup Canadian Junior Girls Championship is available online. Players’ scores will be posted hole-by-hole and available at www.rcga.org/Championships.
The following are second round results from the 2009 Royale Cup Canadian Junior Girls Championship:
Individual Stroke Play Results:
1. Anne-Catherine Tanguay, Québec, QC, 72-68-140 -6
2. Sue Kim, Langley, BC, 74-73-147 +1
2. Jennifer Kirby, Paris, ON, 72-75-147 +1
2. Rebecca Lee-Bentham, North York, ON, 75-72-147 +1
2. Christine Wong, Richmond, BC, 76-71-147 +1
6. Kelly Amundrud, Calgary, AB, 77-75-152 +6
6. Taylor Schmidt, Kincardine, ON, 71-81-152 +6
8. Jennifer Yang, Coquitlam, BC, 74-79-153 +7
8. Jacqueline Yanch, Barrie, ON, 76-77-153 +7
10. Viviana Vazquez Vera, Santiago, Mexico, 74-81-155 +9
10. Brittany Marchand, Orangeville, ON, 75-80-155 +9
12. Natalie Gleadall, Stratford, ON, 78-78-156 +10
12. Josée Doyon, St-Georges-de-Beauce, QC, 79-77-156 +10
12. Elyse Archambault, St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC, 76-80-156 +10
15. Delaney Howson, Newmarket, ON, 78-79-157 +11
15. Michelle Lee, Mississauga, ON, 78-79-157 +11
15. Jessica Wallace, Langley, BC, 77-80-157 +11
15. Lauren Taylor, Nelson, BC, 82-75-157 +11
Inter-Provincial Team Competition:
1.British Columbia: 458 (+20)
A Ram Choi, Surrey, BC
SooBin Kim, Coquitlam, BC
Sue Kim, Langley, BC
Jisoo Keel, Coquitlam, BC
2.Ontario : 460 (+22)
Jennifer Kirby, Paris, ON
Natalie Gleadall, Stratford, ON
Delaney Howson, Newmarket, ON
Robyn Doig, Seaforth, ON
3.Québec : 463 (+25)
Anne-Catherine Tanguay, Québec, QC
Katherine Gravel-Coursol, Mirabel, QC
Josee Doyon, St.Georges-de-Beauce, QC
Brittany Henderson, Smith Falls, ON
4.Alberta: 489 (+51)
Kelly Amundrud, Calgary, AB
Jennifer Ha, Calgary, AB
Christie Lin, Calgary, AB
Kylie Barros, Edmonton, AB
T5.Manitoba: 507 (+69)
Lindsay Stewart, Selkirk, MB
Jessie Choi, Winnipeg, MB
Jenna Roadley, Winnipeg, MB
Bri-Ann Tokariwski, Winnipeg, MB
T5.Saskatchewan: 507 (+69)
Thea Hedemann, Saskatoon, SK
Anna Young, Saskatoon, SK
Kaitlyn Jahnke, Herbert, SK
Danielle Pinder, Saskatoon, SK
7.Nova Scotia : 524 (+86)
Irene Jung, Bedford, NS
Brynn Tomie, Bedford, NS
Courtney Balcome, Lawrencetown, NS
Christina Merner, Sydney, NS
8.Prince Edward Island: 532 (+94)
Michaela Misener, Stanhope, PE
Erin Brown, Charlottetown, PE
Katie White, Summerside, PE
Molly Molyneaux, Charlottetown, PE
9.New Brunswick: 550 (+112)
Jennifer Whelan, Rothesay, NB
Brittany MacKenzie, Irishtown, NB
Morgan Matchett, Miramichi, NB
Marie-France Finn, Memramcook, NB
10.Newfoundland: 594 (+156)
Erin Lundrigan, Burin, NL
Catherine Kenway, Winterland, NL
Taylor Marsh, Gander, NL
Kathy-Lee Doyle, Goulds, NL
Juvenile Girls Results:
1. Jennifer Yang, Coquitlam, BC, 74-79-153 +7
2. Viviana Vazquez Vera, Santiago, Mexico, 74-81-155 +9
3. Josée Doyon, St-Georges-de-Beauce, QC, 79-77-156 +10
4. SooBin Kim, Coquitlam, BC, 83-75-158 +12
5. Jisoo Keel, Coquitlam, BC, 77-82-159 +13
5. Vivian Tsui, Markham, ON, 78-81-159 +13
7. Elizabeth Tong, Thornhill, ON, 83-77-160 +14
8. Stephanie Wong, Richmond, BC, 77-84-161 +15
9. Augusta James, Bath, ON, 83-79-162 +16
10. Valentina Trillo, Port Moody, BC, 81-82-163 +17
10. Porsche Campbell, Vancouver, BC, 77-86-163 +17
10. Leilanie Kim, Surrey, BC, 79-84-163 +17
ABOUT IRVING TISSUE AND THE ROYALE BRAND
Irving Tissue, the makers of Royale, is proud to be the official title sponsor of all three of the Canadian Women’s amateur competitions; Royale National Junior Girl’s Championship, Royale Cup National Women’s Amateur Championship and the Royale National Women’s Senior Championship.
Irving Tissue is a family run, privately owned company which began in 1998 and since then has grown to become one of North America’s leading tissue manufactures. The Royale brand is owned and proudly manufactured by Irving Tissue. Royale has been trusted by generations of Canadian families and traces its roots back to 1932. The product line-up includes kitten soft bathroom tissue, facial tissue, napkins and paper towels. For more information on Royale products, visit www.royale.ca
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing 377,000 members at 1650 clubs across the country. Some of the RCGA’s core services include the Rules of Golf, handicapping and course rating, support of turfgrass and environmental research, the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum and CN Future Links, Canada’s national junior golf program. In addition, the RCGA conducts Canada’s most prestigious golf championships. The Canadian Open and CN Canadian Women’s Open attract the best professional golfers in the world, while six regional junior championships, 10 national amateur championships and the CN Canadian Women’s Tour showcase the best of Canadian golf. For more information please visit www.rcga.org.
Friday, July 31, 2009
CJGA Team Canada Named Euro Junior Golf Cup Champions
Fife, Scotland – Today was the final round of the Euro Junior Golf Cup taking place in St. Andrews, Scotland. The Canadian Junior Golf Association’s (CJGA) Team Canada had managed to earn a 5.5 point lead over International Junior Golf Tour’s (IJGT) Team USA and the Fife Golfing Association’s (FGA) Team Scotland. The tournament has been played on three different courses: Charleton Golf Club, Grail Golf Club, and the grand finale at Ladybank Golf Club where the juniors faced a steady rain and 17˚C temperatures. After 54 holes of play CJGA Team Canada was named the 2009 Euro Junior Golf Cup Champions.
“The team remained focus and disciplined today,” commented John Lawrence non-playing team captain of CJGA Team Canada. “They worked hard all week long to get here, they deserved to win!” Joey Kremer (Toronto, Ont.) had an outstanding performance today earning 2 points against stiff competition. Alex Dumais (Caledon East, Ont.) found himself 4 holes down to the American and 3 holes down to the Scotsman after 11 holes of play, yet Dumais managed to dig deep and win both of his matches.
CJGA Team Canada entered the day with a 5.5 point lead and instead of being pushed back onto their heels; they put the pressure onto their opponents winning 17 points in the third round. The tournament came to an end with CJGA Team Canada having 51 points, FGA Scotland finished with 40.5 points, and IJGT Team USA earned 34.5 points.
Click here to see the results of the matches!
“The team remained focus and disciplined today,” commented John Lawrence non-playing team captain of CJGA Team Canada. “They worked hard all week long to get here, they deserved to win!” Joey Kremer (Toronto, Ont.) had an outstanding performance today earning 2 points against stiff competition. Alex Dumais (Caledon East, Ont.) found himself 4 holes down to the American and 3 holes down to the Scotsman after 11 holes of play, yet Dumais managed to dig deep and win both of his matches.
CJGA Team Canada entered the day with a 5.5 point lead and instead of being pushed back onto their heels; they put the pressure onto their opponents winning 17 points in the third round. The tournament came to an end with CJGA Team Canada having 51 points, FGA Scotland finished with 40.5 points, and IJGT Team USA earned 34.5 points.
Click here to see the results of the matches!
Sunday, July 26, 2009
B.C. looks to take top honours at 2009 Girls Junior America's Cup
LOGAN, UTAH - Earning a spot in this week’s Girls Junior America's Cup is a huge honour – and B.C.’s four-girl team is a force to be reckoned with.
Last year’s event held at Willow Park Country Club in Calgary, Alberta saw Team B.C. finish in second and team member, Christine Wong finish as low medalist – best finish ever for a Canadian team.
The annual event, in which 18 teams from multiple western states, Canada and Mexico form four-person squads to compete in a 54-hole team tournament, will be held at Logan Golf and Country Club, July 28-30. It is only the second time in the 32-year history of the event that the tournament will be held in Utah.
Last year’s low medalist, Christine Wong of Richmond, B.C. and Port Coquitlam’s Soo Bin Kim, the 2008 Canadian Junior and Juvenile Girls’ champion join Jennifer Yang of Coquitlam, B.C. and Lauren Taylor of Nelson, B.C. form a solid provincial team prepared to take on top juniors from Utah, Mexico, Alberta, Colorado, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Wyoming and California.
“I’ve really been looking forward to this” says Wong. “We have another great team this year and I want to bring home the gold.”
Wong recently returned from San Diego after playing in the Callaway Junior World Championships at Torrey Pines Golf Course and finished tied for fourth. Kim finished runner-up in the B.C. Women’s Amateur and the B.C. Junior Girls’ earlier this month.
The Girls' Junior America's Cup is a showcase team event in the western portion of the country for girls, ages 17 and under. The tournament features seventeen association teams from eleven western states, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico. Representing each association are four junior girls. Team members exemplify not only outstanding skill, but also true sportsmanship, discipline, courtesy and character.
The tournament passes to a different host association each year. Hosting this year’s girls' competition is the Utah Golf Association, July 28 -30 at Logan Golf and Country Club in Logan, Utah.
Lorena Ochoa, the LPGA’s top-rated player, is a three-time champion of this event. Other former competitors in the Girls Junior America’s Cup include six-time LPGA winner and Solheim Cup competitor Pat Hurst and LPGA star and fellow Solheim Cup competitor Natalie Gulbis.
The last time the Girls Junior America’s Cup was played in Utah was in 1991 at Ogden Golf and Country Club.
Last year’s event held at Willow Park Country Club in Calgary, Alberta saw Team B.C. finish in second and team member, Christine Wong finish as low medalist – best finish ever for a Canadian team.
The annual event, in which 18 teams from multiple western states, Canada and Mexico form four-person squads to compete in a 54-hole team tournament, will be held at Logan Golf and Country Club, July 28-30. It is only the second time in the 32-year history of the event that the tournament will be held in Utah.
Last year’s low medalist, Christine Wong of Richmond, B.C. and Port Coquitlam’s Soo Bin Kim, the 2008 Canadian Junior and Juvenile Girls’ champion join Jennifer Yang of Coquitlam, B.C. and Lauren Taylor of Nelson, B.C. form a solid provincial team prepared to take on top juniors from Utah, Mexico, Alberta, Colorado, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Wyoming and California.
“I’ve really been looking forward to this” says Wong. “We have another great team this year and I want to bring home the gold.”
Wong recently returned from San Diego after playing in the Callaway Junior World Championships at Torrey Pines Golf Course and finished tied for fourth. Kim finished runner-up in the B.C. Women’s Amateur and the B.C. Junior Girls’ earlier this month.
The Girls' Junior America's Cup is a showcase team event in the western portion of the country for girls, ages 17 and under. The tournament features seventeen association teams from eleven western states, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico. Representing each association are four junior girls. Team members exemplify not only outstanding skill, but also true sportsmanship, discipline, courtesy and character.
The tournament passes to a different host association each year. Hosting this year’s girls' competition is the Utah Golf Association, July 28 -30 at Logan Golf and Country Club in Logan, Utah.
Lorena Ochoa, the LPGA’s top-rated player, is a three-time champion of this event. Other former competitors in the Girls Junior America’s Cup include six-time LPGA winner and Solheim Cup competitor Pat Hurst and LPGA star and fellow Solheim Cup competitor Natalie Gulbis.
The last time the Girls Junior America’s Cup was played in Utah was in 1991 at Ogden Golf and Country Club.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Government of Canada Supports the Development of Canadian Golf
OAKVILLE, Ont. – On behalf of the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport), Terence Young, Member of Parliament (Oakville), today announced funding for the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) which will be used in part to develop young golfers.
“Our Government is proud to support the Royal Canadian Golf Association and its efforts to build the sport of golf in this country,” said Minister of State Lunn. “This funding will provide our young and emerging athletes and coaches with the resources they need to hone their skills and prepare them to be their very best. There is no doubt that today’s duffers are tomorrow’s champions.”
“I am pleased that our Government is providing this funding to the Royal Canadian Golf Association,” said Mr. Young. “The RCGA does excellent work in promoting the growth of this popular sport in Canada and is committed to promoting golf to Canadians of all ages and levels.”
The RCGA is the national sport organization for golf in Canada. Its mandate is to enhance participation, excellence, capacity, and interaction in golf. With the assistance of Sport Canada and sport specialists, the Association has developed a Long Term Player Development (LTPD) framework. The LTPD framework will help guide the RCGA when developing programs, from introducing the game all the way to preparing Canada’s best athletes to compete on the international stage.
“The RCGA appreciates the Government of Canada support as we work to improve all aspects of the game for participants of all ages,” said Scott Simmons, RCGA Executive Director and CEO. “This funding will help us introduce more people to the game of golf in Canada as well as bolster our efforts in developing young athletes across the country as part of our investment into competitive excellence.”
The Government of Canada believes that sport strengthens individuals by helping them develop teamwork, discipline and commitment. Sport participation also fosters a strong sense of community by bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds.
The Department of Canadian Heritage is providing funding of $715,000 to the Royal Canadian Golf Association through its Sport Support Program which is aimed at developing athletes and coaches.
“Our Government is proud to support the Royal Canadian Golf Association and its efforts to build the sport of golf in this country,” said Minister of State Lunn. “This funding will provide our young and emerging athletes and coaches with the resources they need to hone their skills and prepare them to be their very best. There is no doubt that today’s duffers are tomorrow’s champions.”
“I am pleased that our Government is providing this funding to the Royal Canadian Golf Association,” said Mr. Young. “The RCGA does excellent work in promoting the growth of this popular sport in Canada and is committed to promoting golf to Canadians of all ages and levels.”
The RCGA is the national sport organization for golf in Canada. Its mandate is to enhance participation, excellence, capacity, and interaction in golf. With the assistance of Sport Canada and sport specialists, the Association has developed a Long Term Player Development (LTPD) framework. The LTPD framework will help guide the RCGA when developing programs, from introducing the game all the way to preparing Canada’s best athletes to compete on the international stage.
“The RCGA appreciates the Government of Canada support as we work to improve all aspects of the game for participants of all ages,” said Scott Simmons, RCGA Executive Director and CEO. “This funding will help us introduce more people to the game of golf in Canada as well as bolster our efforts in developing young athletes across the country as part of our investment into competitive excellence.”
The Government of Canada believes that sport strengthens individuals by helping them develop teamwork, discipline and commitment. Sport participation also fosters a strong sense of community by bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds.
The Department of Canadian Heritage is providing funding of $715,000 to the Royal Canadian Golf Association through its Sport Support Program which is aimed at developing athletes and coaches.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Wheeldon Runs Away With B.C. Junior Boys’ Title
PITT MEADOWS, B.C. - With a final-round 7-under 64, Riley Wheeldon's record-tying 264 total blew away the field by eight strokes and earned him the B.C. junior boys’ title.
Wheeldon, of Comox, B.C. maintained the lead throughout the tournament and carried a two-stroke margin over Justin Shin of Maple Ridge, B.C. into the final round.
Click here for full field final round scores!
“I really came into today’s round focused,” says Wheeldon. “I knew with the right shots that the numbers were out there. I wanted to start playing like I know I can.”
Wheeldon’s bogey free round (the second of the tournament) began with a run of five birdies on the front nine to take him to 15 under – he birdied 3 more holes on the back. He only made three bogeys and one double for the tournament.
“I was putting great today,” says Wheeldon. “Putting can be my Achilles heel but I tried to stay calm and let the birdies come to me.”
Defending champion, Eugene Wong of North Vancouver, B.C. stormed up the leaderboard with seven birdies today and finished in second at 10-under 278.
“I tried my best today,” says Wong. “I started out with a par and then sank a long putt at #2 for birdie and started to build momentum from there.”
Justin Shin carded a final 8-under 280 for third followed by Bryan Lichimo of North Vancouver in fourth at 4-under 284.
Riley Wheeldon, Justin Shin, Bryan Lichimo and Nicholas Russell of Vancouver will comprise the B.C. Junior Boys’ team for the Canadian Junior Boys’ Inter-provincial Championship at Westmount Golf & Country Club in Kitchener, ON August 2-6, 2009.
The B.C. Junior Boys’ Zone and Club team champions were also announced today. Capilano Golf & Country Club players, Matthew Cavelti and Bryan Lichimo claimed the club team honours. From Zone 4, Jay Kim, Kevin Kwon, Brian Jung and Justin Shin took the Zone competition.
Wheeldon, of Comox, B.C. maintained the lead throughout the tournament and carried a two-stroke margin over Justin Shin of Maple Ridge, B.C. into the final round.
Click here for full field final round scores!
“I really came into today’s round focused,” says Wheeldon. “I knew with the right shots that the numbers were out there. I wanted to start playing like I know I can.”
Wheeldon’s bogey free round (the second of the tournament) began with a run of five birdies on the front nine to take him to 15 under – he birdied 3 more holes on the back. He only made three bogeys and one double for the tournament.
“I was putting great today,” says Wheeldon. “Putting can be my Achilles heel but I tried to stay calm and let the birdies come to me.”
Defending champion, Eugene Wong of North Vancouver, B.C. stormed up the leaderboard with seven birdies today and finished in second at 10-under 278.
“I tried my best today,” says Wong. “I started out with a par and then sank a long putt at #2 for birdie and started to build momentum from there.”
Justin Shin carded a final 8-under 280 for third followed by Bryan Lichimo of North Vancouver in fourth at 4-under 284.
Riley Wheeldon, Justin Shin, Bryan Lichimo and Nicholas Russell of Vancouver will comprise the B.C. Junior Boys’ team for the Canadian Junior Boys’ Inter-provincial Championship at Westmount Golf & Country Club in Kitchener, ON August 2-6, 2009.
The B.C. Junior Boys’ Zone and Club team champions were also announced today. Capilano Golf & Country Club players, Matthew Cavelti and Bryan Lichimo claimed the club team honours. From Zone 4, Jay Kim, Kevin Kwon, Brian Jung and Justin Shin took the Zone competition.
Friday, July 10, 2009
A Ram Choi goes seven extra holes to take BC Junior Girls Title
PITT MEADOWS, BC – It took seven extra holes but A Ram Choi of Surrey, B.C. got it done and captured the B.C. junior girls title today at Golden Eagle Golf Course in Pitt Meadows, B.C.
“I came into this tournament just wanting a spot on the B.C. team,” says Choi. “To play on the team as the champion is amazing.”
Soo Bin Kim of Port Coquitlam, B.C. entered the final round four shots ahead of the field but started out the day with bogeys on the first four holes then added three more on the back nine to finish the day at 5-over par 75. Choi took advantage of the opportunity and tied up the top spot on the leaderboard after firing five birdies on the day for 1-over 71.
Kim and Choi entered sudden death tied at 3-over 213. The girls would go to six extra holes before Kim hit her second ball on the seventh hole into a hazard and missed the approach shot. Choi sank her putt for par and Kim conceded the hole.
Defending champion, Sue Kim of Langley, B.C. would finish in third at 4-over 214 while Jisoo Keel of Coquitlam, B.C. would finish in fourth at 4-over 214 by retrogression.
A Ram Choi, Soo-Bin Kim, Sue Kim and Jisoo Keel will comprise the B.C. Team for the Royale Canadian Junior Girls’ Championship at Hampton Golf Club in Hampton, NB August 3-7, 2009.
The B.C. Junior Girls’ Championship is open to female amateur golfers 18 years of age and under as of the last day of the tournament. The championship is conducted at stroke play over 54 holes with no cut.
The B.C. Junior Girls Championship is one of 13 provincial championships conducted annually by the BCGA. A full listing of players, the leaderboard , starting times and post-round results can be found on the BCGA website at www.bcga.org
“I came into this tournament just wanting a spot on the B.C. team,” says Choi. “To play on the team as the champion is amazing.”
Soo Bin Kim of Port Coquitlam, B.C. entered the final round four shots ahead of the field but started out the day with bogeys on the first four holes then added three more on the back nine to finish the day at 5-over par 75. Choi took advantage of the opportunity and tied up the top spot on the leaderboard after firing five birdies on the day for 1-over 71.
Kim and Choi entered sudden death tied at 3-over 213. The girls would go to six extra holes before Kim hit her second ball on the seventh hole into a hazard and missed the approach shot. Choi sank her putt for par and Kim conceded the hole.
Defending champion, Sue Kim of Langley, B.C. would finish in third at 4-over 214 while Jisoo Keel of Coquitlam, B.C. would finish in fourth at 4-over 214 by retrogression.
A Ram Choi, Soo-Bin Kim, Sue Kim and Jisoo Keel will comprise the B.C. Team for the Royale Canadian Junior Girls’ Championship at Hampton Golf Club in Hampton, NB August 3-7, 2009.
The B.C. Junior Girls’ Championship is open to female amateur golfers 18 years of age and under as of the last day of the tournament. The championship is conducted at stroke play over 54 holes with no cut.
The B.C. Junior Girls Championship is one of 13 provincial championships conducted annually by the BCGA. A full listing of players, the leaderboard , starting times and post-round results can be found on the BCGA website at www.bcga.org
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