Caledonia, ON – John Monture of Mohawk Six Nations and Cheryl Mitchell of Walpole Island First Nation were crowned the champions of the 2025 Indigenous Ontario Championship. Both players led all 3 rounds in their respective fields (Men’s and Women’s Overall), in route to their wins, solidifying their status as dominant forces in the tournament.
Monture, the 2022 champion, edged out the competition by eight strokes and finished 3-under-par. His steady play, evident in rounds of 71, 72, and 70, showcased his consistency and composure throughout the three rounds, where he led in all 3. With two championships under his belt, Monture will now see his name on the trophy twice due to his dominant performance this week.
In the Women’s Division, Cheryl Mitchell captured her fourth Indigenous Ontario Championship, winning by a commanding 11 strokes and scoring a 12-over-par. Her victory further solidified her as a legend and a dominant force in the tournament’s history. Despite the Indigenous Ontario Championship’s relatively short history, spanning only four years, Mitchell has emerged as the undisputed champion, continuing her dynasty with each passing year. Mitchell, the 2003 Ontario Women’s Amateur winner, has had one of the most impressive longevity runs in Golf Ontario’s history.
Concluding the 2025 Indigenous Ontario Championship, the following players will be representing Ontario at the 2025 Indigenous Challenge Cup at Taboo Golf Course in Gravenhurst, Ontario on September 21-23rd:
Men’s Division
- John Monture (Mohawk Six Nations)
- Colin Sobey (Red Rock Indian Band)
- Rob Atatise (Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation)
- Carmen Jones (Chippewas of Nawash)
- Terry Martin (Six Nations)
- Cecil Hill (Upper Cayuga)
- Barry Pitawanakwat (Whitefish River)
- Daylon Gee (Oneida Six Nations)
Women’s Division
- Cheryl Mitchell (Walpole Island First Nation)
- Melanie Burgess (Matachewan First Nation)
- Sophie Malenfant (Whitefish River)
- Kathy Jamieson (Six Nations – Cayuga)
- Erin Hill (Six Nations)
- Karen Brant Taylor (Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte)
- Lindsey Hill (Upper Mohawk)
- Courtney Rilley (Chippewas of the Thames)
These remarkable achievements made this week’s championship at MontHill Golf and Country Club an unforgettable experience, capped off by weather delays, hole-in-ones, and standout performances.
Golf Ontario would like to express its sincere gratitude to the volunteers, officials, and staff at MontHill Golf and Country Club for their exceptional support and hospitality throughout the week. Their contributions were instrumental in delivering a world-class experience.
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