Team Ontario’s Dawson Lew has quickly made a name for himself as one of the province’s rising stars in golf. Dawson has built an impressive resume at a young age, highlighted by his ability to bounce back from adversity and deliver such a standout season.
Last summer, Dawson faced a major setback when he broke his leg in late August. The road to recovery tested his patience and determination, taking nearly four months before he could return to playing, and even longer before he felt competitive again. “It was pretty tough,” Dawson shared. “I just focused on what was ahead of me, first the recovery, then practice, and then just getting better each day.” His resilience paid off, leading to one of the best seasons of his career.
Among his many successes this year, one achievement stands out above the rest: winning the Canadian Junior Championship. “That was probably the biggest one of my career so far. Obviously, it gets me into the U.S. Junior Championship next year, which is nice.” “ It was a pretty big honour to be able to win that one and then etch my name on that trophy next to a couple pretty cool names in golf.”
As a proud member of Team Ontario, Dawson remains focused on continuous improvement and has many long-term goals in golf. He explained. “For me, it’s about the process, getting faster, gaining speed, and working at it every day.” With long-term aspirations of playing college golf and eventually competing on tour, Dawson is committed to the hard work it will take to get there. “Right now, I’m just focused on what I need to do at this moment and in the next couple of months.”
From injury recovery to winning a national title, Dawson Lew has shown resilience, dedication, and the mindset of a champion. His journey proves what perseverance can achieve, and Golf Ontario is proud to support him as he continues chasing his goals in golf.