Stouffville, ON — The 2025 Women’s Senior Championship came to a thrilling close at Spring Lakes Golf Club, where two standout performances delivered a memorable final day of competition.

Judith Kyrinis of The Thornhill Club etched her name in the history books, winning her seventh Ontario Senior Women’s Championship title — the most in tournament history. With this victory, Kyrinis surpasses legends Marlene Stewart Streit and Gayle Borthwick, who each held six titles. Her dominant performance solidifies her status as one of Ontario’s all-time greats in senior amateur golf.

In the A Flight division, Ruth McBride of Bridgewater Country Club captured her long-awaited victory. After finishing in second place last year, McBride returned with focus and determination, delivering a composed final round to earn the A Flight crown and cap off her redemption story.

Golf Ontario would like to extend a sincere thank you to the dedicated volunteers, tournament officials, and the entire team at Spring Lakes Golf Club for their outstanding support and hospitality throughout the week. Their efforts played a pivotal role in delivering a top-tier championship experience for all competitors and guests.

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Golf Ontario is excited to announce the launch of its 50/50 Cash Raffle! One lucky winner will take home a growing cash prize, while every ticket sold helps fund junior golf development across the province.

What is a 50/50 Raffle?

In a 50/50 raffle, 50% of all ticket sales goes directly to the winner in cash, and the other 50% goes directly to a meaningful cause. The more tickets sold, the larger the prize—and the greater the impact. All proceeds from this raffle support the Junior Golf Drive, which fuels Golf Ontario’s key high-performance programs: Team Ontario, Next Wave, and the Junior Golf Pathway. These programs aim to reduce the financial burden on competitive junior golfers and their families.

Why Your Ticket Makes a Difference

By purchasing a ticket, you’re supporting:

• The next wave of junior golf talent and future champions for Ontario and Canada.
• Access to coaching, competition, and mentorship for young athletes.
• Talent identification and early development.

Whether a youth is picking up a golf club for the first time or representing the province on the national stage, you have a chance to help make an impact in their lives.

Ticket Pricing

Choose the ticket package that suits you best:

• 200 tickets for $100
• 100 tickets for $75
• 50 tickets for $50
• 10 tickets for $20

The more tickets you buy, the greater your chances of winning—and the more impact you create for junior golfers across Ontario.

Buy Your Tickets Now

Take your shot at winning a growing cash jackpot and help drive the future of golf in Ontario.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets now: www.golfontario.ca/5050

Important Dates

• Ticket Sales Close: Monday, September 8 at 11:59 PM
• Draw Date: Tuesday, September 9 at 9:00 AM
• Who Can Play? Residents of Ontario, 18 years of age or older

SPOTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE – if you would like to enter a foursome to play in the Junior Golf Drive please register at juniorgolfdrive.ca or contact fundraising@golfontario.ca for more details.

Your support makes a real difference—for our athletes, our communities, and the future of golf. We thank you for your support!  

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The 63rd Ontario Women’s Senior Championship takes place July 1–3 at Spring Lakes Golf Club in Stouffville, Ontario.

Ninety of Ontario’s top senior women golfers aged 50 and over will compete across three rounds of 18-hole stroke play in Championship and A Flight divisions.

Since 1962, the Ontario Senior Women’s Championship has stood as a key event on the provincial calendar, bringing together decorated legends and contenders to compete for one of Ontario’s most prestigious senior titles.

A five-time Ontario Senior Women’s Champion (2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2023, 2024), Judith Kyrinis (The Thornhill Club) returns aiming to break the all-time record of six titles currently shared with Ontario Golf Hall of Famers Marlene Stewart Streit and Gayle Borthwick.

Also returning is Lori Friesen (Grey Silo Golf Course), the 2024 A Flight Gross Champion. Friesen is expected to be a strong contender once again.

Tee-offs begin at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1. For full pairings and tee times, CLICK HERE.

Live Scoring, Pairings & Results: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11301074679336323195

Full Player Roster: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11301074654103390301

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Golf Ontario is proud to kick off Adaptive Golf Month – a province-wide initiative celebrating accessibility, inclusion, the athletes and communities driving change in the sport. 

Funded through the EnAbling Change Program from the Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility, Adaptive Golf Month will feature a full calendar of events, athlete showcases, educational opportunities, and inclusive programming. It’s all part of Golf Ontario’s long-term commitment to its Vision of Golf for All. 

Throughout July, Golf Ontario, alongside key partners including Special Olympics Ontario, ParaGolf Ontario, and ParaSport Ontario, will share a full calendar of activities and events across the province to inspire, educate, and expand golf access for individuals with disabilities. 

The official launch event took place at Hawk Ridge Golf Club in Orillia, with the ParaGolf Ontario Showcase highlighting some of the province’s top adaptive golfers. 

Adaptive Golf Month Schedule: 

June 28 – ParaGolf Ontario Showcase 

July 7-9 – USGA Adaptive Open 

July 10-13 – Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games 

July 14-15 – Ontario Adaptive Open 

July 24 – ParaSport Ontario Pro-Am 

July 31 – 1000 Ball Challenge – Adaptive Edition 

August 1-2 – Ontario Blind Golf Provincial Championship 

Golf Ontario is encouraging the community to join the conversation and celebration online. Throughout July, golfers, fans, and facilities are invited to share their own adaptive golf stories, photos, and experiences using #GolfForAll and #AdaptiveGolfMonth. Golf Ontario will be resharing content all month long to help spotlight the people and moments that are moving the game forward. 

For full details and updates throughout the month, visit www.golfontario.ca/adaptivegolfmonth and follow @TheGolfOntario on social media. 

Huntsville, ON – Eric Zhao of Bayview Golf & Country Club was crowned the 2025 Ontario Men’s Amateur Champion after an incredible playoff victory.

Zhao edged out Team Ontario’s Dawson Lew (Coppinwood Golf Club) in a playoff after both players finished tied at 7-under-par through four rounds.

Among the youngest players in the field, Zhao and Lew showcased maturity beyond their years and solidified themselves as two of the province’s brightest rising stars.

Zhao’s steady play — posting rounds of 70-71-70-70 for a 281 total — highlighted the consistency and composure that carried him through a weather-disrupted week. Despite delays and uncertainty, Zhao remained unfazed, delivering when it mattered most.

Garrett Rank (Westmount Golf & Country Club), the 2018 Men’s Amateur Champion, finished third and continued to prove why he remains a timeless force in Canadian amateur golf.

The event capped off a thrilling week at Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course, where weather delays, dramatic finishes, and standout performances made for an unforgettable championship.

Golf Ontario would like to extend a sincere thank you to the volunteers, officials, and Deerhurst Highlands staff for their exceptional support and hospitality throughout the week. Their efforts were instrumental in delivering a world-class experience.

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Round two of the 103rd Ontario Men’s Amateur Championship wrapped up earlier today at Deerhurst Highlands Golf Course, as all 156 players returned to the course looking to secure a spot inside the Low 60 & Ties.

Leading the field heading into Friday’s third round is Domenic De Luca (The National Golf Club of Canada), who holds the outright lead at 4-under-par (70-70-140). A California State University golfer and former College of the Canyons standout, De Luca helped capture two state championships during his time in California. Originally from Toronto, he was also part of the 2020 OFSAA-winning team while at St. Michael’s College. He’ll look to keep that consistency rolling heading into Round 3.

Just one shot back in a tie for second at 3-under-par (141) are Garrett Rank (Westmount Golf & Country Club), Charles Fitzsimmons (The Thornhill Club), Eric Zhao (Bayview Golf & Country Club), and Zachary Smith (Brampton Golf Club). Fitzsimmons, a past Ontario and Canadian Mid-Amateur champion, brings valuable experience into Friday’s round. Zhao, the 2025 NextGen Ontario Champion, continues his strong season, while Smith, now competing for Penn State, has captured titles at the 2022 Golf Ontario Tour Championship and HJGT at Penn State, along with a consistent record across provincial and national events.

With a stacked leaderboard, the stage is set for an exciting moving day. Round 3 tees off Friday, June 27 at 8:00 a.m. with players going off both the 1st and 10th tees as the race for the title heats up.

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After a week of top-tier competition at the scenic Peninsula Lakes Golf Club, two champions have been named at the 2025 Ontario Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur Championships. Kelsey Fuchs of Summit Golf & Country Club captured the Mid-Amateur title after 54 holes, while Lindsay McGrath of Rattlesnake Point Golf Club secured the Women’s Amateur title following 72 holes of stroke play.

Fuchs Captures Mid-Amateur Title

The Ontario Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship, open to players aged 25 and older, concluded Wednesday with Kelsey Fuchs earning her first provincial title. Fuchs posted a three-round total of 224 (+8), highlighted by a bounce-back 70 in Round 2, the lowest round of the Mid-Amateur championship. She followed it with a composed 75 on Wednesday to finish ten shots ahead of the field.

Alexandra Taylor, the 2024 champion, finished runner-up at 234 (+18), while Vicki Appleton secured third place with 236 (+20).

“This win means a lot. I worked a lot on my game over the last couple of years and it just reaffirms what I have been doing—and I feel pretty special,” said Fuchs following her victory.

McGrath Claims Women’s Amateur Title

The Women’s Amateur Championship concluded Thursday after 72 holes of stroke play, with Lindsay McGrath emerging as the 2025 champion. McGrath finished with a total score of 282 (-6), capping off a steady and confident performance across four rounds.

McGrath opened with a 72 in Round 1, followed by a 69 in Round 2 to move into a strong position heading into the weekend. She kept her momentum with a 70 in Round 3, then sealed the win with a final-round score of 71, finishing just one stroke ahead of 2024 champion Nobelle Park.

Park finished second at 283 (-5) after a hard-fought final round, while Julia Alexander-Carew rounded out the top three at 284(-4).

This marks McGrath’s first Women’s Amateur title, a milestone that cements her status among Ontario’s top rising talents.

“It means everything to be here. I’ve always wanted to win this tournament, so I’m just super happy,” said McGrath.

For full results, click HERE.

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156 players teed off today at Deerhurst Highlands, the acclaimed course located within Deerhurst Resort, for Round One of the 103rd Ontario Men’s Amateur Championship—marking the beginning of what promises to be one of the most exciting weeks in Ontario amateur golf.

After 18 holes of stroke play, four players sit tied atop the leaderboard at 4-under-par (68):

• Matthew Whitehead (Whistle Bear Golf Club)

• Andre Zhu (Granite Golf Club)

• Traynor Turkiewicz (Brantford Golf and Country Club)

• Garrett Rank (Westmount Golf and Country Club)
  

Close behind at -3 (T5) are Team Ontario members Spencer Shropshire (Hawk Ridge Golf Club) and Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club), while four others are tied at -2 (T7): Domenic De Luca (The National Golf Club of Canada), Ellis Kinnaird (Mississippi Golf Club), Eric Zhao (Bayview Golf & Country Club), and Team Ontario’s Chase Jerome (Royal Ottawa Golf Club).

The second round of the Ontario Men’s Amateur Championship will begin at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (Wednesday, June 26) off both the 1st and 10th tees, as players aim to position themselves above the 36-hole cut line.

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Championship season is heating up as Ontario’s best female golfers get ready to tee it up at Peninsula Lakes Golf Club for the 2025 Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championships, two key titles on the provincial women’s golf calendar, taking place June 23 to 26. 

The event features 90 players competing in 72 holes of stroke play. After 36 holes, the top 50 in the Amateur division and the top 15 in the Mid-Amateur division move on to the final rounds, all aiming to make their mark over four days of elite provincial competition.

A Scenic and Strategic Championship Test

Peninsula Lakes Golf Club, located in Fenwick, Ont., is built on a former sand and gravel quarry, offering a distinctive layout with dramatic elevation changes and water features throughout the course. 

Peninsula Lakes is also a nationally recognized facility, earning a 4½ star rating from Golf Digest and ranking among GolfPass’s Golfer’s Choice 2023 – Best Hidden Gems in Canada.

​​The course’s mix of challenge and scenery makes it a great place to host four rounds of competitive amateur golf.

Names to Know at Peninsula Lakes

• Returning Champions:
  
  • 2024 Amateur Champion: Nobelle Park
  • 2024 Mid-Amateur Champion: Alexandra Taylor
  • 2023 Mid-Amateur Champion: Mary Ann Hayward
• Team Ontario Athletes Set to Compete: 
  
  • Nobelle Park
  • Kaprice Park
  • Alexis Card
  • Amelia McFarlane
  • Sadie Wu
  • Kaylan Green

With a strong mix of past champions and up-and-coming athletes, the 2025 field promises plenty of exciting competition.

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Golf Ontario is thrilled to be partnering with the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario for the 1000 Ball Challenge! This powerful fundraising initiative will help power local golf programs for youth and children with the YMCA access essential resources like tee times, coaching, and equipment—ensuring they have every opportunity to grow their skills and passion for golf. Teams will attempt to hit 1000 golf balls in a single day while raising critical funds for this important cause!

On Friday, August 1, participants will take on the ambitious feat of hitting 1,000 golf balls in a single day at Hollinger Golf Club in Timmins, Ontario.

The goal? To raise $10,000 to support accessible golf opportunities for the Northeastern Ontario community.

“We’re teaming up with the YMCA to do something special here in the Timmins and area. YMCA has always been a fabric of our community by offering youth opportunities to succeed and develop healthy habits. This 1000 Ball Challenge is not just about hitting balls, it’s about helping more people get exposed to the game that generates so many positive values in young people. The game has given me an incredible sense of purpose and if we can lend a hand to raising money for the YMCA and the Golf for All program, we are really delivering on our message that we truly are Shaping Lives Through Golf,” said Owen Rigg, Regional Manager at Golf Ontario.

Where the Funds Go

Proceeds raised through the 1000 Ball Challenge directly support the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s golf programs for youth and children. These fund contribute to power the programs by helping with costs for tee times, equipment and coaching—creating pathways for kids to discover the game, develop essential life skills, and build confidence.

By providing these accessible opportunities, the YMCA is helping introduce the sport to kids who may never have had the chance to step onto a course. This mission aligns perfectly with Golf Ontario’s GOLF FOR ALL vision, which seeks to make the game more inclusive and welcoming across all communities. Together, the YMCA and Golf Ontario are working to ensure golf is not a game for a few—but a game for everyone.

How You Can Get Involved

Community members can support the cause in two meaningful ways:

• Donate directly to help us reach our fundraising goal:
  https://www.1000ball.ca/o/northeastern-ontario
• Create a team under the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario page and collect pledges yourself:
  https://www.1000ball.ca/o/northeastern-ontario

Those who fundraise and create a team are invited to join us on August 1 for a fun and inspiring day at the driving range!

For any questions on the 1000 Ball Challenge, please reach out to Raphael Root at rroot@golfontario.ca.