Uxbridge, ON – With the continued support of Woodington Lake Golf Club, we prepare to welcome the 2021 Ontario Disability Championship to the beautiful Legacy Course from September 15^h to 16^th. Celebrating its third year running, this championship showcases some of the top athletes with disabilities from near and far, to ensure an inclusive pathway and better competition opportunity for the highest performing disabled athletes. Promoting awareness and participation for golfers with disabilities in a competitive provincial championship environment, the Ontario Disability provides a platform for future talent identification with the championship counting towards World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD) points.

The gorgeous course located in Tottenham is “thrilled to have the Ontario Disability Championship back for its third year,” expressed Scott Loosley, Head Golf Professional of Woodington Lake Golf Club. “The course conditions are fast and firm right now and everything is in really good shape, as we’ve been lucky to have great weather conditions the past couple of weeks.” Competing on the Legacy Course, players can anticipate a true mix of Links and Stadium styles, with wide open fairways and several water hazards that add to the challenge of large undulating greens. “We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone back to the Legacy Course next week!”

Contested over 36-holes of championship stroke play, Men and Women will battle for respective titles across four open divisions: Men’s Gross Champion, Women’s Gross Champion, Men’s Net Champion, and Women’s Net Champion. The championship is open to competitors of all ages and will requires participants to have an Official Handicap Index Limit of 28 for Men and 36 for Women.

Returning in 2021 to defend their crown is both 2019 and 2020 champions, Kurtis Barkley (Public Player) and Natasha Stasiuk (Heron Point Golf Links). 2020 Net Men’s and Women’s champions, Gary Bos (Public Player) and Tess Trojan (Public Player), will also be in attendance in the hunt for another shot at the title.

Action from the Woodington Lake GC begins on September 14^th, with a practice round set to start at 9:00 a.m.. Championship play gets underway on Wednesday, September 15^th at 9:00 a.m… For tee times and leaderboard information, check out our Golf Genius webpage here. Learn more about the Ontario Disability Championship here.

ABOUT THE ONTARIO DISABILITY CHAMPIONSHIP

In 2019, Woodington Lake Golf Club hosted the inaugural Ontario Disability Championship. Played over a 36-hole competition for Men and Women, the Ontario Disability Championship is an inclusive event in which athletes with disabilities compete in a provincial championship environment. The championship promotes awareness and participation for golfers with disabilities and provides a platform for future talent identification. The Ontario Disability Championship is a counting event on the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD).

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To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

Fenwick, ON – The final round of the Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship was a hot one, as the young competitors lit up the course to shoot low and attempted to break free fromthe tight leaderboard. Emerging as the 7^th annual Ontario Peewee Champions following stellar two rounds of golf, is Shauna Liu (Station Creek GC) and Andy Dai (Station Creek GC).

Holding off the pack with rounds of 69 and 67, Liu maintains the lead to claim the Peewee (U13) Girls’ title. Liu’s two-stroke lead in the final round gave her a championship total of six-under (136), following ten birdies over the two days of competition. Taking home silver medals in a tie for second at four-under is Alexis Card (Galt Country Club) and Celina Yeo (Public Player). The 2021 Drive, Chip and Putt Champion, Alexis Card, shot a whopping seven birdies in today’s round to give her the low round of the championship at 65. Yeo also had an excellent round, firing her lowest round of 67.

Following a silver medalist finish in 2020, Liu said it “feels really good” to win the 2021 title. “On the first day, I made a lot of long putts. Today my second shot was sticking, so that helped a lot.” Typically playing longer courses, Liu explained that she “made a lot of 30-to-40-yard chips. This year I’ve been practicing a lot of 90/100 yards instead, so I really hard to work on my shorter chips this past week.” Liu would like to thank her coach and parents for their support.

Over on the Peewee (U13) Boys’ side, Dai held strong to claim the crown with a five-under total. Dai’s two-stroke lead came from rounds of 70 and 67, for a low championship total of 137. Runner-up to claim the silver medal, is Manav Bharani (Brampton GC Ltd.), who shot an excellent 66 to end his championship with three-under. Vasili Gianakas (The National GC of Canada) came out of the four-way tie for third in yesterday’s round, to secure the bronze medallist position with a total of 141 over 36-holes.

Speaking with Dai following the win, he said “I feel very happy and very proud of myself for winning because this is a very big tournament for me. Winning it feels very good.” Throughout the championship, Dai believes that the strongest part of his game was his putting. “I made about 90% of my four-footers and about 70% of my ten-footers. My approach shots were a bit rusty on the first day, but I got it back the second day.” Dai is appreciative of the support from his dad, adding “my dad always helps me improve”. Other shoutouts go to friends and his coach, for his patience to help him make quick fixes to his game.

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, starters, referees, scorers, and volunteers for their support of the 2021 Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship. To Sawmill Golf Course and your dedicated enthusiastic team – Director of Golf Jeremey Julie, General Manager Carrie Julie, and Course Superintendent Don Blachley – Thank you to your staff, volunteers, and members for being such outstanding hosts and supporting these aspiring young golfers to continue doing what they love.

Lastly, a huge thank you to our sponsors and partners; Adidas, TaylorMade, Golf Talk Canada, Play Golf Myrtle Beach, Humber College, HUB International, BioSteel, Golf Genius, Modern Golf, Dormie, Durham Artificial Grass, Foresight Sports Canada, Baka, Nikon, Solo Golf, and Sport Travel. We are grateful for your continued support.

To view the leaderboards from the 2021 Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship, visit our Golf Genius page.

About the Ontario Peewee Championship

The Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship made its debut in 2015. The tournament is open to boys and girls’ who are 12 and under on August 1^st.

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To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar, Manager,
Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

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Fenwick, ON – The summer heat drags on as the 7^th annual Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship gets underway at Sawmill Golf Course. With only 36-holes of competition, the boys and girls had to play smart in order to take advantage of the leaderboard in round one.

Leading the pack on the girls’ side with a clean round of two-under, is Shauna Liu of Station Creek. With four birdies to give her a solid 69 heading into the final round tomorrow, Liu has a two-stroke lead over second place competitors, Celina Yeo (Public Player) and Nobelle Park (Hidden Lake GC), who both shot an even-par of 71.

Over on the boys’ side, Andy Dai (Station Creek GC) has the lead at one-under after a round of 70. Following closely just one stroke back is Brayden Card (Galt Country Club), who has a group of T3 players looking to make a move in the final round. Firing 73 to land in a four-way tie for third, is Ben Julie (Sawmill GC), Vasili Gianakas (The National GC of Canada), Manav Bharani (Brampton GC Ltd), and Dawson Lew (Markham).

The leaderboards are tight for both divisions, which could make for a real nail-biter in the final round tomorrow. Due to poor internet connection in Fenwick, video coverage will be added to Golf Ontario’s social feeds following the end of the round. The final round begins at 8:00 a.m., with the girls starting play off and the boys teeing it up at 9:30 a.m.. Make sure to follow along with the leaderboard on our Golf Genius page, as live scoring will be provided for the three leader groups in each division and the crown could be anyone’s for the taking.

About the Ontario Peewee Championship

The Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship made its debut in 2015. The tournament is open to boys and girls’ who are 12 and under on August 1^st.

Stay Connected on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario

To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

Uxbridge, ON – Golf Ontario’s next provincial championship will host the youngest of the aspiring golfers in Ontario. As we head down to wine country from August 30^th to 31^st, Sawmill Golf Course is thrilled to be hosting the 7^th annual Ontario Peewee (U13) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship.

The beautiful course located on the roots of an old dairy farm is characterized by gently rolling hills, deciduous forests, and two meandering creeks. Designed by Gord Witteveen and Nicol Thompson, the Sawmill course opened for play in 1976 and has been family-owned and operated ever since. The Julie’s, “are absolutely thrilled to be hosting the Ontario Peewee Championship,” expressed Carrie Julie. “We hosted the Ontario Bantam Championship three years ago and the energy that the players brought, coupled with the support from our members made us jump at the chance to host another Championship. We have a strong junior program and hosting kids’ Championships just fits with who we are at our core. We’ll offer the players an energetic, engaging, and fun atmosphere. Get ready for a warm Sawmill welcome and very enthusiastic volunteers.”

With high summer temperatures, “the last month has been hot and dry, making for firm and fast conditions,” explained Jeremy Julie, Sawmill’s Director of Golf. The hidden gem will require accurate and strategic shots, as the players 12 and undertake on the course in 36-holes of competition. A total of 27 girls’ and 47 boys’ will be competing for the 2021 Ontario Peewee (U13) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship.

Action from Sawmill will get underway at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, August 23^rd. For championship information, tee times, and results, check out our Golf Genius webpage here. Players can prep by touring the course, through the drone footage and descriptive course tour.

About the Ontario Peewee Championship

The Ontario Peewee (U13) Championship made its debut in 2015. The tournament is open to boys’ and girls’ who are 12 and under on August 1^st.

Stay Connected on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario

To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

2022 World Junior Girls Golf Championship presented by Sargent Farms

will be conducted at Angus Glen Golf Club in Markham, Ont.

MARKHAM, ONT. – With continued logistical challenges and travel restrictions faced by participating National Federations due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Golf Canada in partnership with Golf Ontario has cancelled the 2021 World Junior Girls Golf Championship, presented by Sargent Farms.  The championship was scheduled to take place September 27 to October 2 at Angus Glen Golf Club in Markham, Ont.

Facing the ongoing public health concerns as well as uncertainty around the rising global impact of the pandemic, cancelation was the only responsible course of action as many of the National Federation athletes, coaches and delegates scheduled to participate were facing increased restrictions and protocols in their travel to, and home from, the championship.

The 2022 World Junior Girls Golf Championship, presented by Sargent Farms will be contested at Angus Glen Golf Club at a date to be determined.

The World Junior Girls Golf Championship, presented by Sargent Farms is conducted by Golf Canada in partnership with Golf Ontario and supported by the R&A and the International Golf Federation. Recognized as one of the top events on the Women’s World Amateur Golf Rankings (WWAGR), the 2021 World Junior Girls Golf Championship would have marked the 7^th playing of the event.

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

Windsor, ON – Much like the weather, the competition was hot in today’s final round at the Team Goran Ontario Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship, presented by St. Clair College. Four champions were crowned at Roseland Golf and Curling Club, as players battled a tight leaderboard in the race to claim the Juvenile and Bantam titles.

Maintaining the lead through the entire championship, Joline Truong (Trafalgar G&CC) completes the tournament with a seven-under to take home the 2021 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship title. With low rounds of 68, 71, and 70 for an excellent three-day total of 209, Truong’s name will join the Sandra Post trophy with past winners Alena Sharp, Lindsay Knowlton, Rebecca Lee-Bentham, and Grace St-Germain. Silver medalist, Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point GC), finished four-under after shooting the girls’ low round of the day with a stellar 66. Carlee Meilleur (Loyalist G&CC) and Emma Hansen (Blue Springs GC) will take home the bronze medal with a tournament total of 219.

Truong came into the week off a strong showing at the Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship, placing twelfth with her lowest round to date. The win “feels great after shooting my lowest at the Amateur with a -2. I shot -4 on the first day and today I played with two really strong competitors, so that pushed me to play my best.” Truong’s next tournament will be the DCM PGA Women’s Championship of Canada at Oshawa Golf and Curling Club from August 29^th to 31^st.

Holding the lead following round two, the 2021 Ontario Junior Boys’ Spring Classic Champion now has another title to add to his 2021 season. Team Ontario athlete, Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC), secures the 2021 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship title after a lights-out 65 round and a total of thirteen-under (203). Kim will join the likes of Gary Cowan and Johnny Travale inscribed on the Mike Weir trophy. Taking home the silver medal is Isaiah Ellis (Lookout Point CC), who shot his lowest round of the championship with a 68, to give him a grand total of 209. An abundance of T3 players finished in the bronze medalist position, with a total of 212. The five players winning bronze are Jordan Hwang (Emerald Hills G&CC), Zachary Smith (Brampton GC), Isaiah Ibit (Greyhawk GC), Matthew Javier (Scarboro G&CC), and Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club).

With the lead after round two, Kim said “I started my first three holes a little disappointing. I made a bad bogey first hole and I just wasn’t feeling very confident. I really started to commit to my shots and focus, so the birdies just started coming. Everything just clicked into place.” Kim’s next appearance will be at the Golf Canada Selection Camp, which is scheduled for August 29^th through to September 3^rd at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley.

For the Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship, Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point GC) is awarded the 2021 title after her best championship round of golf to date. After round two, McGrath found herself in a tie for first with Carlee Meilleur (Loyalist G&CC), who would take home the silver medal seven-strokes behind. Bronze medalist position goes to Alex Ouellet, who held close to the second-place winner just two-strokes back.

McGrath was thrilled with the win, saying “it feels great! I feel I’ve worked very hard for this. I played very well today, shooting my best score ever, so I’m just really happy with how today went.”

Following three playoff holes of sudden death, a 2021 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Champion emerged. Matthew Javier (Scarboro G&CC) is crowned the Bantam (U15) Boys’ Champion after sinking a birdie putt against Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club). Smith and Jordan Hwang (Emerald Hills G&CC) will share the silver medalist position. Hwang competed in two playoff holes after an out-of-bounds ball on eighteen landed him a double bogey. Javier’s name will be added to the James H. Peacock trophy.

Javier spoke to us about how his playoff between Smith and Hwang went. “I hit a pretty good tee shot on the first hole. Left it short, but it was into the wind. Had a bad chip but made up for it with a nice putt. Then Luke, Jordan, and I pared it to go to the next hole. Unfortunately, Jordan went out-of-bounds and Luke and I both pared to go to our third playoff hole, and I made a nice putt at the end.”

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, rules officials, staff and community for their support of the 2021 Team Goran Ontario Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship, presented by St. Clair College. To the City of Windsor, Mayor Drew Dilkens, Roseland Board of Directors, and Roseland G&CC’s hardworking team – General Manager and Head Golf Professional Dave Deluzio, Clubhouse Operations Manager Jordan Schatz, Pro Shop Managers Andrew Carlone and Ettori Taricani, Superintendent Pat Hebert, and Volunteer Chair Shane Guthri – Thank you to your staff and volunteers for being such amazing hosts at Canada’s only municipal Donald Ross golf course. A big thank you to Team Goran RE/MAX Care Realty and St. Clair College as well, for your outstanding support of Ontario’s aspiring young golf generation.

Lastly, a huge thank you to our sponsors and partners; Adidas, TaylorMade, Golf Talk Canada, Play Golf Myrtle Beach, Humber College, HUB International, BioSteel, Golf Genius, Modern Golf, Dormie, Durham Artificial Grass, Foresight Sports Canada, Baka, Nikon, Solo Golf, and Sport Travel. We are grateful for your continued support.

To view the leaderboards from the 2021 Team Goran Ontario Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship, visit our Golf Genius page.

About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition that features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan.

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past champions of the event include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, and Rebecca Lee-Bentham.

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship

First contested in 1929, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) male golfers from across the province, competing for the James H. Peacock trophy. Past Champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Bob Panasiuk (1955) and Kelly Roberts (1966), as well as Team Canada National Amateur Squad member Johnny Travale (2015).

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship

First contested in 2003, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) female golfers from across the province, competing for the Cathy Sherk Trophy. Notable past champions include Jennifer Kirby, Augusta James, and Chloe Currie.

Stay Connected on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario

To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

Windsor, ON – With temperatures reaching 32-degrees in round 2 at Roseland Golf and Curling Club, competitors looked to go low before the cut at the Team Goran Ontario Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship, presented by St. Clair College.

Holding the girl’s lead in round two with a total of five-under is Joline Truong (Trafalgar G&CC), who has a seven-stroke lead over the second-place competitors. In a four-way tie for second is Carlee Meilleur (Loyalist G&CC), Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point GC), Alissa Xu (Station Creek GC), and Krystal Li (Summit G&CC), with a total of 146 heading into the final round. In the Bantam (U15) Girls’ field, Meilleur and McGrath hold the lead, two-strokes ahead of T3 players, Alexa Ouellet (Weston G&CC) and Swetha Sathish (Hidden Lake GC).

Taking the lead over on the boys’ side, Juvenile (U17) player Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC), leads after a round of 68. The Team Ontario athlete has a one-stroke lead over Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club), who had the low round of the day with a stellar 65 (-7). Defending champion, Andreas Diogenous (Whistle Bear GC), sits in third just two-strokes off first and fellow Team Ontario teammate Kim. On the Bantam (U15) Boys’ leaderboard, Smith has a two-stroke lead over Matthew Javier (Scarboro G&CC), who shot a clean 70 in today’s round. A two-way between T3 players, Matthew Rastogi (Meadowbrook GC) and Eric Zhao (Bayview G&CC), leaves the players with a total of 142 heading into the final round.

Following the round, there has been a cut to the low 29 plus ties on the boys’ side and low 21 plus ties on the girls’ side. A champion will be crowned for both the girls’ and boys’ Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) champions tomorrow afternoon. Make sure to tune into Instagram as we livestream the eighteenth green with the leader groups. The final round gets underway at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow, with tee times running until 10:20 a.m.. For tee times and leaderboard information, check out our Golf Genius webpage here.

About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition that features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan.

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past champions of the event include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, and Rebecca Lee-Bentham.

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship

First contested in 1929, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) male golfers from across the province, competing for the James H. Peacock trophy. Past Champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Bob Panasiuk (1955) and Kelly Roberts (1966), as well as Team Canada National Amateur Squad member Johnny Travale (2015).

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship

First contested in 2003, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) female golfers from across the province, competing for the Cathy Sherk Trophy. Notable past champions include Jennifer Kirby, Augusta James, and Chloe Currie.

Stay Connected on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario

To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

Windsor, ON – The Windsor heat continues to hold strong as round one of the Team Goran Ontario Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship, presented by St. Clair College, gets underway at Roseland Golf and Curling Club. With only three rounds of competition, players will have to battle hard to get an early jump on the leaderboard.

Currently holding the lead on the Juvenile (U17) Girls’ leaderboard, with four-under is Joline Truong of Trafalgar Golf and Country Club. Two back in second and the current leader on the Bantam (U15) Girls’ leaderboard, is Celina Yeo (Public Player), with third place holder, Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point GC), just one-stroke off. With Yeo at the top of the leaderboard for the Bantam’s, McGrath sits in second with Wendy Li (Summit G&CC) in third after shooting a round of 74.

On the Juvenile (U17) Boys’ leaderboard, we have a two-way tie for first between Nolan Laird (Public Public) and Jordan Hwang (Emerald Hills G&CC), following a round of 69. In third two-strokes back is Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC), Isaiah Ibit (Greyhawk GC), and Matthew Whitehead (Whistle Bear GC). Hwang also holds the lead on the Bantam (U15) Boys’ leaderboard, with Matthew Javier (Scarboro G&CC) and Matthew Rastogi (Meadowbrook GC) trailing after rounds of 71 and 72.

Round two will be crucial to competitors as a cut will be made following the round on Tuesday, to the low 29 plus ties on the boys’ side and low 21 plus ties on the girls’ side. For round two coverage, make sure to follow along with us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for all your live updates.

Catch round two tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m. as the boys’ tee off first, with action from the girls’ beginning at 10:59 a.m.. For tee times and leaderboard information, check out our Golf Genius webpage here.

About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition that features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan.

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past champions of the event include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, and Rebecca Lee-Bentham.

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship

First contested in 1929, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) male golfers from across the province, competing for the James H. Peacock trophy. Past Champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Bob Panasiuk (1955) and Kelly Roberts (1966), as well as Team Canada National Amateur Squad member Johnny Travale (2015).

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship

First contested in 2003, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) female golfers from across the province,competing for the Cathy Sherk Trophy. Notable past champions include Jennifer Kirby, Augusta James, and Chloe Currie.

Stay Connected on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario

To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check-in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

Uxbridge, ON – Over the next couple of weeks, Golf Ontario will be conducting its provincial championships, showcasing the young aspiring golf generation. From August 23^rd to 25^th, Roseland Golf and Curling Club will welcome the Team Goran Ontario Juvenile (U17) and Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championships, presented by St. Clair College. “Team Goran RE/MAX Care Realty is proud to be the Title Sponsor of this year’s Juvenile U17 and Bantam U15 Provincial Championship. We truly believe in uplifting and supporting the next generation of golf greats in Ontario!”

General Manager and PGA of Canada Head Golf Professional, Dave Deluzio, says “it’s been a hot summer down here in Windsor and the course is in fantastic shape! It’s in condition that is ideal for tournaments and a tournament of this stature, a provincial event.” The 18-hole championship Donald Ross designed golf course will offer “a fantastic test of golf. It’s almost 100-years-old, but it stands the test of time and it’s a really special place. It’s one of only ten Ross designed courses in Canada and it’s the only municipal designed Ross course.” Deluzio looks forward to showcasing Roseland G&CC to the young players from across the province.

Windsor’s Mayor, Drew Dilkens, also expressed his excitement. “Windsor is delighted to welcome the Golf Ontario Juvenile U17 and Bantam U15 championships to Roseland Golf and Curling Club. Our community is looking forward to greeting the best young golfers in Ontario, who will compete at our city’s premier public golf facility. We invite players and organizers to enjoy their leisure time by visiting the many beautiful parks and lively outdoor patios that our vibrant community has to offer.”

The 2021 Ontario Juvenile and Bantam Championships will see athletes from the following qualifiers in attendance: Batteau Creek Golf Club, Cambridge Golf Club, Lakeridge Links Golf Club, and Shelburne Golf and Country Club. For leaderboard information on qualifiers, click the golf course name. A cut will be made after 36-holes of competition based on final gender field sizes, with a minimum of the top six Bantam boys and top six Bantam girls remaining for the final round on Wednesday, August 25^th.

Competitors in the boys’ field to watch for include 2020 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Champion, Cale Marontate (Kingsville G&CC), and 2019 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ and 2020 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Champion, Andreas Diogenous (Whistle Bear GC). Additional notables include 2019 Ontario Peewee (U13) Boys’ Champion, Jordan Hwang (Emerald Hills G&CC), 2021 Ontario Junior Boys Spring Classic Champion, Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC), and 2021 Canadian Juvenile Boys’ silver medalist, Eric Zhao (Bayview G&CC)

On the girls’ side, 2020 Peewee (U13) Girls’ Champion, Michelle Xing (Public Player), will be in attendance with 2019 Bantam (U15) Girls Champion, Alex Ouellet (Weston G&CC). Other strong competitors to keep an eye on include Krystal Li (Summit G&CC), Ella Weber (Rattlesnake Point GC), Shauna Liu (Station Creek GC), and Emily McKee (Rattlesnake Point GC), who have all had a strong performance in 2021.

Action from the championship will tee off at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, August 23^rd. For qualifying, pin locations, tee times, and leaderboard information check out our Golf Genius webpage here. Players can also tour the Roseland course by viewing drone footage here.

About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition that features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan.

The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under the age of 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past champions of the event include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, and Rebecca Lee-Bentham.

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship

First contested in 1929, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) male golfers from across the province, competing for the James H. Peacock trophy. Past Champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Bob Panasiuk (1955) and Kelly Roberts (1966), as well as Team Canada National Amateur Squad member Johnny Travale (2015).

About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship

First contested in 2003, the Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship is a 36-hole competition featuring the top Bantam (U15) female golfers from across the province, competing for the Cathy Sherk Trophy. Notable past champions include Jennifer Kirby, Augusta James, and Chloe Currie.

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To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21^st, **subject to change)

• At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check-in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca

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Amherstburg, ON – With the temperature feeling like it was in the mid-thirties, players battled the Thomas McBroom designed course as we witnessed competitors rise and fall on the leaderboard throughout the day. In the thrilling final round of the 2021 Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship at Pointe West Golf Club, the course record has been broken and a 106th Ontario Women’s Amateur Champion has been awarded.

Shooting a low round of 69 and a total of 280 on the championship to complete the 72-holes of competitive play, Jasmine Ly (Public Player) emerges as the newly crowned 106th Ontario Women’s Amateur Champion. The Windsor native is a 2018 Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Champion, 2019 Ontario Junior Girls’ Spring Classic Champion, plays NCAA golf at the Northern Illinois University, and qualified for the second consecutive year for the U.S. Women’s Amateur.

During the post win interview, Ly speaks of how great it feels to win the championship adding, “especially because I won it in my hometown.” Approaching the green, Ly expressed that she “was definitely nervous. I hadn’t looked at the leaderboard all day so I had no idea where anyone was. I just stuck to my game plan and tried to stay aggressive with that approach shot. My irons this week were really solid. I hit a lot of greens which helped for sure.” Final remarks include a nod to the spectacular condition of Pointe West Golf Club and a thank you to Golf Ontario for putting on such a great event. Ly will be celebrating her win over dinner with family and friends, including the silver medalist, Monet Chun, whom she played a lot of junior golf with.

In second place position taking home the silver medal, is Monet Chun (Summit G&CC), who had a stellar round of eight birdies to grant her the honour of a new Pointe West course record of 64. Chun is a sophomore at the University of Michigan and is only the second athlete on the women’s golf team to earn conference honours, which hasn’t been accomplished in 25 years. The bronze medalist position was earned by former Team Ontario teammates, Nicole Gal (Oakville GC) and Bo Brown (Blue Springs GC). Gal is a Team Canada National Junior Squad member and is the 66th Canadian Junior Girls Champion. Brown will be attending the University of British Columbia on a scholarship this fall, to pursue a Bachelor of Kinesiology and play on the Thunderbirds Women’s Golf team.

In addition to a 2021 Ontario Women’s Amateur Champion being crowned, an Ontario Women’s Mid-Amateur Champion was presented following round three. Terrill Samuel fired a 75 to secure her fourth Ontario Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship title. The 2021 Ontario Senior Women’s Champion, Judith Kyrinis, shot her lowest round of the championship to claim the silver medal; while defending 2020 champion Nonie Marler (Marine Drive GC), claims the bronze.

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, rules officials, staff and members for their support of the 2021 Ontario Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championship. To Pointe West Golf Club and their passionate team – Head Professional Rick Schmidtgall and the Pro Shop Team, Greens Superintendent Matt Erickson and his team, Director of Food and Beverage Dave VanderHoeven, Executive Chef Vanessa Parent, and Host Club Volunteer Chairwoman Patty Marcus – Thank you to your staff and volunteers for being such welcoming hosts on a stunning track.

Lastly, a huge thank you to our sponsors and partners; Adidas, TaylorMade, Golf Talk Canada, Play Golf Myrtle Beach, Humber College, HUB International, BioSteel, Golf Genius, Modern Golf, Dormie, Durham Artificial Grass, Foresight Sports Canada, Baka, Nikon, Solo Golf, and Sport Travel. We are grateful for your continued support.

To view the leaderboards from the 2021 Ontario Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championship, visit our Golf Genius page.

About the Ontario Women’s Am & Mid Am Championship

First played in 1904, the Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship is Ontario’s oldest provincial championship and is the pinnacle of women’s golf in the province. The event features the best female golfers from across Ontario in a 72-hole stroke play format.

The Women’s Amateur has produced a rich history of champions throughout the tournaments long and cherished existence. Past winners include 1968 LPGA Tour players Sandra Post (1964), Alena Sharp (1989), Jennifer Kirby (2009, 2010), Augusta James (2011), Brittany Marchand (2012), Brooke Henderson (2014), Maddie Szeryk and Team Canada standout Brigitte Thibault (2019). World, Canadian and Ontario Golf Hall of Fame member, Marlene Stewart Streit, holds the record for the most titles with 11 (’51, ’56, ’57, ’58, ’68, ’69, ’70, ’72, ’74, ’76, and ’77).

First played in 1989, the Ontario Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship is open to female golfers aged 25 and over. In honour of her outstanding accomplishments at the Mid-Amateur level in Ontario, the trophy is rightfully named after 14-time champion Mary Ann Hayward. The event is contested annually in a 54-hole competition. Other notable past champions of the event include 2012 Canadian Senior Women’s Champion Terrill Samuel (1991, 2000 and 2010), Casey Ward (2015) and Golf Ontario Hall of Fame members Gayle Borthwick Hitchens (1992, 1993), and Judith Kyrinis (2017).

Stay Connected on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario

To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook. Make sure to visit our website for further information.

Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of July 21st, **subject to change)

• • At all times, and in all places, 2-metre physical distancing should be respected.
• • Coaches and spectators are permitted at Golf Ontario Championships and Qualifiers with capacity limits. Spectators must check-in at registration, complete a wellness check and pick up accreditation before being allowed on the course.

For more information please contact:

Brianna Christopher,
Assistant, Marketing Communications, Golf Ontario;
BChristopher@gao.ca

Peter MacKellar,
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Golf Ontario;
PMacKellar@gao.ca