June 25–28 | Deerhurst Resort, Muskoka ON

One of Golf Ontario’s premier major championships is heading to the heart of Muskoka, as the 103rd Ontario Men’s Amateur Championship tees off at Deerhurst Highlands, the acclaimed championship course located within Deerhurst Resort. As one of the most coveted titles in provincial amateur golf, the Men’s Amateur brings together Ontario’s top players for four rounds of high-stakes stroke play on a layout known for its elevation, beauty, and strategic challenge.

More than just a tournament, this year’s championship represents a major moment for both Golf Ontario and Deerhurst Highlands—a celebration of elite amateur golf on a course that’s recently undergone a bold revitalization.

“Hosting one of the province’s most prestigious amateur golf championships is a tremendous honour for Deerhurst Highlands and a defining moment for our entire team,” said Taylor Ophelders, Golf Operations Manager at Deerhurst Resort. “This championship is the most prestigious event ever held at the Highlands, and it reflects our deep commitment to excellence in both course conditioning and guest experience.”

The championship returns to Deerhurst Highlands for the first time since 2017, when the course hosted the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur. This year, the venue welcomes a stacked field of returning champions, breakout talents, and seasoned contenders looking to etch their names into the province’s amateur golf history.

“Deerhurst is a special venue, and with the strength of this year’s field, we’re expecting an incredible week of competition,” said Rob Watson, Manager of Competitions at Golf Ontario. “This championship represents the highest level of amateur golf in the province.”

A Deep and Talented Field

Among the notable names competing this year are:

• Cameron Pero, 2023 Ontario Men’s Amateur champion

• Garrett Rank, 2018 champion

• Charles Fitzsimmons, fresh off his third Ontario Men’s Match Play title and still seeking his first Amateur win. Fitzsimmons also boasts victories at both the Ontario and Canadian Mid-Amateur levels.

In recent years, several Ontario Amateur champions have turned pro and competed on the global stage:

• Sudarshan Yellamaraju (2017) – Korn Ferry Tour; RBC Canadian Open

• Matt Anderson (2019) – Korn Ferry Tour

• Cougar Collins (2020) – Also teed it up at the RBC Canadian Open

 

A Course Built for Championship Moments

Opened in 1990, Deerhurst Highlands was the first championship course in Muskoka, co-designed by Robert Cupp and Tom McBroom. The layout has stood the test of time, combining dramatic granite outcroppings, elevation shifts, and smart bunkering to create one of Ontario’s most compelling tests of golf.

“The layout at Deerhurst Highlands is a masterclass in thoughtful, championship-caliber design,” Ophelders explained. “It rewards great shot-making and punishes anything less, which is exactly what makes it such an exciting and worthy venue for top-level competition.”

Key holes to watch include:

• Hole 2: A brutally tight par four with an uphill, multi-tiered green that can turn birdie hopes into bogey reality

 

• Hole 5: A links-style par five that tempts aggressive play but punishes miscalculation

 

• Hole 10: A dramatic dogleg right flanked by a towering granite rock wall—Deerhurst Highlands’ signature hole

 

“The greens will be a defining factor this week,” Ophelders added. “They’re undulating, multi-tiered, and require exceptional precision. Scoring well at the Highlands demands power, imagination, and control.”

A New Era Begins

This year also marks the debut of a fully redesigned 3rd hole, a par three that has remained untouched since the course’s opening. The renovation—part of a long-term investment by Freed Golf—was guided by Tom McBroom and brings both aesthetic beauty and strategic depth to the front nine.

“It’s a bold update that adds a fresh strategic element,” said Ophelders. “This isn’t just a new hole—it’s the start of a new era for Deerhurst Highlands.”

The update includes a rebuilt green complex, reshaped approach area, and the installation of a modern capillary bunker system—all designed to enhance playability and course conditioning.

Championship Atmosphere

Excitement is already building across the resort as Deerhurst prepares to welcome players, families, and spectators.

“The atmosphere leading up to a major golf event like this is truly electric,” Ophelders said. “Our turf team, members, and staff are all incredibly proud to showcase what we’ve built here. There’s a real sense of pride around Deerhurst Highlands.”

With a revitalized layout, a talent-rich field, and a deep legacy in Ontario golf, the 103rd Ontario Men’s Amateur Championship at Deerhurst Highlands promises to deliver a defining moment in the 2025 season.

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Deerhurst Resort Page: https://deerhurstresort.com/events/golf-ontario-mens-amateur-championship/ 

Live Scoring, Pairings & Results

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The 2025 Ontario Junior Girls’ Spring Classic concluded May 20th at FireRock Golf Club, with Nobelle Park of RattleSnake Point Golf Club capturing the title once again after a composed final round of 71. Park finished the 54-hole championship at 10-under-par (209), opening with back-to-back rounds of 69 before sealing the win on the final day.

“This means my hard work has paid off,” said Park. “Working out and keeping my game together during the winter means that I did everything right—and it really builds my confidence.”

Kaprice Park, also of RattleSnake Point, placed second at 3-under-par (216), followed by Cindy Yan of Golf Canada ClubHouse in third at 2-under-par (217).

Known for its elevation changes, tight fairways, and demanding greens, FireRock provided a true championship test. Park navigated the course with confidence and consistency, pulling ahead with steady play down the stretch. 

The Spring Classic once again showcased the impressive depth of talent emerging through Ontario’s junior golf ranks. From experienced competitors to rising stars in the U17 division, the field demonstrated maturity, resilience, and high-level shot-making throughout the week. Park’s back-to-back victories underscored both her dominance and the overall strength of competition—highlighting a bright future for junior golf in the province.

For full results, click here.

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Nobelle Park of RattleSnake Point Golf Club and Barron Mundy of Mississaugua Golf and Country Club triumphed at the Ontario Junior Players Invitational in Myrtle Beach. Park, a Team Ontario member, held on to her first-round lead, finishing even-par in the final round to win at one-over for the tournament.

Mundy claimed the boys’ title with a 216 total (70-74-72), finishing even-par, while Team Ontario’s Jordan Hwang of Emerald Hills Golf & Country Club finished second at +1.

Several Team Ontario players made strong showings in the boys’ division at the Ontario Junior Players Invitational. Luke Smith of The Thornhill Club finished tied for 9th with a +10 total (80-74-72), while Chase Jerome of Royal Ottawa Golf Club claimed 3rd place with a +2 total (75-73-70). Bode Stephen of Cataraqui Golf & Country Club tied for 4th at +3 (77-73-69), and Spencer Shropshire of Hawk Ridge Golf Club finished tied for 9th with a +10 total (81-72-73). Gabriel Mainella of Summit Golf & Country Club rounded out the group, also tying for 9th with a +10 total (73-77-76). These Team Ontario athletes showcased their skill and competitiveness throughout the event.

In the girls’ competition, Team Ontario players dominated the leaderboard. Nobelle Park led the way with a +6 total (75-72-75), while her teammate and sister, Kaprice Park, finished second at +7 (75-74-74). Alexis Card of Galt Country Club secured third place with a +8. Team Ontario also placed several other players in the top 10, including Sadie Wu, Claire Roberts, Kaylan Green, Amelia McFarlane, Avery Nordman, and former Team Ontario player Angela Cai showcasing the depth of talent from Ontario.

For the full leaderboard, CLICK HERE.

FAST FACTS

• All Team Ontario Girls finished in the Top 10.
• The lowest girls’ score was 71, achieved by Riviera Lindholm (St. Georges G&CC).
• Seven of the Top 10 boys are Team Ontario members.
• The lowest boys’ score was 69, achieved by Bode Stephen (Team Ontario).
• The 5th hole was the toughest, with an average score of 3.88.
• The 4th hole was the second toughest, averaging 4.67.
• The easiest hole was the 9th, with an average score of 4.07.
• The course’s scoring average was 80.33

With an exciting year ahead, the schedule highlights a mix of renowned and new venues, spanning the province to provide a platform for Ontario’s top talent to shine 

Golf Ontario is thrilled to unveil its 2025 championship schedule.  

This year’s schedule features 12 prestigious venues from SCOREGolf’s 2024 Top 100 Golf Courses in Canada list, alongside several beloved courses that continue to be favourites among players. 

With an exciting year ahead, the schedule highlights a mix of renowned and new venues, spanning the province to provide a platform for Ontario’s top talent to shine. 

“We’re thrilled to present one of the most dynamic and inclusive championship schedules in amateur golf, designed to cater to Ontario’s competitive golfers while partnering with some of the province’s most prestigious golf clubs,” said Golf Ontario Director of Competitions and Performance, John Lawrence. “The 2025 venues promise an exciting season, bringing the spirit of competition to communities across Ontario. We extend our sincere gratitude to the clubs that have graciously agreed to host our events. 

Highlights and Important Notes for the 2025 Championship Schedule: 

• Golf Ontario’s championships remain true to their core mission, but their names have been updated to ensure consistency across events and alignment with the standards set by golf’s governing bodies. These updates enhance clarity and continuity, making it easier for players, partners, and media to engage while preserving the rich traditions of the sport. 
   

• The 2025 Championship season will officially begin on March 10-11 with the highly anticipated return of the Ontario Junior Players Invitational at Legends Golf Resort – Parkland Course in Myrtle Beach, S.C. This 54-hole competition will once again grow its field, welcoming 84 of Ontario’s top junior boys and girls. 
   

• The Ontario Champion of Champions tournament will return to The Club at Bond Head on May 14th, utilizing both the North and South courses. This prestigious event is open to Men’s, Women’s, Senior Men’s, Senior Women’s, and Junior Boys’ & Girls’ club champions from the 2024 season. Clubs are encouraged to submit their champions to Golf Ontario to facilitate registration and approval for the event. 
   

• The 2025 Ontario Junior Boys’ & Girls’ Spring Classic marks its 30th anniversary as one of the province’s most esteemed junior tournaments. Consistently drawing Ontario’s top young golfers, the milestone event will take place at two exceptional courses—Wooden Sticks Golf Club and FireRock Golf Club. This tournament continues to serve as a proving ground for rising stars, offering a world-class stage to showcase their talent and a critical step in their competitive golf journey. 
   

• New for 2025, the Ontario Women’s Match Play Championship will debut the Senior Women’s Match Play Championship, open to players aged 50 and older. Featuring a shorter yardage setup, this new division provides a competitive yet accessible environment for senior golfers. Qualifying rounds will determine the top eight players who will advance to match play, expanding inclusivity and creating more opportunities for senior women to compete. 
   

• The 2025 Ontario Men’s Senior Amateur Championship introduces expanded qualifying for the 70-and-older division, with separate east and west qualifiers offering more entry opportunities. This enhancement eliminates the need for a practice-round qualifier, with 70-and-older spots determined through the two regional qualifiers. 

Golf Ontario extends its deepest gratitude to the clubs hosting our championships and qualifiers in 2025. Their unwavering support is instrumental in the continued success of amateur golf in Ontario. We greatly value these partnerships and look forward to another exceptional championship season. 

CLICK THE LINKS BELOW to view the full 2025 Championship Schedule and Registration Opening Dates. 

2025 Championship Schedule 

Registration Opening Dates  

Tournament website links will be available on GAO.ca on Friday, Feb. 7, this will include all information related to tournament eligibility, exemptions, entry fees, and other important information.  

Registrations for the 2025 Golf Ontario championship season will begin on Friday, Feb. 14 with a schedule of opening dates across the championships to follow.  

All registrations will open at 12 p.m. each day this year.  

Golf Ontario will continue to make announcements once confirmation of dates are made on the outstanding championship locations and to make announcements of any additional dates and venues or changes moving forward. 

For more information, visit the Golf Ontario Provincial Championships page, or contact our tournaments department at tournaments@gao.ca. 

Cam and Charlie Burke were crowned the Champions at Oakdale Golf & Country Club, capturing the Ontario Men’s Better Ball Championship.

Coming in hot off this year’s Ontario and Canadian Men’s Mid-Am championship wins, Cam and his father Charlie emerged victorious after defeating Connor Rochon and Owen Allen (Weston Golf & Country Club) in an intense six-hole playoff. Both teams had a better-ball score of 6-under-par 66.

Ty Wadsworth and Brad Wadsworth (Bellmere Winds Golf Resort) tied for third place with Gordon Gibson and Brett Geiser of Cedar Brae Golf Club with a score of 5-under-par for a total of 67.

56 teams (112 players) participated in the one-day event. Established in 1959, the Ontario Men’s Better Ball Championship has a long history at Oakdale Golf & Country Club.

For all final results, CLICK HERE.

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The top two ranked senior men’s amateur golfers in the province triumphed Thursday at Brampton Golf Club, capturing the Ontario Senior Men’s Better Ball Championship.

The duo of Dave Bunker (Cherry Hill Club) and Rob Cowan (Westmount Golf and Country Club) emerged victorious after defeating Dan Keogh (Toronto Golf Club) and Nigel Hollidge (Taboo Resort) in a one-hole playoff. Both teams carded a better-ball score of 5-under-par 66 on the day.

Last year’s champions, Bruno Ardito (Brampton Golf Club) and Gary Parker (Brampton Golf Club), secured third place.

A total of 55 teams (110 players) participated in the one-day event. Established in 1982, the Ontario Senior Men’s Better Ball Championship is open to players aged 55 and older as of the tournament date.

This victory marks the second provincial championship win this year for Bunker, following his triumph in the Ontario Senior Men’s Championship earlier this summer. He also claimed the Senior Porter Cup this season. Cowan recently finished in the top 15 at the Canadian Senior Men’s Championship and top 10 at the Ontario Senior Men’s Championship.

For all final results, CLICK HERE.

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The 2024 Ontario Provincial Super Camp & Junior Tour Championship concluded in a head-to-head playoff at Black Bear Ridge.

Boys’ Division

The rain was coming down as Rylan Hall of Team Ontario and Whistle Bear Golf Club played off against Team Canada’s Luke Smith of The Thornhill Club on hole 18.

After making the winning putt, Luke Smith was crowned the champion, scoring 69 for a total of 213. Hall finished the round with a score of 70.

Close behind in third place was Jager Pain who was two-under-par with scores of 73, 74, and 67 for a total of 214.

Girls’ Division

Team Ontario had two players winning Gold and Silver. Angela Cai of Heron Point Golf Links was the champion of the girl’s division after a strong performance with scores of 74, 71, 72 for a total of 217. Nobelle Park of Rattle Snake Point took home silver with scores of 74, 75, 73 for a total of 222.

Finishing in third place was Kayla Black of Markland Wood Golf Club. Black had scores of 74, 73, and 76 for a total of 223, only one point behind Park.

For all final results, CLICK HERE.

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The Brampton Golf Club will host this year’s Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship on September 26th. The one-day event will feature 56 two-man teams competing for the championship title in a better-ball format.

First held in 1982, the Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship is open to players aged 55 and older as of the tournament date.

QUOTE

“The Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship is a great way to close out the Senior Men’s championship season here in Ontario. This year’s field includes multiple past champions and many of the top-ranked senior players in the province, all eager to reclaim their spot at the top. We’re in for another exciting championship.”
— Connor Doyle, Tournament Director

TEAMS TO WATCH

Dave Bunker and Rob Cowan: The No. 1 and No. 2-ranked senior men in this season’s BioSteel Amateur Order of Merit Rankings, with Bunker also being the winner of the 2024 Ontario Senior Men’s Championship.

Bruno Ardito and Gary Parker: Defending champions from the 2023 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship.

Chris Lee and Cam Hreljac: Winners of the 2022 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship.

David Wilson and Eamonn McConnell: Champions of the 2021 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship.

Mark Bennett and Jim Briggs: The 2018 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship winners.

Notable nice playersDan Keogh and Nigel Hollidge.

FAST FACTS

Venue: Brampton Golf Club
Date: September 26
Field: 56 two-man teams
Format: 18-hole, better-ball
Leaderboard: HERE
Fun Fact: Past champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Nick Weslock and Stu Hamilton.

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The fifth annual Ontario Super Camp and Tour Championship kicks off this weekend in Belleville at Black Bear Ridge Golf Course and Resort.

More than 60 junior golfers, each earning their invitation based on the Junior Golf Pathway Rankings, will compete for top honors and the prestigious Dave Mills Trophy. The four-day event includes the 54-hole Tour Championship and a one-day Super Camp combine, taking place from September 22 to 25.

You can find the full schedule of events HERE.

QUOTE

“The Super Camp and Junior Tour Championship is an exciting time of the year for junior golf. There’s a lot at stake this week! The top 30 boys and girls in the province face off, showcasing what they’ve been working on all year. We’re extremely excited to see the best of the best compete for the title.”
— Mason Cowan, Championship Director.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

BOYS:

• Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club) – Team Canada NextGen member and 2023 Ontario Junior Boys U19 champion.
• Bode Stephen (Cataraqui Golf and Country Club) – Team Ontario athlete and winner of this year’s NextGen Atlantic Championship.
• Gabriel Mainella (Summit Golf and Country Club) – Ontario Next Wave member, winner of this year’s Ontario Junior Boys U19 Championship and Junior Players Invitational, and the No. 1-ranked U19 boy on the Junior Golf Pathway rankings.
• Jaeger Pain (Station Creek Golf Club) – Defending champion of last year’s Super Camp and Junior Tour Championship.
• Joseph Totino (Summit Golf and Country Club) – Winner of this year’s Ontario Junior Boys U15 Championship.
• Justin Chu (Meadowbrook Golf Club) – Finished second at this year’s Canadian U15 Championship.
• Karson Hurlbert (Camelot Golf and Country Club) – Finished T3 at this year’s Canadian U15 Championship.
• Chase Jerome (The Royal Ottawa Golf Club) – Team Ontario member.

GIRLS:

• Nobelle Park (RattleSnake Point Golf Club) – Team Ontario member with multiple wins this summer, including the Canadian U15 Championship, Ontario Women’s Amateur, Ontario Bantam U15 Championship, and the Junior Spring Classic.
• Avery Nordman (Canadian Golf and Country Club) – Ontario Juvenile Girls U17 champion.
• Kaylan Green (Scarboro Golf and Country Club) – Winner of this year’s Ontario Junior Girls U19 Match Play Championship.
• Sarah Xing (Players Club-Ottawa) – Winner of this year’s Ontario Peewee Girls U13 Championship.
• Angela Cai (Heron Point Golf Links) and Emily McKee (St. George’s Golf and Country Club) – McKee is the recent winner of the Ontario Women’s Four-Ball Championship.
• Evelyn Li (Brampton Golf Club) – Finished third at this year’s Canadian U15 Championship.

FAST FACTS

• Championship Venue: Black Bear Ridge Golf Course and Resort
• Championship Dates: September 22-25
• Field: 63 players—33 boys and 30 girls
• Format: One-day skills combine followed by a 54-hole stroke play championship.
• Leaderboard Link: View the leaderboard

FUN FACT

First awarded in 2021, the Dave Mills Trophy is named in honour of Dave Mills, a past Golf Ontario Executive Director and a passionate advocate for junior golf. Mills presented the first-ever Tour Championship trophy in 2020. The soapstone trophy was carved by Canada’s foremost Ojibway sculptor, Kris Nahrgang, who met with Mills before his passing.

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Golf Canada has set an impressive stretch goal of having 30 professional golfers at the highest levels of the sport by 2032.

The World Junior Girls Golf Championship is a huge part of that target.

Credit Valley Golf and Country Club will host the international tournament from Sept. 30 to Oct. 5, with 24 teams representing 23 nations — Canada gets two squads — competing. Lindsay McGrath, a 17-year-old golfer from Oakville, Ont., said she’s excited to be representing Canada and continue to develop her game.

“I’m really grateful to be here,” said McGrath on Monday after a news conference in Credit Valley’s clubhouse in Mississauga, Ont. “It’s just such an awesome feeling being here and representing our country, wearing all the logos and being on Team Canada.

“I’ve always wanted to play in this tournament, so it’s really special to me.”

McGrath will be joined by Nobelle Park of Oakville, Ont., and Eileen Park of Red Deer, Alta., on Team Canada 2. All three earned their places through a qualifying tournament last month.

“I love my teammates so much,” said McGrath. “I know Nobelle and Eileen very well. I’m just so excited to be with them. We have such a great relationship.”

Shauna Liu of Maple, Ont., Calgary’s Aphrodite Deng and Clairey Lin make up Team Canada 1. Liu earned her exemption following her win at the 2024 Canadian Junior Girls Championship while Deng earned her exemption as being the low eligible Canadian on the world amateur golf ranking as of Aug. 7.

Deng was No. 175 at the time, she has since improved to No. 171 and is Canada’s lowest-ranked player.

“I think it’s a really great opportunity,” said Liu. “We don’t really get that many opportunities to play with people from across the world, so it’s really great to meet new people and play with them.

“It’s great to see maybe how they play and take parts from their game that we might also implement our own games.”

Golf Canada founded the World Junior Girls Golf Championship in 2014 to fill a void in women’s international competition and help grow its own homegrown talent. The hosts won for the first time last year when Vancouver’s Anna Huang, Toronto’s Vanessa Borovilos and Vancouver’s Vanessa Zhang won team gold and Huang earned individual silver.

Medallists who have gone on to win on the LPGA Tour include Brooke Henderson of Smiths Falls, Ont., who was fourth in the individual competition at the inaugural tournament. She was on Canada’s bronze-medal team in 2014 with Selena Costabile of Thornhill, Ont., and Calgary’s Jaclyn Lee.

Other notable competitors who went on to become LPGA Tour winners include Angel Yin and Megan Khang of the United States, as well as Yuka Saso of the Philippines, Sweden’s Linn Grant and Atthaya Thitikul of Thailand.

“It’s not if, it’s when they’re going to be on the LPGA Tour,” said Garrett Ball, Golf Canada’s chief operating officer, of how Canada’s golfers in the World Junior Girls Championship can be part of the organization’s goal to have 30 pros in the LPGA and PGA Tours by 2032.

“Events like this, like the She Plays Golf festival that we launched two years ago, and then the CPKC Women’s Open exemptions that we utilize to bring in our national team athletes and get the experience has been important in that pathway.”

The individual winner of the World Junior Girls Golf Championship will earn a berth in next year’s CPKC Women’s Open at nearby Mississaugua Golf and Country Club.

Both clubs, as well as former RBC Canadian Open host site Glen Abbey Golf Club, were devastated by heavy rains through June and July as the Greater Toronto Area had its wettest summer in recorded history.

Jason Hanna, the chief operating officer of Credit Valley Golf and Country Club, said that he has seen the Credit River flood so badly that it affected the course’s playability a handful of times over his nearly two decades with the club.

Staff and members alike came together to clean up the course after the flooding was over, with hundreds of people coming together to make the club playable again.

“You had to show up, bring your own rake, bring your own shovel, bring your own gloves, and then we’d take them down to the golf course, assign them to areas where they would work, and then we would do a big barbecue down at the halfway house,” said Hanna. “We got guys, like, 80 years old, putting in eight-hour days down there, working away.”