Liu Wins 2023 Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship
Golf Ontario
July 14, 2023
Richmond Hill, ON– The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship recently concluded at Summit Golf & Country Club, showcasing an impressive display of talent and sportsmanship from the next generation of golfers. Winning her second Golf Ontario championship this season was Shauna Liu of Station Creek Golf & Country Club after four fantastic rounds of golf this week.
The tournament featured a competitive field, with participants representing various clubs across the province. The young golfers showcased their technical prowess, strategic thinking, and mental fortitude throughout the tournament, making it a thrilling event for spectators and enthusiasts alike.
The standout performer of the tournament was Shauna Liu, with her exceptional swing, precision, and ability to maintain composure under pressure, Liu emerged as the deserving champion finishing 3-under (285). Her consistent play and outstanding shot-making abilities left an incredible mark on the competition, solidifying her status as one of the rising stars in junior girls’ golf in Ontario.
However, Liu faced stiff competition from Team Ontario and Mississauga Golf & Country Club’s Joline Truong, who put up a valiant fight until the very end finishing 2-under (286). The battle between these talented golfers showcased their unwavering determination and resilience. The audience was treated to a captivating duel as they played in the final group together, navigating the challenging course, delivering breathtaking shots and remarkable displays of skill. Aryn Matthews of Team Ontario and Bigwin Island Golf & Country Club took home the Bronze Medal, finishing 3-over (291) for the week.
Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, staff, and volunteers for supporting the Ontario Junior Girls Championship. A huge thank you to Summit Golf Club for hosting this incredible event. Lastly, a huge thanks to our sponsors and partners; Adidas, Taylor Made, Golf Talk Canada, Play Golf Myrtle Beach, Humber College, StrackaLine, HUB International, BioSteel, Golf Genius, Modern Golf, FitFuel, Dormie, Durham Artificial Grass, Foresight Sports Canada, Baka, Nikon, and Sport Travel. We’re always grateful for all your continued support.
For media coverage of the Ontario Junior Girls (U19) Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook page to view our photo albums. For live updates and videos please follow our Instagram To follow along with the leaderboard, visit our Golf Genius page.
About The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship
First contested in 1927, the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship features Ontario’s best amateur female golfers aged 18 and under. The event consists of 72 holes of stroke play competition. The championship has a rich history of young Ontarians who have had successful golf careers, such as World Golf Hall of Fame member Marlene Stewart Streit (1951, 1952). Other notable winners include Sandra Post (1965, 1966), Sue Hilton (1962), Alena Sharp (1997, 1998), Jessica Shepley (2001), Jennifer Kirby (2008, 2009), and Brooke Henderson (2011, 2012).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
Shauna Liu Continues Her Lead Heading Into The Final Round of The 2023 Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship from Summit G&CC
Golf Ontario
Richmond Hill, ON – As Shauna Liu continued her lead heading into the final round, resilience and determination were the focal points of day 3 of the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship at Summit Golf & Country Club. With extremely wet conditions delaying the start time, players had to battle against mother nature throughout the day. The competitors fought hard to move up in the leaderboard as the field became smaller. Many players moved up and down in their attempt to stake their claim to the title.
Our three-day leader Shauna Liu of Station Creek Golf Club continued to demonstrate her great play with some clutch putts to save par and great play off the tee. Facing stiff competition from Team Ontario’s Joline Truong who is only 3 shots back, sitting in second place going into the last day. Team Ontario’s Aryn Matthews and Julia Alexander-Carew are both tied for third place, which will ensure that round 4 of the tournament is going to be a thrilling event. With an array of high-calibre golfers battling it out on the final day of the 2023 Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship, it will surely be one to remember.
The competitors will start the final round at 7:30 am tomorrow. For media coverage of the Ontario Junior Girls (U19) Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook page to view our photo albums. For live updates and videos please follow our Instagram To follow along with the leaderboard, visit our Golf Genius page.
About The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship
First contested in 1927, the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship features Ontario’s best amateur female golfers aged 18 and under. The event consists of 72 holes of stroke play competition. The championship has a rich history of young Ontarians who have had successful golf careers, such as World Golf Hall of Fame member Marlene Stewart Streit (1951, 1952). Other notable winners include Sandra Post (1965, 1966), Sue Hilton (1962), Alena Sharp (1997, 1998), Jessica Shepley (2001), Jennifer Kirby (2008, 2009), and Brooke Henderson (2011, 2012).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
Liu maintains her lead after Day 2 of the 2023 Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship from Summit G&CC
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Richmond Hill, ON – Shauna Liu continued to impress on day 2 of the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship at Summit Golf & Country Club shooting even par (72) and maintaining her spot at the top of the leaderboard. With brisk temperatures and clear skies, Summit G&CC provided a great setting for the tournament once again as the competitors battled fiercely and demonstrated resilience as the round progressed. There were some remarkable performances as Julia Alexander-Carew and Stephanie Woo both shot a low round of 69. Here is how the rest of the day shaped up.
At the end of day two, Shauna Liu of Station Creek Golf & Country Club maintained her lead of 5 strokes by shooting even par (72). Sitting comfortably in first heading into day 3, Liu hopes “to continue getting up and down when missing greens in regulation”. Moving up from third place and into second is Team Ontario’s Aryn Matthews who shot a 1 under par (71). She credits her phenomenal performance to her short game; “I managed to make a few birdies on the back nine and a few up and downs”. One shot behind Matthew’s is Julia Alexander-Carew of Credit Valley Golf & Country Club who finished her second round with a 2 under par (69). The 2023 Junior Girls Champion of Champions winner looks to stake her claim at the title with round 3 just around the corner.
The final 44 competitors will start round three at 7:30 am tomorrow from hole 1. For media coverage of the Ontario Junior Girls (U19) Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook page to view our photo albums. For live updates and videos please follow our Instagram To follow along with the leaderboard, visit our Golf Genius page.
About The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship
First contested in 1927, the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship features Ontario’s best amateur female golfers aged 18 and under. The event consists of 72 holes of stroke play competition. The championship has a rich history of young Ontarians who have had successful golf careers, such as World Golf Hall of Fame member Marlene Stewart Streit (1951, 1952). Other notable winners include Sandra Post (1965, 1966), Sue Hilton (1962), Alena Sharp (1997, 1998), Jessica Shepley (2001), Jennifer Kirby (2008, 2009), and Brooke Henderson (2011, 2012).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
Liu leads the field after day 1 of the 88th Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship from Summit G&CC
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Richmond Hill, ON – With sunny skies and pristine fairways, Summit Golf & Country Club provided the platform for Shauna Liu of Station Creek Golf Club to lead the field as she finished her round with a 6 under par (66). Day 1 of the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship saw some very impressive performances as many golfers shot low scores. Competitors also demonstrated their ability to fight against adversity as they battled the high winds in the afternoon.
Having made 6 birdies and no bogeys, Liu credits her stellar play to her consistent putting throughout the day as well as precise approach shots. Trailing not too far behind is Team Ontario’s Joline Truong who is 2 under par after round one. Having finished in second place at the Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship, she looks to carry her momentum into this tournament. Another competitor to keep an eye out for this week is Aryn Matthews of Bigwin Island Golf & Country Club. Currently in third place after scoring even par, she looks to make her way up the leaderboard heading into the second day of the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship. Having finished in second place at the NextGen Ontario Championship, Matthews looks to continue her great run of form.
The competitors will begin their second round at 7:30 am tomorrow from hole 1. For media coverage of the Ontario Junior Girls (U19) Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook page to view our photo albums. For live updates and videos please follow our Instagram. To follow along with the leaderboard, visit our official tournament website.
About The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship
First contested in 1927, the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship features Ontario’s best amateur female golfers aged 18 and under. The event consists of 72 holes of stroke play competition. The championship has a rich history of young Ontarians who have had successful golf careers, such as World Golf Hall of Fame member Marlene Stewart Streit (1951, 1952). Other notable winners include Sandra Post (1965, 1966), Sue Hilton (1962), Alena Sharp (1997, 1998), Jessica Shepley (2001), Jennifer Kirby (2008, 2009), and Brooke Henderson (2011, 2012).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
Picturesque Summit Golf & Country Club set to host the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship
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July 10, 2023 Reaching the peak of the Golf Ontario calendar, the anticipation builds for the upcoming Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship, where the next generation of talented golfers will gather to showcase their skills and compete for the coveted trophy. Set to take place at the prestigious Summit Golf & Country Club from July 11-14 The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship promises to be a thrilling showcase of the future stars of women’s golf.
Summit Golf & Country Club’s General Manager Chris Neale had this to say regarding the upcoming tournament; “The members and staff at Summit Golf & Country Club are excited to host the upcoming Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship. The course is in great condition and welcomes competitors from all over the province for what is sure to be another exciting Golf Ontario Championship”.
Coming off a runner-up finish at last week’s Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship, Mississauga Golf & Country Club member Joline Truong will look to continue her strong play and challenge for victory once again. Some notable contenders that will be taking part in this year’s tournament are Team Ontario’s Aryn Matthews, Summit Golf Club member Krystal (ZhuoTong) Li, Emma Hansen, Kelly Zhao are all more than capable of emerging victorious come July 14. Fresh off of winning the (U19) Junior Girls Spring Classic earlier this season, Shauna Liu looks to maintain her momentum going into this tournament.
With practice rounds taking place Monday and Round 1 kicking off Tuesday morning, The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Championship promises to be a thrilling event that showcases the immense talent and potential of these young athletes. Tee times begin at 7:30 am on July 11 at Summit G&CC, Click here to view the championship website for pairings and results.
About The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship
First contested in 1927, the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls’ Championship features Ontario’s best amateur female golfers aged 18 and under. The event consists of 72 holes of stroke play competition. The championship has a rich history of young Ontarians who have had successful golf careers, such as World Golf Hall of Fame member Marlene Stewart Streit (1951, 1952). Other notable winners include Sandra Post (1965, 1966), Sue Hilton (1962), Alena Sharp (1997, 1998), Jessica Shepley (2001), Jennifer Kirby (2008, 2009), and Brooke Henderson (2011, 2012).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
Jasmine Ly Wins the 108th Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship
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July 8, 2023 North York, ON – Amidst the return of another beautiful summer day, the exciting final round of the 108th Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship unfolded at Donalda Club. The remaining fifty-four players showcased their determination as they contended for the trophy.
A large crowd gathered around the 18th green to watch the thrilling showdown between Jasmine Ly (Golf Ontario Member) and Joline Truong (Golf Ontario Member) as the two players were tied for first place coming down the stretch. After holding the second place position after rounds 2 and 3 Jasmine Ly (Golf Ontario Member) was able to get back-to-back birdies on holes 17 and 18 to propel her to victory.
Joline Truong (Golf Ontario Member) held the leadership position for rounds 2 and 3 but came in second place after shooting a (77) with two birdies. Following Truong in third place is Erin Kim (Golf Ontario Member). Kim finished the tournament today shooting a (73), with two birdies. Ly, Truong, and Naro will represent Ontario as the Interprovincial team at the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship later this summer in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Jasmine Ly (Golf Ontario Member) graciously acknowledged the collective efforts that contributed to the seamless execution of the tournament, Ly expressed her gratitude to the volunteers for their hard work, Golf Ontario for orchestrating this event, and Donalda Club for hosting. Most importantly Ly thanked her father for being her caddy for the tournament.
Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, officials and volunteers for their support of the 108th Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship. Also, Golf Ontario would like to thank Donalda Club board of directors, members and staff for hosting and supporting the players and championship.
Lastly, a huge thank you to all Golf Ontario sponsors; 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 Tournkey. We are grateful for your continued support.
About the Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur 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. 96 players will compete from across Ontario in a 72-hole stroke play format.
The Women’s Amateur has produced a rich history of champions throughout the tournament’s 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 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 Mid-Amateur championship will be awarded after 54 holes of play.. Other notable past champions of the event include 2012 Canadian Senior Women’s Champion Terrill Samuel (1991, 2000,2010, 2020), Casey Ward (2015) and Golf Ontario Hall of Fame members Gayle Borthwick Hitchens (1992, 1993), and Judith Kyrinis (2017).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
From Five Strokes Down to Five Strokes on Top; Luke Smith Completes the Comeback to Win Junior Boys Championship
Golf Ontario
July 7, 2023
Beeton, ON – Just when you think the odds were against him, Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club) reversed the narratives to win the 101st Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Championship in dramatic fashion. Smith spoke about the win; “It’s really cool, especially because I have a lot of pride in my province and playing for my province’s trophy and it’s been a really cool experience,” he said.
Smith entered the final round in second place but trailed by five strokes. However, he shot 65 in the final round to complete one of the most tremendous comebacks in tournament history to win with a 14-under par score. Smith said his putting is what led to his success today. “I just needed to make some putts. I’ve been missing a lot the whole week. I just knew if the putter was working then I think I would have a really good chance,” he said.
Smith surpassed Matthew Javier (Scarboro Golf & Country Club), who had an amazing tournament himself. Javier finished second place (9-under par) after shooting 75 in the final round. In third place comes Finn Meister, who moved up on the leaderboard today after shooting 68 in the final round.
Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, officials and volunteers for their support of the 101st Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Championship. Golf Ontario would also like to thank all members, staff and board of directors at The Club at Bond Head for hosting this championship and supporting the players over the course of these four days.
Lastly, a huge thank you to all Golf Ontario sponsors; 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 Tournkey. We are grateful for your continued support.
For media coverage of the 101st Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook page to view our photo albums. To view the full leaderboard, visit our Golf Genius page.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
July 7, 2023 North York, ON – The sun and heat returned during the 108th Ontario Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur Championship at Donalda Club.
Winning the Ontario Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship for the fifteenth time is Mary-Ann Hayward (St. Thomas Golf & Country Club Ltd). Hayward shot a (77) with two birdies.
We are proud to announce Golf Ontario team member Alexandra Taylor (Cherry Hill Club) took home second place in the Mid-Amateur Championship after shooting a (79) with one birdie. Following behind, tied for third place is; Jessica Levy (Donalda Club), Elizabeth Tong (Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto), and Meredith Fairbairn (Cutten Fields). Hayward, Taylor, and Fairbairn will represent Ontario as the Interprovincial team at the Canadian Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship later this month in Creemore, ON.
Joline Truong (Golf Ontario Member) continued to hold onto her first-place position today on the Amateur leaderboard after shooting a (74) with two birdies. Jasmine Ly(Golf Ontario Member) follows in second place with a (72) with four birdies. Tied for third place is Alissa XU (Station Creek Golf Club) and Shauna Liu (Station Creek Golf Club).
The fourth and final round of the Women’s Amateur Championship will tee off at 7:30 am tomorrow, July 8. To view pairings & starting times for each round and live leaderboard updates please visit the Official Tournament Website here.
About the Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur 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. 96 players will compete from across Ontario in a 72-hole stroke play format.
The Women’s Amateur has produced a rich history of champions throughout the tournament’s 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 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 Mid-Amateur championship will be awarded after 54 holes of play.. Other notable past champions of the event include 2012 Canadian Senior Women’s Champion Terrill Samuel (1991, 2000,2010, 2020), Casey Ward (2015) and Golf Ontario Hall of Fame members Gayle Borthwick Hitchens (1992, 1993), and Judith Kyrinis (2017).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
July 6, 2023 North York, ON – Rain and wind met competitors this afternoon with a brief threat of lightning suspending play for an hour during the 108th Ontario Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur Championship at Donalda Club.
The biggest jump up the leaderboard today saw 2020 Women’a Amateur champion Sydney Naro (Golf Ontario Member) move up 21 spots after shooting a (68) today with three birdies and is now tied in second place with Jasmine Ly (Golf Ontario Member) shooting a (70) and Erin Kim (Golf Ontario Member) shooting (72). Joline Truong (Golf Ontario Member) has held onto her first-place position today on the Amateur leaderboard after shooting a (67) with five birdies. Truong’s fellow competitors that she shared the leadership position with yesterday have slid into seventh and ninth place.
Holding onto the top position on the Mid-Amateur leaderboard is 14-time Women’s Mid-Amateur champion Mary-Ann Hayward (St. Thomas Golf & Country Club Ltd). Following behind Hayward on the Mid-Amateur leaderboard is Elizabeth Tong (Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto) shooting a (76) for five-over-par with one birdie. Meredith Fairbairn (Cutten Fields) finished the day in third with 2 birdies shooting a nine-over-par (80).
The third and final round of the Mid-Amateur as well as the third round of the Amateur Championship will tee off at 7:30 am tomorrow, July 7. The Amateur Championship has been cut to Low 54 & Ties, and the Mid-Amateur has been cut to the Top 15 & Ties. To view pairings & starting times for each round and live leaderboard updates please visit the Official Tournament Website here.
About the Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur 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. 96 players will compete from across Ontario in a 72-hole stroke play format.
The Women’s Amateur has produced a rich history of champions throughout the tournament’s 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 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 Mid-Amateur championship will be awarded after 54 holes of play.. Other notable past champions of the event include 2012 Canadian Senior Women’s Champion Terrill Samuel (1991, 2000,2010, 2020), Casey Ward (2015) and Golf Ontario Hall of Fame members Gayle Borthwick Hitchens (1992, 1993), and Judith Kyrinis (2017).
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
Javier Heads into Final Round with Sole Possession of Lead; Round 3 Recap
Golf Ontario
July 6, 2023
Beeton, ON – Despite wet and stormy weather conditions resulting in a brief suspension of play, the third round of the 101st Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Championship at The Club at Bond Head was nothing short of competitive.
With a lot of the competition trying to catch him, Matthew Javier (Scarboro Golf & Country Club) continues to hold first place at 12-under par. Javier shot 73 in round three and will take a five-stroke lead into the final round. Behind him are Isaiah Ellis (Lookout Point Country Club), Ben Sheridan (Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club) and Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club), who are all tied for second place at seven-under-par. Ellis moved up two spots on the leaderboard today after shooting 70 in the third round. Sheridan moved up three spots after shooting 69, which included an eagle on the 16th hole. Smith shot a 71 in round three.
With the fourth and final round on the horizon, many players will be eager to finish this tournament strong and catch up to the leaders. First tee-off tomorrow is at 7:30 a.m. For media coverage of the 101st Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook page to view our photo albums. To follow along with the leaderboard, visit our Golf Genius page.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.
