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Ambassador GC Hosts 2nd Annual Ontario Provincial Super Camp & Tour Championship from Oct 4th to 8th

Peter MacKellar

 

Uxbridge, ON – Welcoming back the highly anticipated Ontario Provincial Super Camp after a successful launch in 2020, the second annual event will be hosted by the formidable Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor from October 4th to 8th. The camp will feature the top 65 junior boys and girls in the province for two days of testing (Golf Canada’s National Testing Protocols), a mental session, and three rounds of competition.

 

The five-day camp will give athletes a chance to train with other like-minded athletes and coaches, gain useful NTP data for themselves and other top athletes, and receive an introduction to the mental side of the game with Sport Psychologist Dr. Charles Fitzsimmons. The first two days will be focused on testing, a rules session, and mental training, with three days of competition to follow. This event is intended to be both a fun and competitive culmination of the season.

 

The 2021 event will have on-site activations with companies promoting products, and doing giveaways and contests. TaylorMade will be hosting a wedge station and handing out prizes, while Lululemon has a mindfulness station and yoga session scheduled. Following the two days of testing, TaylorMade has sponsored a Cookout with live music by Matthew Leon, on the patio at Ambassador GC on Tuesday evening.

 

Introducing the 2021 Ontario Tour Championship this year, athletes will compete over 54-holes of championship stroke play. Originally a four-day event in 2020, adding an additional day to the event in 2021 will allow for three rounds of Tour Championship play. The 65 top junior boys and girls invited to and competing at the 2021 Ontario Provincial Super Camp have earned their spot in the Tour Championship based on the Junior Golf Pathway Rankings. “The exciting part about this year, is that the American Junior Golf Association is giving out a fully exempt status for the top two boys and girls in the U19 and U17 divisions at the end of this championship”, explained Reggie Millage, Head Provincial Coach of Team Ontario.

 

Moving forward, competitors of the annual Ontario Provincial Super Camp and Tour Championship will be battling for the Dave Mills trophy. The trophy has been named in honour of Mills, a past Golf Ontario Executive Director and huge supporter and advocate for junior golf, who presented the first ever Super Camp trophy in 2020. For more information on the 2021 Ontario Provincial Super Camp and Tour Championship, visit our Golf Genius page.

 

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Key Provincial Competitions Protocols/Restrictions (as of September 22nd, 2021)

 

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

Bunker Wins Playoff to Claim Ontario Men’s Mid-Am Championship from Taboo Muskoka

Peter MacKellar

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

Gravenhurst, ON – Even colder conditions greeted competitors for the final round of the 2021 Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, at the gorgeous Taboo Muskoka. The temperature may not have risen, but the competition absolutely did, as we would see a champion crowned only after playoff holes.

Walking away after two extra holes, is now four-time winner of the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur, Dave Bunker (Cherry Hill Club), with a solid even par on the final day (71). Jonn Drewery (Westmount G&CC) shot a two-over (73), and would eventually miss a difficult par putt save on the second extra hole to secure the win to Bunker. The bronze medal was won by our 36-hole leader Brett Mitchell (Galt Country Club), after shooting a four-over (75). Round of the day belonged to Robert McCraken, who fired a brilliant four-under (67) to climb the leaderboard into fourth place.

Bunker, who also claims the Mid-Master category (40+) with the win, expressed great pleasure in his play. “I played well today, with only one hole mistake. It’s nice to win something, as I’ve played well the last month and a half, with the worst I’ve finished was top four.”  Describing his steady play on a challenging course while guys stumbled around him, Bunker noted “I know it’s a difficult course and anything can happen, if you keep going and not lose your focus an even par or one-under can win it”.

Bunked thanked his wife most importantly for her patience and understanding as he’s had a very busy past five weeks. “She’s been very patient with me, it’ll be nice to be home for a while and she’s coming with me to California for my future golf in two weeks”.

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, rules officials, staff and members for their support of the 2021 Ontario Men’s Mid-Am Championship. To Taboo Muskoka and your team, thank you sincerely for being such amazing hosts and welcoming us for another championship this season.

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.

For more information on the championship and to follow the leaderboard, click here to view our Golf Genius tournament page.

About the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship

Since 1993, the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur championship has proven to be one of Ontario’s most sought after and important Championship titles. The 54-hole competition caters to Ontario’s best golfers age 25 and older that have gained entry into the event through qualifying tournaments or an exemption.

Despite its young history, the championship has developed a notable list of past champions including Garrett Rank (2015, 2018) and Golf Hall of Fame members Stu Hamilton (1993, 1998), Kelly Roberts (1997), and Dave Bunker (2007, 2011, 2014).

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 September 22nd, 2021)

For more information please contact:

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

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

Toronto GC’s Wilson & McConnell Secure the 2021 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship

Peter MacKellar

 

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

 

Brampton, ON – In dual coverage of action for today’s championships, the Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship took to the prestigious course at Brampton Golf Club for an 8:00 a.m. start this morning. With just 18-holes of competitive stroke play to determine the 2021 champions, the Toronto Golf Club’s David Wilson and Eamonn McConnell come out on top.

 

Taking home the championship title with a stellar round of 67, Wilson and McConnell battled the field to win just one-stroke ahead of a tight leaderboard. Silver medalists, Jay Campbell and Scott Hepburn (Oaks G&CC) held off a pack of third place winners with a smooth three-under 68 total. In the bronze medalist position we had a tie between six teams, consisting of the following; Phil Charal and Tony Robinson (Summit G&CC), Gawain Robertson and Jack Moussaoui (Cataraqui G&CC), Mark Kalbfleisch and Brad Stumpf (Oshawa G&CC), John Saffran and John Zdonek (Pointe West GC), Brian Humphrys and Rick Robinson (The Pulpit Club), and Bruno Ardito and Gary Parker (Brampton GC Ltd.).

 

In the post win interview, Wilson expressed that the win “feels amazing considering I grew up here at Brampton. I worked here as a kid, played a thousand rounds of golf, and left a number of years ago, so it was a real thrill to come back with my good friend Eamonn. We got it around with a good ‘ham and egg’ today.” McConnell added “it was my first time playing Brampton, so it was a real treat. It’s a great golf course and we both played really well. I was in the water twice, while David’s putting for birdie. We just played really well that way, where one of us was in good shape on just about every hole. We made some good putts, had four birdies, no bogeys which is the key to the game, and we just played solid golf. It was fun!” Representing the Toronto Golf Club, McConnell expressed that while playing a lot of individual golf, “it’s great to play as teammates. Our reaction today was definitely a little surprised.” Wilson concluded the interviewing by adding “I’m especially happy because, as we just joked earlier, this is my rookie year as a senior, just having turned fifty-five last year. It’s really special coming here with my good friend to represent Toronto GC and have that bridge between my history here at Brampton, and taking the trophy home to our home club.”

 

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, rules officials, staff and members for their support of the 2021 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship. To Brampton Golf Club and your team – General Manager Boris Uvakov, Head Golf Professional Patrick Yashar, Course Superintendent Martin Kopp, Manager of Clubhouse Operations/ Membership Relations & Sales Ian Hogg, Executive Chef Anthony Mart, and Food & Beverage Manager Narender Bist – Thank you for being such amazing hosts and welcoming us during your centennial anniversary year.

 

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 Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship, visit our Golf Genius page.

 

About the Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship

The Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship was first contested in 1982. It is open to players aged 55 and older as of the date of the tournament. The championship trophy was originally donated by the Oakdale Golf & Country Club, who annually hosted many Men’s Better-Ball Championships. Notable champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Famers Nick Westlock and Stu Hamilton.

 

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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 September 22nd, 2021)

 

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

 

Brett Mitchell Hangs onto Lead After Round 2 of Ontario Men’s Mid-Am from Taboo Muskoka

Peter MacKellar

 

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

 

Gravenhurst, ON – Chilly blue skies welcomed back golfers to round two of the 2021 Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, at the beautiful Taboo Muskoka. Temperatures rose slightly through the day, as did the wind at times, forcing competitors to work for opportunities to climb the leaderboard on moving day.

 

Hanging on to the lead once again after 36 holes with a solid one-over par on the day (73) is Brett Mitchell (Galt Country Club). Mitchell started off on fire with three birdies on his first ten holes but unfortunately stumbled down the stretch with four bogeys and a double-bogey. Also sitting alone in second again with a one-over (73) for the day is Jonn Drewery (Westmount G&CC). Climbing the leaderboard ranks with a three-under (69) was both Will Mitchell (Oshawa G&CC) and three-time Men’s Mid-Am Champion Dave Bunker (Cherry Hill Club). Drewery sits even par after two rounds, while Bunker sits at one-over. Low round of the day belongs to Eric Pattenaude (Sarnia G&CC),who recorded a stellar three-under (68) to find himself in fifth place alongside Scott Rutgers (Pointe West GC) and Josh Hunke (Deer Ridge GC).

 

Golf Ontario will also recognize the Mid-Master (40+) Champion after tomorrow’s final round. For this section, Drewery currently leads the group with a score of -1 with Bunker two strokes back.

 

Golf Ontario will be making cuts tonight to the low 48 scorers (and anyone tying for 48th place) to continue to play into tomorrow’s third round. The final round of the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship will begin at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday morning). For more information on the championship and to follow the leaderboard, click here to view our Golf Genius tournament page.

 

About the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship

Since 1993, the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur championship has proven to be one of Ontario’s most sought after and important Championship titles. The 54-hole competition caters to Ontario’s best golfers age 25 and older that have gained entry into the event through qualifying tournaments or an exemption.

 

Despite its young history, the championship has developed a notable list of past champions including Garrett Rank (2015, 2018) and Golf Hall of Fame members Stu Hamilton (1993, 1998), Kelly Roberts (1997), and Dave Bunker (2007, 2011, 2014).

 

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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 September 22nd, 2021)

 

For more information please contact:

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

 

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

 

Cooler challenging conditions welcomes round 1 of Ontario Men’s Mid-Am from Taboo

Peter MacKellar

 

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

 

Gravenhurst, ON – Cold fall golf conditions ushered in round one of the 2021 Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, at the scenic Taboo Muskoka. Known for its panoramic beauty, the Taboo golf course is a captivating gateway to Muskoka, one of Canada’s truly outstanding golf destinations. While cooler blue skies hung overhead all day, the competitors took to the challenging and beautiful course in hopes of an early hot start.

 

Holding the leader position after round one with an impressive score of four-under par (67) is Brett Mitchell (Galt Country Club), who shot four birdies on a clean scorecard to finish off the low score of the day. Sitting alone in second with a three-under (68) for the day, including five birdies and two bogeys, is Jonn Drewery (Westmount G&CC). One stroke back of Drewery is both 2019 Champion  Charles Fitzsimmons (St. Thomas G&CC) and Ryan Kings (Deer Ridge GC) with solid two-under rounds (69).

 

After round two, Golf Ontario will be making cuts to the low 48 scorers (and anyone tying for 48th place) to continue play into the third and final round. The second round of the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship will begin at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (Wednesday morning). For more information on the championship and to follow the leaderboard, click here to view our Golf Genius tournament page.

 

About the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship

Since 1993, the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur championship has proven to be one of Ontario’s most sought after and important Championship titles. The 54-hole competition caters to Ontario’s best golfers age 25 and older that have gained entry into the event through qualifying tournaments or an exemption.

 

Despite its young history, the championship has developed a notable list of past champions including Garrett Rank (2015, 2018) and Golf Hall of Fame members Stu Hamilton (1993, 1998), Kelly Roberts (1997), and Dave Bunker (2007, 2011, 2014).

 

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 September 22nd, 2021)

 

For more information please contact:

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

 

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

 

 

A Return to Taboo for Men’s Mid-Am Championship September 28-30

Peter MacKellar

Uxbridge, ON – With fall golf season now upon us, Golf Ontario is excited to welcome the 2021 Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship to Taboo Muskoka from September 28th to 30th. As championship season is nearly approaching a close, we would like to thank all players, spectators, and volunteers for respecting and continuing to adhere to the COVID-19 protocols.

After kicking off our 2021 season at Taboo Muskoka in June, we are extremely pleased to be back to the course that will offer competitors a challenging layout carved into the dramatic Canadian Shield landscape. Consistently voted among Canada’s Top 100 courses and renowned for its panoramic beauty, the Taboo golf course is a captivating gateway to Muskoka, one of Canada’s truly outstanding golf destinations. Managing Director, Nigel Hollidge, shared that due to the rain “the course might play a little longer. However, it’ll be a great test of golf that everyone will enjoy.”  We greatly appreciate Taboo’s continued support of Golf Ontario championships and look forward to experiencing the picturesque course over the three-day championship.

The Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship will consist of athletes from the following eight qualifiers:  Woodington Lake Golf Club (July 19, 2021), Rebel Creek Golf Club (July 20, 2021), Otter Creek Golf Club (July 21, 2021), Rosedale Golf Club  (July 26, 2021), Donalda Club (August 9, 2021), Cataraqui Golf & Country Club (August 19, 2021), Lively Golf Club (August 28, 2021), and Essex Golf & Country Club (August 30, 2021).

Players to watch for include the 2020 Men’s Mid-Amateur Champion Ryan Tsang (Cedar Brae GC), 2020 silver medallists Charles Fitzsimmons (Thornhill Club) and David Lang (Donalda Club), and the always dangerous three-time winner of this championship, Dave Bunker (Cherry Hill Club).

First tee for round one (of three) is set for Tuesday, September 28th at 8:00 a.m.  For more information on the championship and to follow the leaderboard, click here to view our Golf Genius tournament page.

About the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship

Since 1993, the Ontario Men’s Mid-Amateur championship has proven to be one of Ontario’s most sought after and important Championship titles. The 54-hole competition caters to Ontario’s best golfers age 25 and older that have gained entry into the event through qualifying tournaments or an exemption.

Despite its young history, the championship has developed a notable list of past champions including Garrett Rank (2015, 2018) and Golf Hall of Fame members Stu Hamilton (1993, 1998), Kelly Roberts (1997), Dave Bunker (2007, 2011, 2014).

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 September 22nd, 2021)

For more information please contact:

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

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

Owen Kim & Alissa Xu Crowned the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Match Play Champions

Peter MacKellar

 

GIRLS LEADERBOAD | BOYS LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

 

Thornton, ON – Greeted by fog and a misting of rain, the final round of the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Boys’ and Girls’ Match Play Championship got underway at 8:00 a.m. today, with two Team Ontario athletes claiming the titles. Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC) and Alissa Xu (Station Creek GC) conquered the challenging Tangle Creek Golf and Country Club while enduring less than ideal weather conditions, for a total of 108 (90) holes of golf over three days.

 

The Semi-Final round teed off at 8:00 a.m. this morning, with Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club), Ethan Irvine (Hamilton G&CC), Andreas Diogenous (Whistle Bear), and Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC) fighting for a spot in the final round. In a well fought battle, bronze medals would be awarded to Smith and Diogenous. Irvine took Smith in 2&1 to advance to the final round, while the other Boys’ match would continue to five playoff holes. Kim went head-to-head against Team Ontario teammate, Andreas Diogenous (Whistle Bear), to come out on top. In the final round, Irvine and Kim were even at the turn, with Kim winning two holes on the back nine to take the title 2&1.

 

Taking home his third 2021 Ontario Championship title, Kim said “I knew going in that I didn’t want to be too aggressive. I didn’t want to go birdie hunting, I just tried to make as many pars as I could and it worked out.” Over the three days of competition, Kim agreed that day two was the most challenging weather wise, but commented that he “was able to stay dry, and hit decent shots to the green to make par.” Since our last interview with Kim at the Ontario Juvenile Boys’ Championship, he’s participated in the National Junior Selection Camp. He added that “I thought it was pretty cool seeing meeting all the coaches for Golf Canada out there and just being able to play with the best players in Canada. Just being there was a really cool experience.”

 

The first Girls’ Semi-Final match of the day took place at 8:16 a.m., against Team Ontario teammates, Alissa Xu (Blue Springs GC) and Sarah Gallagher (Blue Springs GC). Xu would take Gallagher 2&1 to move through to the Final round. The second semi-final match occurred between Myranda Quinton (Blue Springs GC) and Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point GC), which would go into four playoff holes with Quinton taking the win in a sudden death defeat. The final match of the day would be won by Xu, with an impressive 6&4 takedown over Quinton.

 

Claiming her first Ontario Championship win, Xu said “it feels really good! I think it’s a great stepping stone for me.” She also added, “the weather was tough. I played pretty well, as I felt like I was stable out there which is very important in this kind weather.” When asked what the strongest part of her game was, Xu commented that “I think my putting was really good. I made a lot of clutch putts.” Having a strong 2021 season, Xu qualified for the USGA Junior Girls Championship earlier this summer and experienced her first year on Team Ontario. Both Owen Kim and Alissa Xu will be attending the Provincial Super Camp and Ontario Tour Championship at Ambassador Golf Club from October 4th to 8th.

 

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, rules officials, and staff for their support of the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Match Play Championship. To Tangle Creek Golf and Country Club and your team – General Manager & Managing Partner Richard Edmonds, Superintendent Mike McDevitt, F&B Manager & Managing Partner Andrew North, Executive Chef Ian Brown, and Golf Services Manager Amy McDevitt – Thank you for being such amazing hosts through these three days of challenging weather conditions.

 

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 Junior (U19) Boys Match Play Championship information, visit our Golf Genius page. Information for the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Match Play Championship can be found on our Golf Genius page here.

 

About the Ontario Junior Boys & Girls (U19) Championship

The Junior Boys’ Match Play Championship has been contested since 1998 featuring Ontario’s top 16 amateur male golfers age 18 and under. The field is determined by results from four qualifiers. Notable past champions include Matt McQuillan, Justin Shin, Stephane Dubois, and Jon Boncoddo.

 

The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Match Play Championship is contested annually and features Ontario’s top 16 amateur female golfers age 18 and under. Players can earn their way into the championship through the Jr. Girls Spring Classic and the Ontario Jr. Girls Championship. Notable past champions include Alena Sharp, Stefi Markovich, Christina Yoon, Elizabeth Tong and Grace St-Germain.

 

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 September 22nd, 2021)

 

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

 

Soggy Round of 16 & 8 at the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Boys’ & Girls’ Match Play

Peter MacKellar

 

GIRLS LEADERBOAD | BOYS LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

 

Thornton, ON – The weather was not in our favour for day two of the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Boys’ and Girls’ Match Play Championship. With heavy rain through the night, we were extremely lucky to have playable conditions today at Tangle Creek G&CC. Throughout 36-holes of golf for both the boys and girls, the rain continued and the temperature decreased, creating challenging conditions for the Round of 16 and Quarter-Final round.

 

The action got underway at 8:00 a.m. with the Boys Match Play taking to the course first for the Round of 16. The Quarter-Final round took to the course at 1:00 p.m., with players continuing to battle the weather conditions. Making it through to the Semi-Final round is Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club), Ethan Irvine (Hamilton G&CC), Andreas Diogenous (Whistle Bear GC), and Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC). Kim has won both the Ontario Juvenile Boys and Ontario Junior Boys Spring Classic Championship in 2021, while Diogenous is Kim’s teammate on Team Ontario and Smith claimed runner-up at the 2021 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys Championship.

 

The Girls Match Play teed off at 9:04 a.m., with the Round of 16 taking place first. Weather conditions made for a slow round, pushing the Quarter-Final round to 2:05 p.m.. The girls had to hustle in the Round of 8 as the final match got underway at 3:06 p.m.. With all four matches completing just before dark, the competitors advancing to the Semi-Final round tomorrow include Alissa Xu (Station Creek GC), Sarah Gallagher (Blue Springs GC), Myranda Quinton (Blue Springs GC), and Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point GC). McGrath is the 2021 Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Champion, while Xu and Gallagher are both Team Ontario athletes.

 

Action from the Semi-Final round starts at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow morning, with the Boys teeing it up first. The Girls take to the course at 8:16 a.m.. The Final round will take place later in the afternoon at approximately 1 pm, with official tee times to be found on our Golf Genius pages. For Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Match Play Championship information, visit our Golf Genius page. Information for the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Match Play Championship can be found on our Golf Genius page here.

 

About the Ontario Junior Boys & Girls (U19) Championship

The Junior Boys’ Match Play Championship has been contested since 1998 featuring Ontario’s top 16 amateur male golfers age 18 and under. The field is determined by results from four qualifiers. Notable past champions include Matt McQuillan, Justin Shin, Stephane Dubois, and Jon Boncoddo.

 

The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Match Play Championship is contested annually and features Ontario’s top 16 amateur female golfers age 18 and under. Players can earn their way into the championship through the Jr. Girls Spring Classic and the Ontario Jr. Girls Championship. Notable past champions include Alena Sharp, Stefi Markovich, Christina Yoon, Elizabeth Tong and Grace St-Germain.

 

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 September 22nd, 2021)

 

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

Weather Cooperates for the Round of 64 & 32 at the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Boys’ & Girls’ Match Play

Peter MacKellar

 

GIRLS LEADERBOAD | BOYS LEADERBOARD |
PHOTOS


Thornton, ON – A light misting of rain greeted the first day of competition at the 2021 Ontario Junior (U19) Boys’ and Girls’ Match Play Championship. With the weather cooperating throughout the day at Tangle Creek G&CC, players were able to complete the Round of 64 and Round of 32.

 

The Junior Boys’ Match Play competed over 36-holes of golf today, with the Round of 64 starting at 8:00 a.m. this morning and the Round of 32 teeing off at 1:34 p.m. this afternoon. Past Golf Ontario champions making it through to the Round of 16 include 2021 Ontario Junior Boys’ Champion, James Newton (Royal Ottawa GC), 2021 Ontario Junior Spring Classic and Ontario Juvenile Boys’ Champion, Owen Kim (Blue Springs GC), as well as 2020 Ontario Juvenile Boys’ Champion, Andreas Diogenous (Whistle Bear GC).

 

Following the Boys’ Round of 64, the Junior Girls’ Match Play took to the course at 12:30 p.m. today with a split start tee time, to play out the Round of 32. Previous Golf Ontario champions making it through to the Round of 16 include 2021 Ontario Junior Girls’ Champion, Peyton Costabile (Whistle Bear GC), 2021 Ontario Juvenile Girls’ Champion, Joline Truong (Trafalgar G&CC), and 2021 Ontario Bantam Girls’ Champion, Shauna Liu (Station Creek GC).

 

The Round of 16 gets underway at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow morning, with the Boys teeing it up first. The Girls take to the course at 9:04 a.m.. The Quarter-Finals/ Round of 8 will take place later in the afternoon, with tee times to be found on our Golf Genius pages. For Ontario Junior (U19) Boys Match Play Championship information, visit our Golf Genius page. Information for the Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Match Play Championship can be found on our Golf Genius page here.

 

About the Ontario Junior Boys & Girls (U19) Championship

The Junior Boys’ Match Play Championship has been contested since 1998 featuring Ontario’s top 16 amateur male golfers age 18 and under. The field is determined by results from four qualifiers. Notable past champions include Matt McQuillan, Justin Shin, Stephane Dubois, and Jon Boncoddo.

 

The Ontario Junior (U19) Girls Match Play Championship is contested annually and features Ontario’s top 16 amateur female golfers age 18 and under. Players can earn their way into the championship through the Jr. Girls Spring Classic and the Ontario Jr. Girls Championship. Notable past champions include Alena Sharp, Stefi Markovich, Christina Yoon, Elizabeth Tong and Grace St-Germain.

 

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 September 22nd, 2021)

 

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

 

Matthews and Kelly prevail in Ontario Women’s Four-ball from Ladies GC

Peter MacKellar

 

Aryn Matthews (Bigwin Island GC) and Nyah Kelly (Lindsay G&CC) claim the title while Angela Penfound and Gail Bishop (Midland G&CC) win net division 

 

LEADERBOARD | PHOTOS

 

Thornhill, ON — Summer like conditions welcomed 68 players in teams of two at the Ladies GC of Toronto for the 67th annual Ontario Women’s Four-Ball Championship. With warm weather came hot play, and the day proved to be competitive just like most years in the past.

 

After 18 however, it was Aryn Matthews (Bigwin Island GC) and Nyah Kelly (Lindsay G&CC) who prevailed. The duo finished the tournament with an impressive six-under (65), including 7 birdies on their card to leave as four-ball champions.

 

“We came out hoping to just have a good time,” said Kelly. “We ended up playing really well and having lots of fun”. Matthews ended, “I feel like together we make a good team and encouraged each other. We both made good approach shots throughout the round.”

 

Trailing just two strokes behind in second place, was Sarah Yang and Michelle P. Ding (both of Station Creek GC), who recorded a solid four-under (67). Finishing in third was the duo of Emily Zhu (Public Player) and Cynthia Zhao (Station Creek GC), after firing a three-under (68).

 

As for the Low Net portion of the tournament, it was the team of Angela Penfound and Gail Bishop (Midland G&CC) who came out on top after a three-hole playoff against fellow club players Susan Rooney and Mary Sallinen, also of Midland G&CC.

 

Golf Ontario would like to thank the players, starters, referees, scorers, and volunteers for their support of the 2021 Ontario Women’s Four-Ball Championship. Thank you as well to Ladies GC of Toronto and your staff, volunteers, and members for being such fantastic hosts and continued support of this historic event.

 

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.

 

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