The sixth annual Ontario Adaptive Championship heads to Weston Golf & Country Club July 15 – 16.
Nearly 50 of Ontario’s top golfers with a disability will compete for a provincial title.
Since its inaugural championship in 2019, the Ontario Adaptive Championship has allowed golfers with disabilities to showcase their skills as well as ensuring a proper pathway towards player development.
The first tee-off is set for 8 a.m. Monday.
For all pairings and start times, CLICK HERE.
PLAYER NOTES
Of the female golfers, notable players in the field include:
Natasha Stasiuk (Heron Point Golf Links), who goes for a sixth consecutive Ontario Adaptive Championship. She comes off an eighth-place finish in the Women’s U.S. Adaptive Open.
Tess Trojan (Golf Canada Club – Ontario), a gold medalist at the 2015 World Games, twice National Games and once at Provincial Games.
Of the male golfers competing, notable names include:
Last year’s Men’s Ontario Adaptive Champion, Chris Willis (RedCrest Golf Club), who also finished tied for seventh at the Men’s 3rd Annual U.S. Adaptive Championship.
Chris Garner (ParaGolf Ontario), the 2022 ALD World Long Drive Champion in the Adaptive Division.
Team Ontario coach, and two-time winner of the Ontario Junior Boys Spring Classic, Reggie Millage.
QUOTES
Kyle McFarlane, Golf Ontario CEO: “We are excited to kick off the sixth playing of the Ontario Adaptive Championship next week at the amazing Weston Golf and Country Club. This championship consistently delivers memorable moments and exceptional play, underscoring the power of our sport and Golf Ontario’s commitment to Golf For All.”
FAST FACTS
Championship Venue: Weston Golf & Country Club
Championship Dates: July 15 – 16
Field: 45 players (42 Men, 3 Women)
Format: 36-hole stroke play
Leaderboard Link: 24′ Ontario Adaptive Championship Event :: Tournament Results (golfgenius.com)
Fun Fact: Arnold Palmer won his first professional tournament at Weston Golf & Country Club, the 1955 Canadian Open.
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