College Prep Series at Kent State
Kent, OH — The College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Windmill Lakes Golf Club, delivered a weekend of competitive golf and memorable finishes as junior golfers from across the U.S. and Canada showcased their talent and determination.
In the Boys 16–18 Division, Thomas Mankowski of Canton, Ohio, took home the title after back-to-back rounds of 72–72 (+4 total), displaying poise and control throughout the tournament. Heath Boyko of Ontario and Alexander Stiegele of Westlake, Ohio, rounded out the top three, each demonstrating consistency under tough fall conditions.
Jordan Bello of Beaver, Pennsylvania, captured the Boys 14–15 Division with a steady 84–84 (+28) performance, pulling ahead with disciplined course management and a reliable short game.
In the Boys 10–11 Division, Agampratap Kanwar of Hudson, Ohio, impressed the crowd with rounds of 74–75 (+9 total) to secure the win over George Moore of Akron. Kanwar’s balanced play set the tone for his first major HJGT victory.
On the girls’ side, Kennedy Farrell of North Canton, Ohio, claimed the Girls 14–18 title, posting 82–82 (+24) to edge out Jocelyn Wintersteen and Jo Nicol in a competitive field. Farrell’s precision and calm under pressure were key in clinching the win.
In the Girls U13 Division, Sai Kohara of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, earned a narrow one-stroke victory with rounds of 88–92 (+40) over Katelyn Plummer of Pennsylvania, in one of the weekend’s most exciting finishes.
The event highlighted the depth of young golf talent in the region and provided players a college-prep style challenge — blending competition with experience on a championship-level course.
boys 16-18
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Kent, OH — Thomas Mankowski of Canton, Ohio, delivered a composed and consistent performance to capture the Boys 16–18 Division title at the College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Windmill Lakes Golf Club.
Mankowski’s back-to-back rounds of 72 (+4 total) showcased precision and maturity beyond his years, as he navigated the narrow fairways and slick greens of Windmill Lakes with poise. His steady play separated him from a deep field that featured some of the top prep talent from across the Midwest and Canada.
Heath Boyko of Chatham, Ontario, finished runner-up at 151 (+11) after an opening-round 74 kept him in contention, while Alexander Stiegele of Westlake, Ohio, rounded out the podium at 153 (+13).
The victory marks a significant achievement for Mankowski, who demonstrated control under pressure and the ability to finish strong — key traits for a player with college-level aspirations.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Thomas Mankowski
+4 Total
No. 2 Rank
Heath Boyko
+11 Total
No. 3 Rank
Alexander Stiegele
+13 Total
boys 14-15
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Kent, OH — Jordan Bello of Beaver, Pennsylvania, showcased consistency and control to claim victory in the Boys 14–15 Division at the College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Windmill Lakes Golf Club.
Bello posted consecutive rounds of 84 (+28 total) to secure the win in challenging fall conditions that tested even the most composed players. His steady ball striking and ability to recover from early bogeys helped him maintain a comfortable lead throughout the weekend.
Liam Miller of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, finished runner-up at 178 (+38), while Hudson Barnett of Irwin, Pennsylvania, and Jackson Clark of Chesterland, Ohio, tied for third at 183 (+43).
The victory capped off a strong showing for Bello, who demonstrated the kind of resilience and focus that bodes well for his continued development in the HJGT’s College Prep Series.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Jordan Bello
+28 Total
No. 2 Rank
Liam Miller
+38 Total
No. 3 Rank
Hudson Barnett
+43 Total
No. 3 Rank
Jackson Clark
+43 Total
boys 10-11
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Kent, OH — Agampratap Kanwar of Hudson, Ohio, turned in a stellar weekend to capture the Boys 10–11 Division title at the College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Windmill Lakes Golf Club.
Kanwar posted impressive rounds of 74 and 75 (+9 total), showcasing remarkable consistency and composure for his age. His control off the tee and confidence on the greens set him apart from the field, securing a four-stroke victory.
George Moore of Akron, Ohio, finished close behind in second at 153 (+13), highlighted by a strong opening-round 70 that kept the pressure on Kanwar heading into Sunday.
The win marks a statement performance for Kanwar, who displayed maturity and precision reminiscent of an elite junior golfer preparing for the next level.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Agampratap Kanwar
+9 Total
No. 2 Rank
George Moore
+13 Total
girls 14-18
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Kent, OH — Kennedy Farrell of North Canton, Ohio, delivered two steady rounds to earn the Girls 14–18 Division title at the College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Windmill Lakes Golf Club.
Farrell carded consistent scores of 82–82 (+24 total), showcasing her ability to manage the course and maintain composure throughout the weekend. Despite windy conditions and slick greens, she held firm to edge out the competition and secure the top spot.
Jocelyn Wintersteen of Cassadaga, New York, finished runner-up at 166 (+26) after an opening-round 81, while Johanna “Jo” Nicol of Dublin, Ohio, closed strong with a final-round 81 to finish third at 167 (+27).
Farrell’s disciplined play and calm under pressure made the difference, capping off a strong showing in one of the HJGT’s most competitive college prep events of the fall season.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Kennedy Farrell
+24 Total
No. 2 Rank
Jocelyn Wintersteen
+26 Total
No. 3 Rank
Jo (Johanna) Nicol
+27 Total
girls 13 & under
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Kent, OH — In a tightly contested battle at Windmill Lakes Golf Club, Sai Kohara of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, emerged victorious in the Girls U13 Division at the College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
Kohara posted rounds of 88 and 92 (+40 total), holding off Katelyn Plummer of Grove City, Pennsylvania, by a single stroke in one of the weekend’s most dramatic finishes. Despite a challenging final round, Kohara’s consistent approach play and steady putting proved decisive.
Plummer made a strong push with rounds of 91 and 90 (+41) but ultimately came up just short. Both players displayed impressive poise and competitive spirit throughout the event, making the Girls U13 division one of the highlights of the tournament weekend.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Sai Kohara
+40 Total
No. 2 Rank
Katelyn Plummer
+41 Total