This August, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour and the Fore All Junior Golf Foundation are proud to host the inaugural Fore All Junior Golf Foundation Match Play Challenge, an invitation-only, elite junior golf showdown at the prestigious Club at Ibis in West Palm Beach. In a 24-versus-24 team format, boys and girls ages 10 to 18 from across the country will battle head-to-head in 9-hole and 18-hole match play, testing skill, strategy, composure, and teamwork under pressure.
This week, we are proud to introduce two members from the Hurricane Team and one member from the Fore All Junior Golf Foundation Team. We will feature more players from each team leading up to the event on August 9-10, 2025.
Baylee Huff
HJGT All-Stars
Who is your favorite golfer, and why do they inspire you?
Hideki Matsuyama. I was able to be his “caddie” as part of the Phoenix Open Pro AM in 2017. He was very nice to me and talked to me about cartoons. As I learned more about Hideki, I really appreciate how respectful he is, and that character trait inspires me.
What is your favorite golf brand(s) to wear on the course?
I like with wear Footjoy shirts and Lululemon skirts.
Tell us about your future goals and how golf fits into the big picture.
My goal is to become a nurse anesthetist. Golf is helping pave the way to a good college, and the core values of golf I learned in The First Tee will help me succeed.
What advice do you have for younger players starting their junior golf journey?
My advice is to have fun and always laugh at the bad shots because if you grind too much at a young age, you will lose your passion for the sport.
Where would you like to play collegiate golf and why?
I would like to play golf at either Rhodes College, Penn State Altoona, or Piedmont University.
What is your favorite golf course or tournament?
My favorite golf course I have played at is the Golf Club of Texas because I shot my first even-par round there.
What excites you the most about the upcoming Fore All Match Play Challenge?
I am excited to play in Florida again at the first Fore All Match Play Challenge.
What are you doing to prepare for this match-play event?
I am working hard on my short game so I can continue to shoot low at the event.
Tyler Huff
HJGT All-Stars
Who is your favorite golfer, and why do they inspire you?
Harris English. I was able to be his “caddie” as part of the Phoenix Open Pro AM in 2015. He was so kind and gentle to a 7-year-old with a stomach bug. The way he carries himself is what inspires me.
What is your favorite golf brand(s) to wear on the course?
I like wearing Peter Millar.
Tell us about your future goals and how golf fits into the big picture.
My goal is to work in Cybersecurity and the core values of golf, like sportsmanship, honesty, integrity, will help my to succeed in my field.
What advice do you have for younger players starting their junior golf journey?
My advice is to focus on accuracy because distance will come over time.
Where would you like to play collegiate golf and why?
I will be playing collegiate golf at Emory University in August 2025.
What is your favorite golf course or tournament?
My favorite golf course I have played at is TPC Scottsdale.
What excites you the most about the upcoming Fore All Match Play Challenge?
I usually play stroke play tournaments, so I am looking forward to the format.
What are you doing to prepare for this match-play event?
I am working on my swing and aim at the range and playing golf to prepare.
Jaxson Weese
Fore All Junior Golf Foundation All-Stars
Who is your favorite golfer, and why do they inspire you?
My favorite golfer is Ben Griffin because he shows that anyone can come back to the game, work hard, have GRIT and have winning results.
What is your favorite golf brand(s) to wear on the course?
Johnnie-O and Stitch polos are my most comfortable on the course, as well as FootJoy shoes.
Tell us about your future goals and how golf fits into the big picture.
I’d like to play college golf. I like being part of a team. Playing college golf while earning a degree is my goal, but if golf takes me further than that, it would be great.
What advice do you have for younger players starting their junior golf journey?
I would say having fun is the best advice I can give. The more you have fun, the better you end up playing. Keeping your mental game in check and staying fluid on the course is important, too.
Where would you like to play collegiate golf and why?
I have a few colleges that are at the top of my list here in my home state of Florida. I would honestly love to play for a school where I can work hard both on my golf game and academics. If to end with high school.
What is your favorite golf course or tournament?
My favorite golf course to play is TPC Sawgrass. I’ve also been there a few times to watch The Players Championship.
What excites you the most about the upcoming Fore All Match Play Challenge?
I’m excited to play with my FORE All Team, both the Florida and California players. We’ve been having fun challenges for a couple of years now, and it’s exciting to have a new group of players join us in promoting junior golf for all kids.
What are you doing to prepare for this match-play event?
I’ve been traveling and playing in tournaments all summer, getting in lots of experience and practice. This will be my last event before I start back to school, so I’m looking forward to a really fun event at a great course with my friends.
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More on the Fore All Junior Golf Foundation Match Play Challenge…
The Club at Ibis boasts three Nicklaus-designed championship courses and world-class amenities, providing an exceptional setting for this next-level competition. The weekend kicks off Friday evening, August 8, with a Pairings Party and Dinner—an opportunity for players, families, sponsors, and staff to connect and celebrate the spirit of junior golf in a welcoming, social atmosphere. Competitors will don custom team gear, receive special gifts, and fully immerse themselves in an unforgettable hospitality experience.
Created through a partnership with Carson Lowe and Nicholas Zaccagnino—Fore All’s co-founders and junior golfers passionate about expanding access to the sport—the Match Play Challenge showcases how golf can unite youth from diverse communities in meaningful competition and camaraderie.
As Rex Grayner, HJGT’s SVP of Business Development, noted: “This event reflects the best of what junior golf can be—competitive, inclusive, and inspiring.” This Challenge is more than a tournament for these junior athletes; it’s a chance to build character, foster friendships, and demonstrate how teamwork and tenacity define true junior golf excellence at one of Florida’s premier venues.
