54 Hole Fort Myers Junior Open
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour returned to Southwest Florida for the 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open, utilizing all three routing combinations at Cape Royal Golf Club — King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen — to deliver a rotational championship test that demanded adaptability from start to finish.
Cape Royal is a strategic venue. Water hazards frame key landing zones. Doglegs force positional decisions. Greens require disciplined approach angles and confident distance control. When combined with daily routing changes, the course becomes a mental test as much as a physical one. Yardages shift. Sightlines adjust. Comfort zones disappear.
Across divisions — Boys 16–18, Boys 14–15, Boys 12–13, Boys 10–11, Girls 14–18, and Girls U13 — the pattern held consistent: early positioning mattered, but sustained control determined outcomes. The 54-hole structure eliminated volatility and rewarded players who managed risk rather than chased birdies.
The Boys 16–18 division saw the only under-par finish of the week, reinforcing the difficulty of the layout rotation. In the Girls 14–18 championship, an opening-round statement round created separation that carried through three days. The younger divisions navigated the same water-lined corridors and rotating setups, gaining championship-format experience that mirrors higher-level tournament play.
International representation once again elevated the event. Players traveled from Canada, Germany, Jordan, Tunisia, Austria, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, India, the United Arab Emirates, Barbados, and across the United States. The depth and diversity of the field reinforced the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s expanding global footprint.
Operationally, the event delivered a professional tournament cadence — structured pairings, consistent course conditions, and a format built on competitive integrity. Three rounds across rotating layouts provide clarity: performance compounds, mistakes multiply, and champions separate over time.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour showcased exactly what a 54-hole championship is designed to do — test adaptability, reward discipline, and elevate the competitive standard across every age division.
boys 16-18
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open unfolded across three routing combinations at Cape Royal Golf Club — King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen — creating a rotational test that demanded adaptability from start to finish.
The venue’s defining trait is risk management. Water guards multiple landing zones. Doglegs reward discipline. Greens require controlled trajectories and confident distance control. Over three rounds, the course forced decision-making on nearly every shot.
Haden Wang of Ontario, Canada mastered the rotation.
Wang opened with a 69, followed with a steady 72, and closed with a 74 to finish at one-under-par 215 — the only player in the field to complete the championship under par. His ability to build separation early and protect it through the final 36 holes defined the tournament. In a division where volatility surfaced quickly, Wang maintained structure.
Tommy Chang finished second at 224, while Jackson Geiger and Ryder Rose shared third at 228. Each contender showed flashes, but no one matched Wang’s opening-round leverage.
The international presence shaped the championship. Players represented Canada, Germany, Jordan, Tunisia, Austria, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, India, and across the United States. The field reflected the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s expanding global reach and elevated competitive depth.
The rotating course combinations added complexity. Yardages shifted. Sightlines changed. Wind patterns influenced club selection differently each day. Players who adjusted quickly remained relevant. Those who relied solely on comfort zones fell behind.
The 54-hole structure once again proved decisive. One strong round wasn’t enough. Sustained execution across three layouts separated contenders from the field.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour delivered a championship defined by adaptability, discipline, and global competition. Over three demanding rounds, Haden Wang stood alone — the only player under par and the clear standard of the week.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Haden Wang
-1 Total
No. 2 Rank
Tommy Chang
+8 Total
No. 3 Rank
Jackson Geiger
+12 Total
No. 3 Rank
Ryder Rose
+12 Total
boys 14-15
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The Boys 14–15 division at the 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open faced a rotating championship test across Cape Royal Golf Club’s King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen combinations, where course management and adaptability proved decisive.
Salem Al Abdallat of Jordan emerged as champion at 17-over-par 233, building his victory through early stability. Rounds of 76 and 73 positioned him atop the leaderboard after 36 holes. Though the final round produced an 84, the cushion established through two steady days held firm.
Jack Sinnett of Missouri mounted a final-round charge with a closing 74 — the low round among the leaders on Sunday — to finish second at 239. His ability to rebound from a difficult middle round demonstrated resilience on a course rotation that punished inconsistency.
Julian Bugara and Lucas Starr shared third at 240, each navigating fluctuating scoring conditions across three distinct routing setups. Aaron Che rounded out the top five at 241, remaining within striking distance throughout the championship.
Cape Royal’s defining characteristic is decision-making under pressure. Water hazards frame key landing zones. Doglegs require precise positioning. Rotational course combinations altered sightlines and yardages daily, forcing competitors to recalibrate strategy round by round.
The international presence remained a hallmark of the event, with competitors representing Jordan, Canada, and multiple U.S. states. The diversity of the field elevated the competitive environment and reinforced the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s global footprint.
Over 54 holes, volatility surfaced quickly. The players who minimized compound mistakes and protected position separated themselves. The format once again validated its purpose — sustained performance over three days defines a champion.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour delivered another championship built on endurance and adaptability. Salem Al Abdallat set the early standard — and over three rotating layouts, it proved enough to secure the title.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Salem Al Abdallat
+17 Total
No. 2 Rank
Jack Sinnett
+23 Total
No. 3 Rank
Julian Bugara
+24 Total
No. 3 Rank
Lucas Starr
+24 Total
boys 12-13
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The Boys 12–13 division at the 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open faced a demanding three-day test across Cape Royal Golf Club’s rotating King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen routings, where patience and perseverance defined the championship.
Griffin Long of Ohio captured the title at 45-over-par 261, posting rounds of 88-87-86. In a format that amplifies every mistake, Long’s steady progression across all three rounds proved decisive. While scores reflected the difficulty of the layout, his ability to limit volatility and finish strong secured the victory.
Viktor Bastasich of Naples finished runner-up at 271, closing with an 89 after rounds of 87 and 95. The three-round structure required endurance and focus, particularly on a course that offers limited forgiveness off the tee.
Cape Royal’s design places pressure on positioning. Water hazards frame key landing areas. Greens demand controlled approaches. With daily routing changes, players were forced to adjust sightlines and strategy round by round — a challenge even at higher levels of competition.
For the Boys 12–13 division, completing 54 holes on a rotating championship setup represents meaningful competitive development. The format mirrors advanced tournament play and builds mental resilience early.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again provided a structured championship environment. Over three demanding rounds, Griffin Long maintained control — and emerged as the division’s champion.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Griffin Long
+45 Total
No. 2 Rank
Viktor Bastasich
+55 Total
boys 10-11
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The youngest competitors at the 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open faced the same rotational championship setup as the older divisions, navigating Cape Royal Golf Club’s King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen combinations over three demanding rounds.
Hunter Neubert of North Fort Myers captured the Boys 10–11 title at 55-over-par 271, posting rounds of 90-89-92. On a course defined by water hazards, strategic doglegs, and constantly shifting sightlines, completing 54 holes required focus and resilience well beyond a single-day event.
Cape Royal’s layout challenges even experienced players. Tee shots must find position to avoid penalty areas. Approaches demand controlled distance into guarded greens. The rotating course combinations add another layer, forcing adjustments each day.
For the Boys 10–11 division, the value of a 54-hole format is developmental. Three consecutive rounds build competitive stamina, decision-making discipline, and emotional control — traits that compound over time within the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour structure.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Fort Myers Junior Open once again delivered a true championship environment. Over three rotating layouts, Hunter Neubert met the test and earned the division title.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Hunter Neubert
+55 Total
girls 14-18
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The Girls 14–18 division at the 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open faced a rotating championship test across Cape Royal Golf Club’s King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen combinations, where water-lined fairways and demanding approach angles required disciplined execution.
Sara Ali of Abu Dhabi separated herself early and never relinquished control.
Ali opened the championship with a standout 70 — the lowest round of the division — establishing immediate leverage on the field. A challenging second round tightened the margin, but her closing 77 secured the title at 11-over-par 227. On a course rotation that exposed inconsistency, Ali’s ability to build an early cushion proved decisive.
Grace Raich of Minnesota and Mariella Young of Barbados shared runner-up honors at 246. Both competitors battled through fluctuating conditions across three days, demonstrating resilience on a layout that punished loose swings and rewarded conservative targets.
Cape Royal’s defining characteristic is risk management. Water hazards influence decision-making off the tee. Greens require controlled distance and confident commitment. The daily routing changes altered yardages and sightlines, forcing competitors to recalibrate strategy round by round.
The international presence once again elevated the championship. With players representing the United Arab Emirates, Barbados, and across the United States, the field reflected the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s global footprint and competitive depth.
The 54-hole structure separated volatility from sustained performance. One strong round created opportunity. Three steady rounds secured a championship.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour delivered a demanding and structured championship environment. Sara Ali set the tone early — and over three rotating layouts, maintained control to earn the Girls 14–18 title.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Sara Ali
+11 Total
No. 2 Rank
Grace Raich
+30 Total
No. 2 Rank
Mariella Young
+30 Total
girls 13 & under
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The Girls U13 division at the 54-Hole Fort Myers Junior Open faced a demanding three-day test across Cape Royal Golf Club’s rotating King/Prince, King/Queen, and Prince/Queen combinations, where water-lined fairways and guarded greens challenged even the youngest competitors.
Natalie Murphy of Naples completed the championship at 96-over-par 312, posting rounds of 100-105-107. While the scores reflected the difficulty of the venue, completing 54 holes across three separate course routings required endurance, focus, and resilience.
Cape Royal does not offer easy recovery. Tee shots demand positioning. Penalty areas influence decision-making. Greens require confident distance control. For players in the U13 division, navigating that environment over three consecutive rounds represents meaningful competitive growth.
The 54-hole structure remains central to the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour model. It builds stamina, reinforces course management, and mirrors the format athletes will encounter at higher competitive levels.
At Cape Royal Golf Club, the Fort Myers Junior Open once again provided a structured championship setting. For the Girls U13 division, the week was defined by perseverance — and Natalie Murphy completed the full test over three demanding rounds.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Natalie Murphy
+96 Total