54 Hole Orlando Junior Open (All Girls, Boys 10-11, Boys 12-13)
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour delivered a full championship week at Orange Lake Resort and Country Club, where the 54-Hole Orlando Junior Open tested players across multiple divisions in a true three-round format.
Orange Lake’s layout framed the week. Water-lined fairways forced positional tee shots. Approach angles mattered. Greens required disciplined distance control. It is a venue that rewards structure and punishes emotional swings — exactly the environment a 54-hole championship demands.
Across divisions — Girls 14–18, Girls U13, Boys 12–13, and Boys 10–11 — the story remained consistent: momentum was fragile, but composure created separation.
In the Girls 14–18 division, elite scoring emerged early and held under pressure, with international representation shaping the leaderboard from start to finish. The Girls U13 championship highlighted development within a structured format, where steady play across three rounds proved more valuable than one standout score.
The Boys 12–13 division delivered one of the strongest performances of the week, with under-par rounds and international depth reinforcing the competitive standard. Meanwhile, the Boys 10–11 competitors navigated the full 54-hole grind, gaining early exposure to championship-level endurance.
The field represented a global footprint — players from Panama, Colombia, Spain, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Chile, Canada, Argentina, Italy, and across the United States competed under one banner. That diversity elevates the event from regional stop to international proving ground.
The 54-hole format remains the differentiator. Over three days, strategy compounds. Mistakes multiply if unmanaged. Consistency rises to the top. The structure mirrors collegiate tournament golf and reinforces HJGT’s commitment to competitive credibility.
Operationally, the week delivered professional pacing, structured pairings, and championship conditions that reflected the Tour’s national standard. The venue provided the stage. The players provided the separation.
At Orange Lake Resort and Country Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again demonstrated what a true championship environment looks like — disciplined golf, international depth, and performance earned over time.
boys 12-13
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KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The Boys 12–13 division at the 54-Hole Orlando Junior Open delivered one of the strongest performances of the week at Orange Lake Resort and Country Club, where length, water-lined fairways, and firm greens created a championship-caliber test.
Ricardo Arango of Panama separated himself early and never looked back.
Arango opened with a composed 71, steadied through a 75 in Round 2, and closed with a decisive 69 to finish at two-over-par 215 — the only player in the division to post multiple under-par rounds. His final round was not only the lowest of the day, it was a statement of control in a format that demands endurance.
Juan Raul Boyd, also of Panama, finished runner-up at 229. Boyd battled through rounds of 78-79 before posting a closing 72, applying pressure late but unable to close the gap created over the first 36 holes.
Jeongwoo Yoo of Florida claimed third at 231, highlighted by a strong opening 73. Leo Yong and Zain Sadiq rounded out the top five, each showing flashes of low scoring potential in a division that experienced wide leaderboard swings over three days.
Orange Lake Resort’s layout forced strategic decision-making. Tee shots had to find position. Approaches required disciplined yardage control. The 54-hole format amplified every mistake and rewarded players who avoided compound errors. Momentum proved fragile — consistency proved decisive.
The division also carried international presence, with competitors representing Panama, Argentina, and multiple U.S. states. That depth elevated the competitive standard and reinforced the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s global reach.
Over three rounds, the test was clear: manage the course, manage emotions, and execute when opportunities arise. Ricardo Arango did all three.
At Orange Lake Resort, the Boys 12–13 championship was earned through composure — and Arango delivered when it mattered most.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Ricardo Arango
+2 Total
No. 2 Rank
Juan Raul Boyd
+16 Total
No. 3 Rank
Jeongwoo Yoo
+18 Total
girls 14-18
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KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The Girls 14–18 division at the 54-Hole Orlando Junior Open delivered elite scoring and international depth over three demanding rounds at Orange Lake Resort and Country Club, where water-lined fairways and exposed greens required controlled aggression.
Arabella Lopez of Connecticut separated herself from the field with two decisive rounds under par. She opened the championship with a blistering 67, steadied through an 80 in Round 2 as conditions tightened, and closed with a composed 68 to finish at two-over-par 215. In a division packed with global talent, Lopez’s ability to rebound and finish strong defined the week.
Cristina Alvarez of Colombia finished runner-up at 218, stringing together rounds of 75-72-71. Her consistency across all three days kept pressure on the leaderboard and marked one of the most balanced performances of the tournament.
Julia Gelma Labarga of Spain secured third at 224, followed closely by Angela Vidova of the Czech Republic at 227. The top five alone represented four different countries, underscoring the international competitiveness of the field.
Orange Lake Resort demanded precision. Tee shots had to find position to avoid water and forced layups. Approaches required disciplined distance control into firm putting surfaces. Over 54 holes, volatility was punished and course management rewarded.
Final-round movement shaped much of the leaderboard. Several competitors surged late, including players from Germany, Brazil, Chile, Canada, and across the United States, reinforcing the depth and global reach of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
The 54-hole format once again proved its value. One strong round was not enough. Sustained execution over three days determined separation. The championship required mental endurance as much as shot-making.
At Orange Lake Resort, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour showcased a division rich in international talent and competitive maturity. Arabella Lopez’s closing performance secured the title — but the week as a whole reflected the rising global standard of girls junior golf within HJGT competition.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Arabella Lopez
+2 Total
No. 2 Rank
Cristina Alvarez
+5 Total
No. 3 Rank
Julia Gelma Labarga
+11 Total
girls 13 & under
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KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The Girls U13 division at the 54-Hole Orlando Junior Open showcased developing talent tested over a championship format at Orange Lake Resort and Country Club, where three rounds demanded endurance, focus, and course management well beyond a single-day event.
Sofia Victoria Jaen captured the title at 17-over-par 230, delivering the most consistent performance of the week. After back-to-back rounds of 78, Jaen closed with a composed 74 — the low round of the final day — to secure a decisive victory. Her steady scoring across all three rounds separated her from the field and demonstrated maturity in navigating a layout that punishes inaccuracy.
Emerson Peevy of Orlando finished runner-up at 252, improving each day with rounds of 88-83-81. Madeline Raun claimed third at 291, followed by Noelle Wood at 304, both battling through challenging stretches on a course that offers little margin for error.
Orange Lake Resort required precision from tee to green. Water-lined holes forced disciplined club selection. Approach shots demanded confident yardage control. Over 54 holes, the format amplified both strengths and weaknesses, rewarding those who limited big numbers and managed the course strategically.
For the Girls U13 division, competing over three consecutive rounds represents a critical step in competitive development. The structure mirrors higher-level tournament play and builds mental resilience early in a player’s progression.
At Orange Lake Resort, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour provided not only a championship setting but a developmental proving ground. Through consistency and composure, Sofia Victoria Jaen emerged as champion, closing the week with authority.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Sofia Victoria Jaen
+17 Total
No. 2 Rank
Emerson Peevy
+39 Total
No. 3 Rank
Madeline Raun
+78 Total