HJGT Results

The Girls U13 division at the Mission Resort + Club Junior Open was a clear example of how demanding this venue can be, especially for developing players learning to manage both course difficulty and tournament pressure. Hosted at Mission Resort + Club, the layout presented constant challenges through significant elevation changes, forced carries, and greens that required precise speed control rather than aggressive putting. For younger competitors, the course offered very few stress-free holes. Tee shots needed to find the correct portions of fairways to avoid uneven stances, and approach shots demanded thoughtful club selection to account for elevation and wind exposure. Misses were rarely neutral, often leading to difficult recoveries that tested patience and composure over both rounds. Haiming Xu of Winter Garden, Florida navigated those challenges best, posting consistent rounds of 99–99 to finish at +54 and secure the division title. Her ability to stay steady across two full rounds on a course that penalizes lapses in focus reflected growth beyond the scorecard. Throughout the weekend, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour provided a competitive environment that emphasized learning through adversity, making Mission Resort a meaningful proving ground for players at this stage of development and reinforcing why this venue remains a staple on the HJGT schedule.

The Girls U13 division at the Lanier Islands Junior Open delivered one of the most impressive performances of the weekend, as Brynn Mason rose to the challenge of Legacy on Lanier Golf Club with poise well beyond her years. Playing a course that routinely tests older divisions with its narrow corridors, guarded greens, and demanding shot values, Mason posted rounds of 74 and 78 to finish at +8 and claim the title outright. Legacy on Lanier does not typically yield to aggressive play, especially for younger competitors. Tee shots must be placed with intention, approach angles matter, and recovery shots require creativity rather than force. Mason’s ability to navigate those demands stood out immediately. Her opening round set the tone, showing control off the tee and discipline into the greens, while the second round reinforced her composure as conditions and pressure tightened. What made this performance notable was not just the score, but how it was achieved. Mason managed the course intelligently, avoided big numbers, and stayed patient when birdie opportunities were limited. On a layout where mistakes compound quickly, her consistency separated her from the field and underscored a strong competitive foundation. For the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, the Girls U13 division at Legacy on Lanier once again demonstrated the value of placing young players on championship-caliber venues. Events like this accelerate development by demanding focus, strategy, and emotional control—traits that Brynn Mason displayed throughout the weekend and that will continue to serve her as she progresses through the junior ranks.

CLERMONT, Fla. — The Legends Junior Open wrapped up at Legends Golf & Country Club with the Girls U13 division facing a venue that quietly tests every part of a young player’s game. As host, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered a developmental environment where patience, fundamentals, and composure mattered more than raw scoring ability. Legends Golf & Country Club provided a steady, strategic challenge throughout the weekend. Rolling fairways required players to focus on placement rather than distance, while thoughtfully positioned bunkers punished missed lines off the tee. Approach shots into multi-tiered greens demanded accurate yardage control, and recovery shots tested touch and creativity when targets were missed. For the Girls U13 field, the course offered a true introduction to championship-style golf. Navigating that challenge most effectively was Abigail VanAntwerp of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, who claimed the division title at +19. After opening with an 85, VanAntwerp showed adaptability and confidence in the final round with a strong 78, adjusting to the course’s demands and managing mistakes effectively. Her performance reflected the maturity and resilience required to succeed on a course that rarely gives anything away. Across the division, Legends served as a classroom as much as a competition. Players were asked to stay patient, accept pars, and manage momentum across two rounds—key lessons that mirror higher levels of competitive golf. Big numbers were difficult to recover from, reinforcing the importance of smart decisions and emotional control. By hosting the Legends Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour continued its mission of preparing young golfers for long-term success. Legends Golf & Country Club once again proved why it is a cornerstone venue on the HJGT schedule, offering a meaningful proving ground where growth, learning, and development take center stage alongside competition.

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. — The Palm Beach Junior Open continued to underscore the demanding nature of Westchester Country Club as the Girls U13 division faced the Red/Gold routing, a layout that rewarded patience, steady decision-making, and mental resilience across two challenging rounds. At a venue where narrow landing areas and firm greens rarely allow players to settle in, Sophia Brooks of Slingerlands, New York delivered the most composed performance of the division. Brooks finished at +37, opening with a 96 before responding with an improved 85 in the final round — a clear reflection of adaptation and learning as the weekend progressed. Her ability to adjust to Westchester’s demanding sightlines and approach angles proved decisive. For the Girls U13 field, Westchester provided a true test of fundamentals. Tee shots required commitment and smart club selection, while approach play demanded careful distance control into greens that punish misses on the wrong side. Recovery shots often dictated scoring, reinforcing the importance of course management over pure aggression. As host of the Palm Beach Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered a competitive environment designed to challenge and develop young players. The Girls U13 division experienced a course that emphasizes growth through adversity, offering valuable lessons that extend beyond the scorecard. By the close of the tournament, Westchester Country Club once again affirmed its role as a meaningful developmental venue within the HJGT schedule. For Brooks, the victory was earned through persistence and adaptability — qualities that align perfectly with the demands of the Red/Gold layout and the competitive standard set by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.