HJGT Results

Aberdeen Golf Club | November 1–2, 2025 The St. Louis Fall Finale wrapped up an incredible autumn stretch on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT), bringing together top junior players from across the Midwest for one last showdown at the renowned Aberdeen Golf Club in Eureka, Missouri. Known for its Scottish-links style layout, deep fescue rough, and rolling fairways, Aberdeen once again lived up to its reputation as one of the most challenging and rewarding venues on the HJGT circuit. Across two brisk, blustery November days, the course tested every aspect of the players’ games—from shot shaping in crosswinds to controlling spin on firm greens. The atmosphere carried the unmistakable feel of a season finale: intense competition, camaraderie, and the satisfaction of seeing hard work pay off. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Austin Rinkenberger of Wildwood, MO, stole the spotlight with a dominant wire-to-wire victory, firing back-to-back 70s (-4 total) to become the event’s only player under par. The Boys 14–15 Division ended in dramatic fashion as William Carmichael, Henry Glarner, and Dylan Press shared the top spot at +14 (158), each displaying grit and composure down the stretch. On the girls’ side, Audrey Miller of Ballwin, MO, captured the Girls 14–18 Division crown with a two-day total of 173 (+29), while Chloe Hodge of Centralia, IL, claimed victory in the Girls U13 Division, showing steady improvement throughout the weekend. From the first tee shot to the final putt, the St. Louis Fall Finale embodied what the HJGT stands for—opportunity, competition, and growth. Aberdeen’s demanding layout rewarded smart golf and mental toughness, providing a perfect stage for junior golfers to close the season on a high note. As the sun set on another successful HJGT stop in Missouri, one message rang clear: the next generation of talent is already here, and they’re ready to make their mark.

Kansas City, MO — October 18–19, 2025 The Kansas City Season Finale, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Drumm Farm Golf Club, closed out the fall season with an exciting weekend of competition that featured some of the region’s best junior golfers. Players faced crisp fall conditions and a challenging layout that tested accuracy, patience, and course management across all divisions. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Rowan Banning of Leawood, Kansas, delivered a composed and confident performance to capture the victory with rounds of 72 and 71 (-1 total). Banning’s consistency and control under pressure separated him from the field, making him the only player to finish under par for the event. Porter Howard of Fairway, KS, made a strong push on Sunday with a 71, finishing three strokes back at +2 (75–71). The Boys 14–15 Division featured a gritty performance from Luke Seagrave of Springfield, Missouri, who held off the competition with rounds of 76 and 81 (+13 total) to secure the win. Despite firm greens and swirling winds, Seagrave’s steady play and focus gave him enough cushion to edge out Tim Hogan of Mission Hills, KS, who finished runner-up at +17 (76–85). In the Boys 12–13 Division, Briggs Smith of Warrensburg, Missouri, put together two outstanding rounds of 73 and 73 (+2 total) to earn the title. Smith’s precision off the tee and confident putting set the tone early, allowing him to maintain the lead throughout the weekend. Cal Gibson of Parkville, MO, finished close behind in second at +5 (75–74) after two steady rounds. The Kansas City Season Finale concluded a successful chapter of the 2025 Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, highlighting the next wave of golf talent from across the Midwest. From clutch birdies to composed finishes, the event captured the spirit of junior golf — determination, growth, and a drive to compete at the highest level.

Richmond, MO – September 2025 — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour hosted the Kansas City MO Junior Open this past weekend at Shirkey Golf Club, where junior golfers from across the Midwest battled through tough conditions to crown champions in every division. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Joe Honn (Overland Park, KS) captured the title at +6 (148), edging out George Besch (Leawood, KS) and Jake Gorden (Grain Valley, MO) by a single shot. Jones Tuttle (Overland Park, KS) won the Boys 14–15 Division at +20 (162), finishing three strokes clear of Hunter Bouchein (St. Louis, MO). In Boys 12–13, Greydon Taradash (Leawood, KS) earned the victory with a two-day total of +34 (176). The event highlighted the depth of talent across the region, with Shirkey Golf Club providing a challenging stage for competition.

Hurricane Junior Golf Tour hosted the Kansas City Summer Junior Open at Fred Arbanas this past weekend, August 16-17, at Fred Arbanas Golf Club at Longview Lake. The tournament was made up of a 36-hole format with a field of 5 divisions that included the Boys 16-18 Division, Boys 14-15, Division, Boys 12-13 Division, and Girls 14-18 Division.