CLERMONT, Fla. — The Legends Junior Open delivered a championship-caliber test as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought its field to Legends Golf & Country Club, a venue that continues to stand out as one of Central Florida’s most complete developmental stages for junior golfers.
Legends Golf & Country Club is a course that rewards discipline over aggression. Rolling fairways encourage strategic positioning off the tee, while intelligently placed bunkering forces players to think one shot ahead. Approach shots into multi-tiered greens demand precise yardage control, and misses to the wrong side quickly turn into challenging recoveries. The layout doesn’t overwhelm with length, but it steadily applies pressure, requiring players to stay patient and committed across every hole.
Throughout the weekend, the course revealed its true character. Momentum was difficult to sustain, pars carried real value, and emotional control became just as important as ball-striking. Players who chased pins or forced shots often paid the price, while those who trusted conservative targets and managed their rounds thoughtfully found success. Legends proved to be a mental grind in the best sense—mirroring the realities of higher-level tournament golf.
Hosting the Legends Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered an environment built around growth and preparation. With a diverse, international field across multiple divisions, the event reflected HJGT’s commitment to exposing players to championship-style conditions that challenge decision-making, resilience, and composure under pressure.
By the conclusion of the tournament, Legends Golf & Country Club reaffirmed its reputation as a cornerstone venue on the HJGT schedule. More than just a backdrop, the course served as a proving ground—one that teaches young competitors how to manage adversity, trust their fundamentals, and develop the habits required to succeed as competition intensifies.
CLERMONT, Fla. — The Legends Junior Open delivered a true championship atmosphere as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour returned to Legends Golf & Country Club, a venue known for blending classic Florida golf with a demanding, player-first test that rewards discipline and consistency.
Legends Golf & Country Club challenged competitors with rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and greens that demanded precise approach angles and confident putting. While the layout offers visual scoring opportunities, it consistently punishes missed targets and poor positioning. Tee shots required thoughtful placement to open up clean looks into greens, and approaches that missed the correct tier often led to difficult two-putts or scrambling situations.
Throughout the weekend, the course proved to be a mental grind. Conditions firmed up as play progressed, making distance control and course management essential. Players who chased pins aggressively often found trouble, while those who stayed patient and accepted pars positioned themselves to climb the leaderboard. Legends doesn’t overpower players—it tests their ability to stay committed to a game plan across 36 holes.
The Boys 16–18 division showcased the international depth and competitiveness of the field, with players representing countries from across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Caribbean. Navigating Legends’ steady pressure required emotional control and maturity, reinforcing why the venue is a fitting stage for elite junior competition.
By hosting the Legends Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered a tournament environment that mirrors higher levels of competitive golf. Legends Golf & Country Club served as a proving ground—one that emphasizes fundamentals, decision-making, and resilience under pressure.
As the final putts dropped, Legends reaffirmed its reputation as a cornerstone venue on the HJGT schedule. For players across the field, the event offered more than just a leaderboard result—it delivered a meaningful developmental experience rooted in championship golf values and preparation for the next level.
CLERMONT, Fla. — The Legends Junior Open continued to deliver a championship-caliber test as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour welcomed the Boys 14–15 division to Legends Golf & Country Club, a venue that rewards patience, precision, and steady course management over two demanding rounds.
Legends Golf & Country Club once again showed why it is a trusted proving ground on the HJGT schedule. Rolling fairways and strategic bunkering forced players to think carefully off the tee, while approach shots required disciplined yardage control to access multi-tiered greens. Misses to the wrong side quickly turned into difficult up-and-downs, making pars valuable and big numbers hard to recover from.
The Boys 14–15 field faced a true mental grind. Conditions encouraged conservative targets, and players who chased pins aggressively often paid the price. Legends does not overwhelm with length, but it steadily applies pressure, asking competitors to stay committed to their game plan and manage momentum across 36 holes.
That challenge was handled best by Pablo Del Grosso of Panama, who captured the division title at +7. Del Grosso delivered two composed rounds of 75 and 76, separating himself through consistency and smart decision-making. His ability to limit mistakes and stay patient under pressure mirrored exactly what the course demands.
Behind him, an international leaderboard reflected the depth of competition, with players from multiple countries navigating the same strategic test. The course rewarded those who stayed emotionally steady and accepted the grind that comes with championship golf.
By hosting the Legends Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again provided an environment designed to prepare players for the next level. Legends Golf & Country Club served as more than just a venue — it was a classroom, reinforcing fundamentals, course management, and resilience.
As the final scores were posted, Legends reaffirmed its reputation as a cornerstone venue within the HJGT calendar. For the Boys 14–15 division, the event offered a meaningful developmental experience, and for Del Grosso, a well-earned victory built on discipline, maturity, and trust in his game.
CLERMONT, Fla. — The Legends Junior Open continued to showcase the steady, strategic challenge of Legends Golf & Country Club as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour welcomed the Boys 12–13 division for a two-day test that rewarded patience, fundamentals, and smart decision-making.
Legends Golf & Country Club may appear inviting off the tee, but its design quietly applies pressure throughout the round. Rolling fairways place a premium on positioning rather than power, while well-placed bunkering forces players to think one shot ahead. Approach shots into multi-tiered greens demanded disciplined yardage control, and missed approaches often left delicate recoveries where touch and creativity became essential.
For the Boys 12–13 field, the course quickly became a lesson in course management. Aggressive lines rarely paid off, and players who accepted conservative targets and trusted their short games found the most success. As conditions firmed up, pars gained importance and momentum was earned through consistency rather than birdie runs.
Navigating those challenges most effectively was Seokchan Lee of Lake Mary, Florida, who captured the division title at +17. With rounds of 82 and 79, Lee demonstrated composure and adaptability, limiting mistakes and managing Legends’ steady pressure over 36 holes. His performance reflected the maturity required to succeed on a course that asks players to stay committed to a plan from start to finish.
By hosting the Legends Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered a championship-style environment built around development. Legends Golf & Country Club served as a proving ground for young competitors, reinforcing the importance of patience, emotional control, and thoughtful execution.
As the weekend concluded, Legends reaffirmed its place as a cornerstone venue on the HJGT schedule. For the Boys 12–13 division, the event provided more than just competition — it offered a meaningful developmental experience designed to prepare players for the increasing demands of tournament golf ahead.
CLERMONT, Fla. — The Legends Junior Open concluded with a strong championship showing in the Girls 14–18 division as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour returned to Legends Golf & Country Club, a venue that consistently rewards composure, precision, and intelligent course management.
Legends Golf & Country Club provided a balanced but demanding test across two rounds. Rolling fairways encouraged strategic positioning off the tee rather than sheer power, while well-placed bunkers punished missed targets. Approach shots into multi-tiered greens required exact yardages and disciplined shot selection, and players who missed on the wrong side were often left with challenging recovery shots. As the weekend progressed, patience became essential, with pars holding significant value.
The Girls 14–18 field reflected the international depth and competitiveness of the HJGT, with players representing multiple countries navigating the same steady pressure. Maintaining momentum proved difficult on a course that rarely offers easy stretches, emphasizing emotional control and trust in fundamentals.
That challenge was handled best by Eunwoo Kim of Lake Mary, Florida, who claimed the division title at +9. With rounds of 77 and 76, Kim delivered a composed, consistent performance, limiting mistakes and managing the course with maturity. Her ability to stay disciplined under pressure mirrored exactly what Legends demands from top competitors.
By hosting the Legends Junior Open, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered a championship-caliber environment designed to prepare players for the next level of competition. Legends Golf & Country Club served not just as a venue, but as a proving ground — reinforcing lessons in course management, resilience, and execution under pressure.
As the final scores were posted, Legends reaffirmed its place as a cornerstone stop on the HJGT calendar. For the Girls 14–18 division, the event offered a meaningful developmental experience, and for Kim, a well-earned victory built on consistency, patience, and trust in her game.
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.