Miami Shores Junior Open

Miami Shores Junior Open — Boys 16–18 Leaderboard Recap February 7–8, 2026 | Miami Shores Country Club The Boys 16–18 division at the Miami Shores Junior Open delivered a composed, professional-style performance at Miami Shores Country Club, where patience and clean execution separated the field. Cole Laffere (Miami, FL) secured the title at +6 (148), backing up an opening-round 77 with a steady, even-par 71 in the final round. His ability to limit mistakes and manage momentum on Sunday proved decisive, especially as the course tightened late in the round. Finishing second at +10 (152), Grant Noren (Naples, FL) stayed within striking distance throughout, pairing rounds of 79 and 73. Noren’s closing push applied pressure, but Laffere’s consistency down the stretch held firm. James Trupiano (Effingham, IL) rounded out the podium at +16 (158), rebounding from an 85 on Day 1 with one of the stronger final rounds in the division, a 73, signaling resilience and solid ball-striking under tournament conditions. Just off the podium, Matthew Gonzalez (Pinecrest, FL) finished fourth at +17 (159), followed closely by McClain Smith (Overland Park, KS) at +19 (161). A three-way tie for sixth at +22 (164)—Mitch Belloli, Carlos Duncan, and Stefan Sachs—highlighted the competitive depth of the field, with multiple players trading positions as scores fluctuated throughout the final round. Overall, Miami Shores Country Club rewarded disciplined course management and clean second-round execution. The Boys 16–18 leaderboard reflected a tournament where steady play, not volatility, defined success—an environment well-aligned with the developmental standards set by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.

Miami Shores Junior Open — Boys 14–15 Leaderboard Recap February 7–8, 2026 | Miami Shores Country Club The Boys 14–15 division was defined by a strong closing round and clear separation at the top on a course that demanded control and patience. Blake Waidlich (Keene, NH) captured the title at +8 (150), delivering the round of the tournament on Sunday with a 70 (-1) after opening with an 80. That bounce-back performance flipped the leaderboard and underscored his ability to adjust and execute under pressure. Felipe Duncan (Panama, Panama) finished second at +19 (161) with consistent rounds of 80–81, staying steady throughout but unable to match Waidlich’s final-round surge. Just behind, Myles Mergler (New York, NY) secured third at +20 (162), also posting back-to-back 81s. Michael Skolnick (Boca Raton, FL) followed in fourth at +22 (164), keeping himself in contention with controlled play across both rounds. Rounding out the top five, Lucas Tech (North Beach, MD) finished +30 (172), highlighted by a solid second-round 79 after a tougher opening day. Overall, Miami Shores rewarded players who managed misses and capitalized on scoring chances late. The Boys 14–15 leaderboard reflected a classic junior championship pattern—early volatility followed by decisive execution—delivered under the competitive standards of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.

Miami Shores Junior Open — Boys 12–13 Leaderboard Recap February 7–8, 2026 | Miami Shores Country Club The Boys 12–13 division at Miami Shores tested composure and course management, with players navigating tight landing areas and demanding approach shots over two competitive rounds. Thomas Zur (Miami Beach, FL) claimed the division title at +11 (153), opening with a steady 73 before grinding through a tougher second round 80 to hold off the field. His ability to limit mistakes on a course that penalized misses proved decisive. Ethan Glasband (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) finished second at +18 (160), posting a strong bounce-back 77 on Sunday after an 83 in Round 1, showing resilience and improved scoring efficiency. In third, Hayden Hogg (Champaign, IL) closed at +25 (167) with consistent ball striking but faced a challenging second round as conditions firmed up. Bryce Tech (North Beach, MD) followed at +29 (171), while Viktor Bastasich (Naples, FL) rounded out the top five at +32 (174) after a solid improvement on Day Two. Further down the board, Miami Shores continued to separate disciplined play from aggressive mistakes, reinforcing the importance of strategy and patience at this venue. The event showcased the depth of competition and developmental focus of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, giving these young players meaningful tournament reps on a demanding championship-style course.

Miami Shores Junior Open — Boys 10–11 Leaderboard Recap February 7–8, 2026 | Miami Shores Country Club The Boys 10–11 division faced a demanding test at Miami Shores, where firm greens and tight corridors rewarded patience and steady execution over raw power. Juan Duncan (Panama, Panama) captured the title at +37 (179), carding rounds of 88–91. Duncan stayed composed throughout the weekend, managing trouble effectively and separating himself with consistent ball-striking on a course that punishes missed lines. Jayden Wunderlich (New York, NY) finished second at +38 (180) with scores of 91–89, closing the gap on Day Two but ultimately coming up just short after a tightly contested battle. Despite a small field, the division highlighted the importance of course management and mental discipline at this stage of development. The event delivered valuable competitive experience under championship-style conditions, aligning with the developmental mission of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour and reinforcing Miami Shores as a strong proving ground for young players learning to compete the right way.

Miami Shores Junior Open — Girls 14–18 Leaderboard Recap February 7–8, 2026 | Miami Shores Country Club The Girls 14–18 division was contested over two demanding rounds at Miami Shores, where narrow fairways, firm greens, and coastal conditions placed a premium on composure and course management. Sara Ali (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) claimed the championship at +25 (167) with rounds of 79–88. Ali built a strong foundation on Day One and managed the closing round well enough to separate from the field, demonstrating control and resilience on a course that consistently tests decision-making. Andiara Raton (Parkland, FL) finished second at +38 (180) after posting 87–93, while Kayla Moretti (Brielle, NJ) secured third at +43 (185) with rounds of 91–94. Both players battled tough scoring conditions that challenged consistency throughout the weekend. The remaining field faced a stern test from start to finish, underscoring how unforgiving Miami Shores can be when lines are missed or approach shots come up short-sided. Overall, the event reflected the competitive depth and developmental focus of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, giving players a high-level tournament environment that rewards discipline, patience, and smart execution under pressure.