Northern Virginia Junior Open at Bristow Manor

Bristow, VA – September 2025 — Drama unfolded at Bristow Manor Golf Club this past weekend as the Northern Virginia Junior Open came down to a playoff between two Midlothian standouts. After 36 holes, Harrison Beaudoin and Jackson Wright were deadlocked at 2-under par, forcing extra holes to decide the champion. Beaudoin held his nerve when it mattered most, edging Wright in the playoff to secure the title. His steady even-par 72 in Sunday’s final round followed an opening 70, a testament to consistency on a demanding layout. Wright, meanwhile, put together the round of the day in the finale, firing a 70 to force his way into the tie, but ultimately fell just short in the playoff. Not far behind, Graham Weinstein made a Sunday charge of his own, carding a sizzling 69 to climb into solo third at +1. His performance marked one of the low rounds of the tournament and nearly propelled him into the playoff mix. A crowded leaderboard saw Sean Nguyen (Fairfax, VA), Jackson Quinn (Leesburg, VA), and Channing Sauerwine (Broadlands, VA) all finish in a tie for fourth at +6, each showing grit against firm greens and swirling winds that tested the entire field. The event drew a strong field from across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond, with players battling not just each other but also the championship conditions of Bristow Manor. From Beaudoin’s composure under playoff pressure to Wright’s relentless push and Weinstein’s final-round surge, the Northern Virginia Junior Open showcased the depth of junior golf talent in the region.

Bristow, VA – September 2025 In the Boys 14–15 Division at the Northern Virginia Junior Open, Lucas Palmer of Ashburn, VA, rose to the occasion and walked away with the trophy. Palmer carded rounds of 73–75 to finish at +4 (148), showing steady play across both days and fending off a competitive field. Chasing him was Ty Swann of Gambrills, MD, who closed with a second consecutive 75 to claim runner-up honors at +7 (151). Just one shot further back, Jaxon Cizerle of Virginia Beach, VA, battled all weekend and earned third at +8 (152) after rounds of 75–77. Jake Liang of Glen Allen, VA, posted a strong final-round 74 the second-lowest score of the division on Sunday to surge into fourth at +11 (155). Rounding out the top five was Aman De Silva of Bethesda, MD, who held on through the tough Sunday conditions to finish at +20 (164). Behind them, three players tied at +30 Jonathan Banu (Washington, DC), Anthony Choi (Potomac, MD), and Peyton Johnson (Charlotte, NC)—while Finn Pittack (Reston, VA) rounded out the leaderboard at +41. Palmer’s composure and consistency on the Bristow Manor layout set the tone for the division, as he capitalized on scoring opportunities and limited mistakes to secure a hard-fought three-shot victory.

Bristow, VA – September 2025 The Boys 12–13 Division at the Northern Virginia Junior Open came down to a one-stroke finish, with Ibrahim Sheikh of McLean, VA, edging out the competition to claim the title. Sheikh posted back-to-back rounds of 80 for a two-day total of +16 (160), showcasing consistency that proved just enough to hold off a charging field. Right on his heels was Declan Cameron of Arlington, VA, who matched Sheikh’s final-round 80 but came up just one shot shy, finishing at +17 (161) in a hard-fought runner-up performance. The battle for third was equally compelling, as three players Luke Blanton (Alexandria, VA), Dillon Parekh (Arlington, VA), and Landon Park (Oakton, VA) all tied at +25 (169), each putting together strong stretches of golf on a demanding Bristow Manor layout. Graham Hill of Arlington, VA, followed closely in sixth at +27 (171), while Drake Shi (McLean, VA) and Sam Choi (Potomac, MD) rounded out the middle of the leaderboard. Adley Vu and Sehaj Sandhu, both from Chantilly, VA, completed the standings, battling through challenging conditions to gain valuable tournament experience. With steady nerves and timely shot-making, Sheikh’s narrow victory over Cameron highlighted the competitive spirit of the division, proving once again that in junior golf, every stroke counts.

Bristow, VA – September 2025 While older divisions battled tough conditions at Bristow Manor Golf Club, Lanhao Pang of Fairfax, VA, turned in one of the standout performances of the entire tournament. Competing in the Boys 10–11 Division, Pang delivered rounds of 73–71 to finish at 2-under par (144) and secure a commanding victory. Pang’s consistency was the story of the weekend. His final-round 71 was highlighted by steady ball-striking and composure beyond his years, making him the only player in any younger age bracket to finish under par. It was a victory for the Fairfax native, whose poise on the championship layout set a high standard and underscored the rising depth of talent in junior golf.

Bristow, VA – September 21, 2025 — In the Girls 14–18 Division at the Northern Virginia Junior Open, Alayna Stawovy of Belle Vernon, PA, battled through difficult conditions to secure the championship. Stawovy opened with an 82 before closing with a 91 on Sunday, finishing at +29 (173) to claim the top spot. Stawovy’s perseverance on the demanding Bristow Manor layout earned her the division crown. Her steady approach across both rounds showcased resilience on a weekend when the course played long and punishing.