HJGT Results

Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ — October 25–26, 2025 The New Jersey Fall Junior Open at LBI National Golf & Resort delivered a thrilling finale to the Garden State’s HJGT season, as players battled coastal winds, firm greens, and the pressure of closing out the fall schedule on one of New Jersey’s most scenic courses. Across all divisions, the weekend was defined by poise, grit, and standout performances from the region’s rising stars. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Tyler Whitney of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, rose above a competitive field to capture the title with a steady +4 total (74–74–148). His balanced play across both rounds—marked by consistency off the tee and precise short game control—proved decisive as he fended off a deep group of contenders. PJ Foley of Northfield, NJ, posted +8 (73–79–152) to take runner-up honors, while Franklin Matichak of Collegeville, PA, secured third at +10 (74–80–154). The Boys 14–15 Division saw Rayan Shah of Newtown, PA, showcase both skill and composure en route to victory at +21 (81–84–165). Shah’s opening round gave him breathing room that he carried through a challenging second day. Nathan Lavin of Burlington, NJ, followed close behind at +22 (82–84–166), while Ethan Clouser of Newtown, PA, rounded out the top three at +27 (85–86–171) after steady play across both rounds. In the Boys 12–13 Division, it was Preston Minio of Lansdale, PA, who stole the spotlight. Minio’s crisp ball striking and clutch putting earned him a commanding win with a +4 total (70–78–148)—his opening-round 70 standing as one of the best scores of the tournament across all divisions. Edward (Jingkun) Song of New York, NY, posted +16 (83–77–160) for second place, rallying with a strong Sunday finish, while Crosby Knowland of Ridgewood, NJ, followed at +17 (82–79–161) to claim third. On the girls’ side, Jane Wei of Hightstown, NJ, set the tone in the Girls 14–18 Division, capturing the title with an impressive +4 total (71–77–148). Wei’s opening-round 71 put her firmly in control early, and she displayed veteran-like poise in closing out the victory. Morgan Tyhanic of Little Egg Harbor, NJ, thrilled the home crowd with a brilliant 74 on Sunday to surge into second at +14 (84–74–158), while Charlotte Reid of Cream Ridge, NJ, finished third with consistent rounds of 80–80 (160). In the Girls U13 Division, Ria Nenavath of Chester, NJ, emerged victorious at +32 (85–91–176), displaying maturity and consistency well beyond her years. Juliet Souza of Chatham, NJ, took second at +83 (113–114–227), rounding out a weekend that reflected the promise of New Jersey’s next generation of female golfers. As the final putts dropped at LBI National, the 2025 HJGT fall season closed with a tournament that highlighted everything great about junior golf—discipline, sportsmanship, and the drive to improve. From Whitney’s control in the boys’ field to Wei’s precision on the girls’ side, the New Jersey Fall Junior Open was a fitting finale to another outstanding year of competition in the Garden State.

High Bridge, NJ — October 18–19, 2025 The Northern Jersey Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at High Bridge Hills Golf Club, brought together some of the region’s best young golfers for a weekend of intense, high-level competition under brisk fall skies. The rolling terrain and swirling winds at High Bridge Hills made for demanding conditions, testing every aspect of each player’s game — and the champions rose to the occasion. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Staten Island’s Anthony Rzeszutko delivered a steady and composed performance to take home the title at +6 (74–72). Rzeszutko’s ball control and confident putting separated him from a talented field that included runner-up Caleb Walsh of Pennsylvania, who finished one shot back, and Cole Maller of Maryland, who claimed third at +9. The Boys 14–15 Division featured one of the closest finishes of the weekend, with Josh Yoo of Glen Rock, NJ, edging out Charlie Kaufman of Montville by a single stroke. Yoo’s consistency from tee to green across rounds of 78 and 76 (+14) proved to be the difference as he held off a late charge from Kaufman’s 73 on Sunday. In the Boys 12–13 Division, Jack Elia of Chatham, NJ, put together two disciplined rounds of 78 and 77 (+15) to secure the win. Elia’s composure under pressure and precision around the greens helped him stay ahead of New York’s Edward Song (+19) and Pennsylvania’s James Gannon (+21). The youngest field of the weekend saw Lucas Miguel Garcia of Cedar Knolls, NJ, capture the Boys 10–11 Division crown with rounds of 74 and 81 (+15). His aggressive style and confident short game carried him to victory over Fraser Gannon of Doylestown, PA, and Thomas Liu of Summit, NJ. On the girls’ side, Emma Otterburn of New York City emerged victorious in the Girls 14–18 Division, carding rounds of 81 and 85 (+26) to outlast Marietta Hartmann of Devon, PA. Otterburn’s steady tempo and ability to handle the fast greens set her apart as she clinched the title with confidence. In the Girls U13 Division, Ria Nenavath of Chester, NJ, dominated her field, posting an impressive 79 and 78 (+17) to win decisively and continue her rise as one of New Jersey’s most promising young players. The Northern Jersey Junior Open once again highlighted the depth of talent and competitive spirit within junior golf. From veterans of the HJGT circuit to emerging young stars, the event showcased poise, sportsmanship, and championship-caliber golf — a fitting reflection of what the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour represents.

West Trenton, NJ — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour hosted the New Jersey Fall Junior Open at Mountain View Golf Course, where five champions were crowned. Calvin Pace (Exton, PA) won the Boys 16–18 title at 145 (+1), while Rayan Shah (Newtown, PA) captured the Boys 14–15 division by one stroke at 158 (+14). Grant Bravyak (Marlton, NJ) earned the Boys 12–13 title at 168 (+24), and Henry Myers (New York, NY) took home the Boys 10–11 win at 177 (+33). On the girls’ side, Florence Madurzak (Stockton, NJ) secured the Girls 14–18 championship with a five-shot victory at 166 (+22).

Hopewell, NJ – September 2025, The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour hosted the Northeast Regional Invitational this past weekend at Hopewell Valley Golf Club, where top juniors from across the region delivered standout performances. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Braden Bhalla (Ridgewood, NJ) claimed the title at +1 (145), three shots clear of the field. Logan Turner (Berwyn, PA) secured the Boys 14–15 championship at +3 (147), while Preston Minio (Lansdale, PA) went under par for the week, winning the Boys 12–13 Division at 1-under (143). In Boys 10–11, Isaac Lee (Alpine, NJ) held off a final-round charge from Lucas Kang (Brooklyn, NY) to finish at +5 (149). On the girls’ side, Rachel O’Rourke (Rome, NY) captured the Girls 14–18 crown with rounds of 80–79, finishing at +15 (159) to win by two strokes. The weekend highlighted the depth of junior golf talent in the Northeast, with champions rising from every division on a demanding Hopewell Valley layout.