HJGT Results

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.

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.

Kent, OH — The College Prep Series at Kent State, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Windmill Lakes Golf Club, delivered a weekend of competitive golf and memorable finishes as junior golfers from across the U.S. and Canada showcased their talent and determination. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Thomas Mankowski of Canton, Ohio, took home the title after back-to-back rounds of 72–72 (+4 total), displaying poise and control throughout the tournament. Heath Boyko of Ontario and Alexander Stiegele of Westlake, Ohio, rounded out the top three, each demonstrating consistency under tough fall conditions. Jordan Bello of Beaver, Pennsylvania, captured the Boys 14–15 Division with a steady 84–84 (+28) performance, pulling ahead with disciplined course management and a reliable short game. In the Boys 10–11 Division, Agampratap Kanwar of Hudson, Ohio, impressed the crowd with rounds of 74–75 (+9 total) to secure the win over George Moore of Akron. Kanwar’s balanced play set the tone for his first major HJGT victory. On the girls’ side, Kennedy Farrell of North Canton, Ohio, claimed the Girls 14–18 title, posting 82–82 (+24) to edge out Jocelyn Wintersteen and Jo Nicol in a competitive field. Farrell’s precision and calm under pressure were key in clinching the win. In the Girls U13 Division, Sai Kohara of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, earned a narrow one-stroke victory with rounds of 88–92 (+40) over Katelyn Plummer of Pennsylvania, in one of the weekend’s most exciting finishes. The event highlighted the depth of young golf talent in the region and provided players a college-prep style challenge — blending competition with experience on a championship-level course.

Farmington, CT — The Connecticut Season Finale, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Farmington Woods Golf Club, brought an exciting close to the fall season with strong performances across all divisions despite challenging course conditions. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Matteo Barbaro of Middletown, CT, held firm to capture the title at 159 (+15), edging out a trio of players — Rowan Banning, Yixun Chen, and Kuisheng Zhou — by a single stroke. Barbaro’s opening-round 74 set the tone for a weekend defined by tight margins and mental toughness. Blake Waidlich of Keene, NH, dominated the Boys 14–15 Division, firing rounds of 76 and 77 (+9) for a commanding win, while Junhang Wu of Newton, MA, secured the Boys 12–13 crown by just one shot after posting a composed 87–80 (+23). On the girls’ side, Ella Michaud of Kensington, CT, earned the Girls 14–18 Division title at 174 (+30), while Anthony Mazzuoccolo of Weston, CT, topped the Boys 10–11 Division at 199 (+55). The event marked a fitting finale to the HJGT’s Connecticut schedule — a weekend full of grit, growth, and competitive spirit that showcased the region’s top rising junior golf talent.