HJGT Results

January 3 – 4, 2026

Southeast Florida Kickoff at Sandridge

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The Southeast Florida Kickoff marked the opening chapter of the new season as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour returned to one of the state’s most demanding championship venues, Sandridge Country Club. Sandridge doesn’t rely on length to define difficulty — it relies on pressure. Water frames nearly every hole, landing areas narrow as the round unfolds, and approach shots must be played with intention. The course rewards patience and punishes impatience, making it an ideal early-season test for junior golfers across all divisions. Throughout the weekend, players were challenged not only physically, but mentally. Momentum shifted quickly. Conservative decisions were often the right ones. And players who stayed committed to their process separated themselves from the field. Sandridge’s layout demanded emotional control, discipline, and the ability to respond when adversity appeared — hallmarks of championship golf. That environment is exactly what defines the HJGT. The Southeast Florida Kickoff delivered a professional tournament experience built to prepare players for the next level. From younger divisions learning how to manage a full two-day event to older players sharpening skills required for collegiate competition, the event served as both a proving ground and a developmental milestone. More than just a tournament, the weekend at Sandridge reinforced the tour’s standard: elite venues, national competition, and real pressure. This wasn’t about chasing low scores — it was about learning how to compete when the course demands accountability on every shot. As the season moves forward, Sandridge stands as a benchmark stop on the HJGT calendar — a venue that tests patience, builds resilience, and sets the tone for what championship junior golf is meant to feel like.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division

Luke Kang

+5 Total

Boys 14-15 Division

George Hampel

+13 Total

Boys 12-13 Division

Charlie Reich

+8 Total

Boys 10-11 Division

Jiarun Lu

+39 Total

Girls 14-18 Division

Gabriella Collelo

+4 Total

Girls 13&U Division

Emma De Leon

+40 Total

January 1 – 2, 2026

Phoenix Junior Open at Ocotillo

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The Phoenix Junior Open set the tone for the new year as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour returned to one of Arizona’s premier championship venues, Ocotillo Golf Club, utilizing the Oasis and Sky courses to deliver a true test of competitive junior golf. Known for its pristine conditioning and demanding design, Ocotillo provided an ideal stage for early-season competition. Water hazards frame many of the holes, forcing players to commit to tee shots and approach angles, while well-guarded greens rewarded disciplined iron play and thoughtful course management. The combination of desert conditions, firm turf, and strategic layouts ensured that scoring opportunities were earned — not given. Across all divisions, the event carried the feel of a collegiate-style championship. Long tournament days, professional operations, and a structured pace of play challenged players to manage both their games and their mindset. Momentum shifted quickly, and those who succeeded were the ones who stayed patient, trusted their preparation, and responded well when adversity appeared. For the HJGT, the Phoenix Junior Open once again reinforced the tour’s mission: to provide an elite competitive environment that prepares players for the next level. From younger divisions gaining their first exposure to multi-round championship golf to older players sharpening the skills required for high-level junior and collegiate competition, the event served as both a proving ground and a developmental milestone. As the calendar turns and the season accelerates, the Phoenix Junior Open stands as a benchmark stop on the schedule — a tournament defined by quality courses, strong fields, and an atmosphere that mirrors what players will face as they continue their journey through junior golf and beyond.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division

Jack Sikkila

+1 Total

Boys 14-15 Division

Jack Brenning

+7 Total

Boys 12-13 Division

Graham Brenning

+19 Total

Boys 10-11 Division

Ryan Kurtenbach

+19 Total

Girls 14-18 Division

Sophia Christianson

+19 Total

December 30 – 31, 2025

Champions Gate Junior Open

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The Champions Gate Junior Open wasn’t just another tournament on the winter calendar — it was a statement event, as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought elite junior competition to one of the most demanding venues in the country, ChampionsGate Golf Resort. From the moment players stepped onto the International Course, the tone was unmistakable. This was championship golf. Long sightlines. Minimal forgiveness. A layout that doesn’t bend to age, rankings, or reputation. ChampionsGate asked the same question of every competitor: Can you manage your game when nothing comes easy? Across all divisions, the course served as the great equalizer. Birdies were rare. Pars were earned. And momentum swung quickly for those who strayed from discipline. Players were forced to think their way around the golf course — choosing smart lines off the tee, accepting conservative targets, and learning how to grind when scoring chances disappeared. That’s exactly why this event fits the DNA of the HJGT. The Champions Gate Junior Open reflected what the tour consistently delivers: a professional tournament environment designed to prepare players for what comes next. From younger divisions experiencing their first true championship setup to older players sharpening the mental toughness required for collegiate golf, the week at ChampionsGate was about development under pressure. What separated contenders from the rest wasn’t raw talent — it was composure. Players who stayed patient, avoided compounding mistakes, and trusted their process rose up the leaderboard. Those who chased shots learned quickly that ChampionsGate doesn’t negotiate. By the time the final putts dropped, the message was clear. This event wasn’t built for comfort. It was built for growth. That’s the standard the HJGT continues to raise. Championship venues. National fields. Real tests. And an environment that mirrors the demands of golf at the next level. At ChampionsGate, players didn’t just compete — they were measured. And for many, the lessons learned on the International Course will matter long after the scorecards are signed.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division

Kayden Jae

+9 Total

Boys 14-15 Division

Jack Grinton

+5 Total

Boys 12-13 Division

Jeremy Zhang

+11 Total

Boys 10-11 Division

Licheng Hou

-2 Total

Girls 14-18 Division

Audrey Bai

+13 Total

Girls 13&U Division

MacKenzie Malcolm

+29 Total

December 27 – 28, 2025

Southwest Season Opener at Talking Stick

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Talking Stick Golf Club once again proved to be an ideal stage for championship junior golf as it hosted the Southwest Season Opener for the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, welcoming players from across the country and around the world to one of the Southwest’s purest tests of fundamentals. Set against the open desert landscape, Talking Stick presents a challenge that is as honest as it is demanding. With minimal visual framing, firm fairways, and fast, subtly contoured greens, the course places the responsibility squarely on execution. There is little to hide behind here — alignment, distance control, and disciplined decision-making are exposed on every hole. Throughout the event, the course rewarded players who embraced patience and respected the design. Tee shots required precise alignment rather than power, while approach shots demanded exact yardages to account for firm surfaces that could easily send the ball racing past targets. Missed greens often turned routine holes into tests of touch and creativity, making pars a valuable commodity across all divisions. As host venue, Talking Stick Golf Club delivered exactly what the HJGT seeks in a championship setting: a fair but exacting examination that challenges players mentally as much as physically. The openness of the layout amplified pressure, especially late in rounds, where momentum was difficult to maintain and every decision carried weight. The presence of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour elevated the event atmosphere, bringing together a competitive, diverse field that reflected the tour’s national and international reach. Players adapted to the desert conditions with maturity, adjusting ball flight, choosing conservative targets, and learning to accept what the course allowed rather than forcing outcomes. By the end of the Southwest Season Opener, Talking Stick had once again affirmed its reputation as a premier venue for elite junior competition. Hosting the HJGT provided not just a tournament, but a true measuring stick — a venue that teaches discipline, rewards smart golf, and prepares players for the realities of higher-level competition long after the final putt drops.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division