November 15 – 16, 2025
College Prep Series at Campbell University
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LILLINGTON, N.C. — The Boys 12–13 division at the College Prep Series at Campbell University saw Shane Stepnicka of Jefferson, North Carolina, rise to the top with a determined and composed performance, finishing the weekend at +22.
Stepnicka closed with a +12 final round, managing the challenges of Keith Hills’ Orange/Black course better than anyone else in the field. While the layout demanded precision around the greens and discipline off the tee, Stepnicka’s ability to steady himself on key holes separated him from the competition and secured a commanding victory.
Finishing in second was Tristan Cui of Vancouver, British Columbia, who posted a +25 round to complete the event at +46, battling through difficult conditions with persistence and effort throughout the weekend.
Stepnicka’s win reflects strong development fundamentals and promising competitive maturity as he continues progressing through the HJGT pathway.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Shane Stepnicka
+22 Total
No. 2 Rank
Tristan Cui
+46 Total
November 15 – 16, 2025
Augusta, GA Junior Open
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AUGUSTA, Ga. – At the Augusta, GA Junior Open, proudly hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, Garrett Saylor of Cumming, Georgia, emerged as the Boys 12–13 champion with a hard-earned finish at +38. Saylor battled through a demanding Bartram Trail layout that challenged every player in the field, closing with a +22 final round to secure the division title.
While scoring proved tough throughout the weekend, Saylor’s persistence and ability to stay composed under pressure allowed him to separate from the field and claim a well-deserved victory. His performance showcased grit, adaptability, and a commitment to finishing strong—a combination that defines future competitive success on tour.
Saylor leaves Augusta with the champion’s medal and momentum as the junior golf season continues.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Garrett Saylor
+38 Total
November 15 – 16, 2025
Reunion Junior Open presented by GEICO
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REUNION, Fla. – The Reunion Junior Open presented by GEICO, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, featured a composed and commanding performance from Neil Sullivan of Simsbury, Connecticut, who captured the Boys 12–13 Division title with a two-day total of +3 (147).
Sullivan opened with a sharp 73, then followed with a steady 74, showcasing disciplined course management on Reunion Resort’s championship layout. His precision off the tee and ability to convert key pars allowed him to stay in complete control of the leaderboard across both rounds, securing a five-shot victory.
Bentley McNamara of Woodstock, Ontario, Canada, finished runner-up at +8 (152) after rounds of 77 and 75, applying pressure early in the final round before Sullivan pulled away late. Hayden Hogg of Champaign, Illinois, surged on Sunday with a strong 74 to claim third at +14 (158).
Rounding out the top five were Haoyu Yong of Winter Garden, Florida, at 166, and Sebastian Vizcarra of Lima, Peru, at 168, further emphasizing the international depth of the division.
Sullivan’s consistent ball striking and steady temperament made him a deserving champion, as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again showcased rising talent from across the United States and beyond at Reunion Resort.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Neil Sullivan
+3 Total
No. 2 Rank
Bentley McNamara
+8 Total
No. 3 Rank
Hayden Hogg
+14 Total
November 15 – 16, 2025
Southeast Florida Junior Open
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BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. – The Southeast Florida Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, saw a commanding performance from Gabriel Shabashkevich of Boca Raton, Florida, who captured the Boys 12–13 Division title with an impressive two-over-par 146 (77–69).
Shabashkevich delivered one of the most dynamic rounds of the entire tournament on Sunday, firing a three-under 69 to surge ahead of the field. His precision off the tee and confident putting allowed him to navigate Indian Springs’ tight corridors with maturity well beyond his age. The bogey-free stretch on the back nine sealed his victory in dominant fashion.
Saktinra Puspanathan of Port St. Lucie, Florida, finished runner-up at +19 (163) after rounds of 81 and 82, while Kayden Lipnicky of Parkland, Florida, secured third at +35 (179). Sebastian De Caso of Coral Gables and Cameron Limia of Plantation rounded out the top five.
Shabashkevich’s stellar final round stood out as one of the weekend’s top performances across all divisions, highlighting the strength and depth of rising talent competing on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Gabriel Shabashkevich
+2 Total
No. 2 Rank
Saktinra Puspanathan
+19 Total
No. 3 Rank
Kayden Lipnicky
+35 Total
