HJGT Results

East Meadow, NY — The Boys 12–13 division at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Nassau County Junior Open turned into a test of precision and composure, and Chase Rebore of Bayport, NY rose to the occasion with two steady rounds to secure the division championship at Eisenhower Park Golf Club. Rebore opened with a 74 on Saturday, setting an early tone that would prove crucial. On Sunday, he followed up with a disciplined 75 to finish at 149 (+5), holding off a strong late push from Michael Fernandez of Manhasset, NY, who closed with an impressive 73 — the lowest round of the division — to finish two shots back at 151 (+7). Just behind, Crosby Knowland of Ridgewood, NJ matched Fernandez’s 73 on Sunday to take third at 152 (+8), as both players applied steady pressure throughout the final round. Sebastian Brodale of Brooklyn, NY finished fourth at 164 (+20), while Mervin Lee of Great Neck, NY rounded out the top five at 167 (+23). With tight fairways, unpredictable winds, and firm greens, the Eisenhower layout demanded consistency and focus — qualities Rebore demonstrated all weekend. His ability to maintain control from start to finish and stay composed under final-round pressure earned him a well-deserved victory among a strong and competitive field.

West Trenton, NJ — The Boys 12–13 division at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s New Jersey Fall Junior Open showcased resilience and determination, with Grant Bravyak of Marlton, NJ capturing the title after two steady rounds at Mountain View Golf Course. Bravyak opened the weekend with an 85, leaving the door open for challengers, but he responded with a composed 83 on Sunday to post a two-day total of 168 (+24). His consistency across both days proved to be just enough to edge out Sebastian Brodale of Brooklyn, NY, who matched Bravyak’s second-round 83 but ultimately finished two shots back at 170 (+26). The pair separated themselves from the rest of the field, trading momentum throughout the weekend and turning the division into one of the most competitive storylines at Mountain View. Behind the front-runners, Jace Collins of Spring Brook Township, PA posted rounds of 85 and 92 to claim third at 177 (+33). Daniel Ruggiero of Mays Landing, NJ followed closely in fourth at 180 (+36) after rounds of 86 and 94. Christian Schwarz of Hatboro, PA rounded out the top five at 186 (+42), while Alex Heffner of New York, NY fought through both rounds to finish sixth. The Boys 12–13 division underscored the spirit of junior golf — determination, improvement, and the drive to compete under pressure. Bravyak’s ability to steady himself and shave strokes on Sunday proved decisive, making him a well-earned champion and one to watch in upcoming HJGT events.

Hastings, MN — The Boys 12–13 division at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Minneapolis Fall Junior Open was controlled from start to finish by Lai Jiang of Woodbury, MN, who showcased poise and consistency en route to a convincing victory at Emerald Greens Golf Club. Jiang opened with a 77 on Saturday to take the early lead, then elevated his play on Sunday with a sharp 73 — the lowest round of the division by a wide margin. His two-day total of 150 (+6) gave him a commanding 26-shot victory over the field, one of the most dominant performances of the weekend across all divisions. Aidan Grady of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada finished runner-up at 176 (+32), while Miles Ugurlu of Plymouth, MN took third with a two-day score of 195 (+51). Jiang’s ability to limit mistakes and string together solid stretches of golf on both days set him apart, making him a standout among the younger competitors. His win not only earned him the Boys 12–13 crown but also positioned him as one of Minnesota’s rising junior talents to watch on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.

Beaufort, SC — The Boys 12–13 division at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Low Country Junior Open came down to just a single stroke, with Zach Dao of Savannah, GA pulling through to claim the title at Cat Island Club. Dao posted rounds of 85 and 80 to finish at 165 (+23), narrowly holding off Wallace Simmons of Beaufort, SC, who stayed consistent with back-to-back 83s for 166 (+24). Cooper Boone of Mills River, NC rounded out the top three at 195 (+53). Dao’s improved play in the final round proved decisive, giving him the edge in one of the weekend’s closest battles.