HJGT Results

October 4 – 5, 2025

Charlotte Fall Junior Open

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Locust, NC — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Charlotte Fall Junior Open at Red Bridge Golf & Country Club delivered two days of competitive golf and challenging course conditions, but it was Britton Steede of Cramerton, NC who rose above the field to capture the Boys 16–18 championship with an even-par finish. Steede opened with an impressive 71 on Saturday, setting the pace early in a talented and diverse field. On Sunday, he followed with a steady 73 to close out the tournament at 144 (E), maintaining control despite firm greens and swirling Carolina winds. His balanced approach, sharp iron play, and consistency off the tee allowed him to separate from the competition and earn a decisive victory. Abhay Minhas of Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada finished runner-up at 151 (+7), firing rounds of 75 and 76 to stay within striking distance throughout the weekend. Behind him, a tightly packed leaderboard saw four players tie for third at 158 (+14): Gabe deBuhr (Mint Hill, NC), Andrew Draper (Roanoke, VA), Landon Heers (Sherrills Ford, NC), and Pongpat Rattanapiratanon (Bangkok, Thailand) — each showing resilience in the face of a demanding setup. Robby Flanders of Waxhaw, NC rounded out the top seven at 162 (+18), while Supawut Rungrojpatansaree (Bangkok, Thailand) followed at 166 (+22), highlighting the international reach of the event. Steede’s performance was a model of control and composure. Over two days, he led wire-to-wire, withstanding early pressure on Sunday before closing strong on the back nine to secure his first HJGT title of the fall season. His victory at Red Bridge underscored his reputation as one of the Carolinas’ most consistent young players and capped off a weekend of stellar play from a field featuring golfers from across the U.S. and around the world.

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Player

Total

No. 1 Rank

Britton Steede

E Total

No. 2 Rank

Abhay Minhas

+7 Total

October 4 – 5, 2025

Minnesota Junior Open at Bulrush

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Rush City, MN — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Minnesota Junior Open at Bulrush Golf Club delivered a weekend of competitive golf, dramatic leaderboard swings, and clutch play down the stretch. In the Boys 16–18 division, Benjamin Freshwater of Maple Grove, MN emerged victorious after two days of gritty, consistent play, capturing the championship with a two-round total of 152 (+8). Freshwater opened with a 79 on Saturday, leaving himself room to make a move on Sunday. In the final round, he delivered when it mattered most — firing a composed 73 to surge past the field and secure the win by a single stroke. His ability to stay patient on Bulrush’s challenging greens proved decisive as several players mounted late charges. Finishing just one shot behind was a crowded trio tied for second at 153 (+9): Cooper Daikawa (Lino Lakes, MN), Tate Helland (Albertville, MN), and Ryder Rose (Edina, MN). Daikawa’s steady 77–76 performance kept him in contention throughout, while Helland’s ball striking and Rose’s opening 74 had each of them within reach until the final holes. Charlie Nielsen (Edina, MN) rounded out the top five at 154 (+10), staying consistent with back-to-back 77s, while Myles Jorde (Cando, ND) finished close behind at 156 (+12) after rebounding from a tough opening day with a strong 75 in the final round. The field featured a mix of experienced competitors and rising young talent, all navigating crisp fall conditions and Bulrush’s demanding layout. From Freshwater’s composed closing stretch to the pack of contenders just behind him, the Boys 16–18 division showcased the kind of resilience and determination that defines junior golf in the Midwest. With his victory, Freshwater not only captured the title but also solidified himself as one of Minnesota’s standout players heading into the late fall stretch of the HJGT season.

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Player

Total

No. 1 Rank

Benjamin Freshwater

+8 Total

No. 2 Rank

Cooper Daikawa

+9 Total

No. 2 Rank

Tate Helland

+9 Total

No. 2 Rank

Ryder Rose

+9 Total

October 4 – 5, 2025

Nassau County Junior Open

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Ahn Outlasts Field to Win Boys 16–18 Title at Eisenhower Park East Meadow, NY — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Nassau County Junior Open at Eisenhower Park Golf Club saw David Ahn of Jamesville, NY rise to the occasion, capturing the Boys 16–18 division title with a composed performance over two rounds of championship golf. Ahn posted rounds of 73 and 71 for a total of 144 (E), finishing one shot ahead of Jack Lopinski of Amherst, NY, who kept the pressure on throughout with scores of 72 and 73. Ahn’s closing 71, highlighted by steady play on Eisenhower’s demanding greens, proved to be the difference as he claimed a wire-to-wire victory. Ryan Forsyth of Rye, NY rounded out the top three, carding rounds of 74 and 73 to finish at 147 (+3), while Jake Bruno (Mohegan Lake, NY) and Justin Carlson (Delmar, NY) tied for fourth at 156 (+12). Kyler Biesma of Wantagh, NY followed closely in sixth after a strong final-round 74, finishing at 157 (+13). The Boys 16–18 division featured a mix of local standouts and regional talent from across New York and the Northeast, all contending with breezy fall conditions that tested every part of their game. Ahn’s poise and ability to close under pressure made the difference, earning him his first HJGT title of the season and solidifying his reputation as one of the top junior competitors in the Empire State.

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Player

Total

No. 1 Rank

David Ahn

E Total

No. 2 Rank

Jack Lopinski

+1 Total

No. 3 Rank

Ryan Forsyth

+3 Total

September 27 – 28, 2025

New Jersey Fall Junior Open

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West Trenton, NJ — The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s New Jersey Fall Junior Open delivered high drama at Mountain View Golf Course, with Calvin Pace of Exton, PA showing poise and consistency to earn the Boys 16–18 championship. Pace set the tone early with a strong opening 71, then closed with a steady 74 for a 145 (+1) total — enough to hold off a crowded leaderboard in one of the most competitive divisions of the season. Quin Zuegner of New Hope, PA applied pressure with rounds of 73 and 75, finishing runner-up at 148 (+4). Just one shot further back, a three-way tie at 149 (+5) highlighted the depth of the field: Michael Bonczak (Fort Washington, PA), Trevor Sieben (Medford, NJ), and Kai Sugimoto (Tokyo, Japan) all showcased strong performances across two rounds. Not far behind, Chase Riley of Chester Springs, PA flashed early brilliance with a field-best 69 in round one before settling at 150 (+6). Kenyon Crawford (South Riding, VA) and Ryan Brnich (Wyndmoor, PA) also finished inside the top 10, keeping the pressure on throughout the weekend. With over 40 players in the field and international talent mixing with East Coast standouts, the New Jersey Fall Junior Open reaffirmed its reputation as one of the marquee stops on the HJGT schedule. Pace’s steady play under pressure proved decisive as he lifted the Boys 16–18 trophy in West Trenton.

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No. 1 Rank