HJGT Results

WILMINGTON, Del. – The Northeast Season Finale at Rock Manor, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, brought an exciting conclusion to the regional season as some of the area’s best junior golfers battled for top honors under crisp fall conditions at Rock Manor Golf Club. In a tight, competitive field, Joseph Kelly of Wilmington, Delaware, emerged victorious, capturing the Boys 16–18 Division title with a two-day total of +4 (146). Kelly opened with a strong 72 on Saturday and followed with a steady 74 on Sunday, holding off a late charge from Declan Conner of Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, and Luke Farnese of Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, who both finished just one stroke back at +5 (147). Conner’s second-round 70, the low round of the weekend, put the pressure on down the stretch, but Kelly’s consistency and control in the closing holes secured his win on home turf. Luke LaScala and Kie Shaw, both of Wilmington, Delaware, finished tied for fourth at +6 (148), rounding out a talented top five that represented the depth of competition across the Northeast. Kelly’s victory marked a fitting close to the HJGT’s regional calendar, as players from across Delaware, Pennsylvania, and surrounding states competed with determination and sportsmanship. His steady play and hometown composure made him a deserving champion to cap off an unforgettable Hurricane Junior Golf Tour season finale.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Nashville Winter Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at the Hermitage Golf Club, delivered a hard-fought weekend of competition as players battled cold winds and firm fairways on one of Tennessee’s most demanding layouts. Rising to the challenge was Jeremy “Luke” Diamond of Morristown, Tennessee, who captured the Boys 16–18 Division title with a composed four-over-par (148) performance. Diamond opened with a 75 on Saturday before closing with a 73 on Sunday, displaying steady control and strong course management in the face of shifting conditions. His ability to limit mistakes and stay patient on Hermitage’s tricky greens proved to be the difference as he edged out Trevor Youssi of Denver, Colorado, who carded a strong even-par 72 in the final round to finish second at +6 (150). Cole Harris of Bettendorf, Iowa, secured third at +8 (152), while Logan Larsen of Winona, Minnesota, followed in fourth at +11 (155). Tej Bulusu of Hilliard, Ohio, rounded out the top five at +14 (158). With players representing nine different states, the Boys 16–18 Division at Hermitage Golf Club highlighted both regional and national talent, showcasing the depth of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s competitive field. Diamond’s steady play and strong closing round earned him a well-deserved victory and set the tone for the winter season ahead.

NEWNAN, Ga. – The Boys 16–18 division at the Atlanta Junior Open at Canongate 1 Golf Club delivered high-caliber golf and a thrilling finish as Griffin Barnett of Carrollton, Georgia, claimed the title in commanding fashion with a two-day total of three-under-par (141). After opening with a 73, Barnett caught fire in the final round, firing a four-under 68 to surge past the field and secure a two-shot victory. His composed play off the tee and confident putting on Canongate’s slick greens set the tone for one of the weekend’s best performances on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. Luke Friend of Acworth, Georgia, held steady throughout the weekend to finish runner-up at one-under (143), posting rounds of 71 and 72. Wilson Knight of Brooks, Georgia, followed in third at +4 (148), while Riley Callahan of Maineville, Ohio, Jacob Normandeau of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada, and Matthew Runckel of Alpharetta, Georgia, shared fourth at +7 (151). Barnett’s dominant final-round performance set him apart in a strong field filled with regional standouts and international talent, showcasing the depth and competitive spirit that define the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. His ability to go low under pressure on Sunday proved the difference, earning him a well-deserved victory in Georgia.

WINTER GARDEN, Fla. – Under breezy skies at Stoneybrook West Golf Club, the Boys 16–18 division delivered a weekend of precision golf and international flair. When the final putt dropped, it was Florian Jakubke of Werne, Germany who stood alone atop the leaderboard, capturing the title with a composed five-over-par 149 (74–75). Jakubke’s steady play separated him from a tightly packed field. While others struggled to navigate Stoneybrook’s slick greens and demanding par-3s, the German standout maintained his rhythm, closing with back-to-back pars to seal the victory. Just two shots back, Jayden Jae of Bradenton, Florida, and Jason Johnson of Innsbruck, Barbados finished in a tie for second at +7 (151). Both players applied pressure down the stretch—Jae with a steady 76 and Johnson matching Jakubke’s 75 in the final round—but couldn’t quite overtake the leader. Local favorite Brady Durkin of Winter Garden made a strong weekend push, carding 152 (+8) to finish fourth, while Wyatt Bliss of Orlando rounded out the top five at 154 (+10) after two consistent rounds of 77. With players representing nine different countries, the Boys 16–18 field at the Winter Garden Junior Open showcased not only elite talent but also the global reach of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. Jakubke’s poise under pressure earned him a well-deserved victory and capped an impressive international showing on Florida turf.