HJGT Results

Greensburg, PA — October 25–26, 2025 The Pittsburgh Fall Junior Open at Totteridge Club, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, brought Pennsylvania’s top junior golfers together for a weekend of fierce competition, changing fall weather, and a dramatic finish that came down to a sudden-death playoff. After 36 holes, Alexander Avi of Kittanning, PA, and Christopher Faber of Wexford, PA, were deadlocked at +3 (147) — setting up a tense one-hole playoff for the title. With the gallery watching closely, Avi delivered a composed performance under pressure, finding the fairway and sinking a clutch par putt to claim the victory. His steady play throughout the weekend, including an opening-round 71, proved the difference in a tightly packed field. Faber’s 74–73 weekend showcased remarkable consistency, and his second-round rally forced the playoff, while Bailey Donahue of Pittsburgh, PA, finished just two strokes behind at +5 (149) after posting a strong 73 on Sunday. The leaderboard remained crowded all weekend, with Jacob Lenart, Luke Sikora, and Preston Troiano all tying for fourth at +7 (151) — each making a charge in the final round. Conditions at Totteridge demanded patience and precision, with gusty winds and slick greens testing even the most disciplined players. Local competitors filled the top of the leaderboard, giving the event a true Western Pennsylvania feel, as familiar names like Cappetta, Sacriponte, and Geiger added to the depth of the field. In the end, it was Avi’s calm under playoff pressure that defined the championship — a moment that captured the essence of junior golf competition: skill, focus, and resilience when it mattered most. The victory cements Avi’s place among the region’s standout young talents and caps off another memorable stop on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.

Orlando, FL — October 25–26, 2025 The Orlando Fall Junior Open at Eagle Creek presented by GEICO, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, featured an elite international field and delivered exceptional scoring across a competitive weekend. In the Boys 16–18 Division, Gabriel Cruz Charry of Bogotá, Colombia, put on a clinic of precision and consistency, firing a pair of 70s to finish at 3-under par (−3) and claim the championship. Cruz Charry’s steady play from tee to green separated him from a crowded leaderboard and highlighted his composure under tournament pressure. Finishing in solo second at 1-under (−1) was Chase Whittle of Awendaw, South Carolina, who kept pace with Cruz Charry throughout the round but fell just short of the lead. A tightly contested battle for third saw Noah Hu (New York City, NY), Sol Richmond (Singapore), and Jeremiah Smith (Viera, FL) all finish at even par (E, 73), rounding out one of the most competitive top fives of the fall season. Eagle Creek Golf Club’s challenging layout tested every aspect of the players’ games, rewarding precision on approach shots and creativity around the greens. With international representation spanning Colombia, Mexico, Germany, China, Myanmar, Canada, and the U.S., the event underscored the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s global reach and the depth of talent on display. Cruz Charry’s victory at Eagle Creek cements his reputation as one of the rising stars in junior golf — and a name to watch heading into the 2026 season.

Louisville, KY — October 18–19, 2025 The Fall College Prep Series at Louisville, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at the University of Louisville Golf Club, delivered a weekend of competitive golf and college-level precision from the region’s top juniors. Josh Fratzel of Shawnee, Kansas, dominated the field with a remarkable -4 (68–72—140) performance, showcasing control and consistency from start to finish. His opening-round 68 set the tone, and he held steady through challenging Sunday conditions to secure a wire-to-wire victory. Local standout Parker Brandon of La Grange, Kentucky, claimed runner-up honors at +3 (70–77—147), while Chase Huff of Bardstown, Kentucky, rounded out the top three with a steady +7 (76–75—151). The leaderboard behind them featured determined efforts from a deep field, including Austin Nicholas of Ohio and Jack Walker of Texas, who tied for fourth at +15 (159). Fratzel’s victory highlighted not only his precision and mental toughness but also the competitive spirit that defines HJGT events. The University of Louisville Golf Club’s demanding layout tested every aspect of the players’ games, making Fratzel’s under-par finish an impressive exclamation point on a strong collegiate-prep weekend.

The Midwest/West Regional Invitational, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at Harborside International Golf Club, delivered a weekend of exceptional golf and fierce competition among some of the region’s most talented junior players. The course’s signature blend of challenging links-style fairways, unpredictable winds, and undulating greens demanded both precision and mental toughness — and those who rose to the challenge showcased elite-level composure. At the top of the leaderboard, Austin Rinkenberger of Wildwood, Missouri, emerged victorious with a total score of +1 (71–74—145). Rinkenberger displayed remarkable consistency throughout the weekend, managing his game with maturity and capitalizing on key birdie opportunities to edge out a competitive field. His ability to stay composed under pressure proved decisive as he secured the regional title. Just behind him, a pair of players shared runner-up honors at +4 (148). Evan Hall of Elmira, Ontario, Canada, battled through the breezy Sunday conditions to hold his spot near the top, while Sumner Meekhof of Eastmanville, Michigan, started hot with an opening-round 68, one of the best rounds of the tournament, before running into tougher conditions during round two. Lucas Gilbart of Toronto, Ontario, also made a strong impression with steady rounds of 74 and 75 (+5) to claim fourth place, while Cole Hendrix of Weldon Spring, Missouri, rounded out the top five at +6 (71–79) after a strong opening day. From start to finish, the Midwest/West Regional Invitational served as a true test of discipline and endurance. With shifting lakefront winds and demanding approach shots into well-guarded greens, every stroke mattered. The event highlighted the depth of junior golf talent across the Midwest and Canada — and set the stage for these rising competitors as they continue their paths toward college and beyond. The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again provided a world-class platform for young athletes to showcase their skill, sportsmanship, and determination, and Harborside’s championship layout ensured that only the most composed and creative players stood atop the leaderboard.