HJGT Results

The Kiawah Island Junior Open concluded with a strong showing from the Girls 14–18 division, as competitors faced the same demanding coastal conditions that defined the weekend at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. With shifting winds, firm greens, and strategic tee shots required throughout the course, the event tested patience, adaptability, and mental toughness at every turn. Elin Sarstrand of Spartanburg, South Carolina delivered one of the most impressive performances of the tournament, closing with a standout second-round 76 to finish at +19 and claim the division title. After an opening round of 87, Sarstrand made critical adjustments and responded with poise and confidence, separating herself from the field on Sunday with disciplined shot-making and steady course management. Finishing just one stroke behind was Elliott Walters of Wilmington, North Carolina, who posted rounds of 83 and 81 to end the weekend at +20. Walters remained consistent throughout both rounds, applying pressure at the top of the leaderboard and demonstrating the composure required to contend on one of junior golf’s most respected venues. Kinley Brazell of Columbia, South Carolina secured third place at +37, followed closely by Maya Sarstrand of Spartanburg, South Carolina in fourth at +41. Both players battled challenging conditions and gained valuable experience competing in a championship setting that rewards resilience as much as execution. The remainder of the field continued to show determination and perseverance, completing a tournament that demanded focus from start to finish. For the Girls 14–18 division, the Kiawah Island Junior Open served as an important developmental milestone, offering exposure to elite competition and a course that mirrors the challenges faced at the highest levels of the game. As part of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s winter championship slate, the event reinforced the Tour’s commitment to providing meaningful competitive opportunities for young athletes, helping prepare them for the next stages of their junior golf journey.

The Tampa Bay Winter Junior Open delivered another dramatic championship finish as the Girls 14–18 division took center stage at Lexington Oaks Golf Club. With firm fairways, demanding approach shots, and greens that rewarded precision and patience, the course provided a true test of competitive maturity across a deep and internationally represented field. After two tightly contested rounds, Leila El Omari of Tampa, Florida emerged as the division champion, defeating Emma Ziniuk of Magnolia, Texas in a playoff to claim the title. Both players finished regulation play tied at +12 with identical totals of 156, setting the stage for a high-pressure playoff finish. El Omari followed an opening round of 80 with an excellent closing 76, then delivered when it mattered most in the playoff to secure the victory on her home course. Ziniuk pushed the pace throughout the weekend, opening with a strong 74 before posting an 82 in the final round. Her steady play kept her in contention from start to finish and forced the playoff, earning her a hard-fought runner-up finish in one of the most competitive divisions of the event. Just two strokes back, Lilly Mrozik of Lake Mary, Florida finished third at +14 after rounds of 81 and 77, staying within striking distance throughout the tournament. A three-way tie for fourth at +16 highlighted the depth of the field, with GibbieKay Cain of Tennessee, Gabriela Calce of Texas, and Mattea Issa of Jamaica all showcasing resilience and strong shot-making across two demanding rounds. The remainder of the leaderboard reflected the global reach of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, with competitors representing the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Korea, and Jamaica. Each player faced the same challenge—staying patient, managing mistakes, and competing with confidence under pressure. As part of the HJGT winter championship schedule, the Tampa Bay Winter Junior Open once again proved to be a valuable proving ground for elite junior players. The Girls 14–18 division, capped by a playoff finish, exemplified the competitive standard and developmental mission of the Tour—preparing athletes for higher levels of junior and collegiate golf through meaningful competition on championship venues.

ChampionsGate Golf Resort lived up to its name as one of the fiercest stages on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, and the Girls 14–18 field delivered a championship fight from start to finish. When the final card was signed, Addison Reilly of Frisco, Texas, stood alone at the top — and she earned every bit of it. Reilly posted rounds of 72–74 to finish at 146 (+2), a poised and disciplined performance that separated her in a field loaded with national and international firepower. Her opening-round 72 set the early tone, but it was her ability to steady the ship late on Sunday, answering every surge from the leaderboard, that secured the Tournament of Champions title. Behind her, the battle for second turned into a dramatic three-way deadlock, as Maddison Moltich (AZ), Ryley Regan (MA), and Michelle Young (Thailand) all finished at 151 (+7). Each mounted their own charge — Moltich with gritty par saves, Regan flashing elite iron play, and Young matching the champion’s final-round 74 — but none could erase Reilly’s five-shot cushion. A tightly packed chase group followed at 152 (+8), with Alexandra Botsis, Sabrina Smith, and Elena Zreik all producing performances worthy of a major-championship weekend. Their consistency under pressure kept the middle of the leaderboard in constant motion, as Eagle Creek’s subtle slopes and swirling winds demanded precision on every approach. The depth of the division was on full display. From Piper Dunn, Julia Gelma Labarga, McKenna Nelson, and Lexi Palazzo at 154 (+10), to the massive wave of players between +11 and +18, the leaderboard became a collage of comebacks, momentum swings, and late-round resilience. ChampionsGate punished anything less than total commitment, and the field responded with tournament-quality grit from top to bottom. International talent continued to shine throughout the standings. Contenders from South Africa, Bolivia, Canada, Spain, Jamaica, Thailand, and China all held their own against the strongest domestic field of the HJGT fall season, reinforcing the global reach of this championship. By Sunday afternoon the weather warmed, the wind settled, and the scoring tightened — but Reilly never flinched. Her final nine was a measured, veteran-style close, the kind of finish coaches notice and competitors respect. With over 70 elite juniors battling for the crown, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s Tournament of Champions once again cemented itself as one of the premier stages for rising collegiate prospects. And this weekend, Addison Reilly stamped her name on that stage — with a performance built on nerve, precision, and championship-level composure. ChampionsGate delivered drama. The HJGT delivered a show. And a new champion delivered a statement.

The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour wrapped up another South Florida weekend with a commanding wire-to-wire performance in the Girls 14–18 division, where Lilly Bisterzo of Nassau, Bahamas, delivered one of her sharpest showings of the season. Bisterzo fired rounds of 82 and 74 to post a 156 (+14) and run away with the title by a staggering 20 shots. Her Sunday 74 was the clear highlight — composed, confident, and packed with clutch saves that separated her from the field. On a course that punished anything offline, Bisterzo’s ability to control ball flight and clean up around the greens proved to be the winning blueprint. Sophia Enriquez (176) battled through momentum swings to finish alone in second, bouncing back from a tough opening round with a more settled 85 on Sunday. Sophie Alcala-Marks (185) rounded out the podium, showing grit throughout the weekend and closing strong with her best stretch of golf late in the final round. In a field full of developing talent, Bisterzo’s precision and poise made her the clear standout — and she walks away with a dominant victory on the HJGT stage.