Stoneybrook West Junior Open

The Stoneybrook West Junior Open delivered a classic championship grind as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought elite junior competition to Stoneybrook West Golf Club, a venue that quietly tests patience and punishes lapses without warning. Stoneybrook West doesn’t announce its difficulty — it reveals it slowly. Narrow driving corridors, strategic bunkering, and firm greens demand commitment on every swing. Scoring opportunities are available, but only for players willing to stay disciplined and accept conservative targets when the course asks for restraint. At the top of the leaderboard, the championship finished in a dead heat. Cole Laffere of Miami and Mark Puchkov of Brooklyn, New York, shared the title at +7 (151) after two steady rounds apiece. Laffere posted rounds of 75 and 76, while Puchkov answered with 76 and 75 — matching consistency on a course that rarely allows momentum to snowball. Just behind them, Brady Durkin of Winter Garden stayed firmly in contention throughout the weekend, finishing third at +8 (152). His opening-round 74 kept pressure on the leaders and underscored how thin the margin was between winning outright and chasing. As the field worked through two demanding rounds, Stoneybrook West played the role it’s known for — separating patience from impatience. Players who chased flags paid for it quickly. Those who trusted their preparation and managed misses stayed competitive deep into the final holes. That’s exactly the environment the HJGT is built to provide. The Stoneybrook West Junior Open wasn’t designed for low numbers — it was designed to prepare players for what comes next. Professional tournament operations, a championship-caliber venue, and real competitive pressure combined to mirror the demands of collegiate golf. When the final scorecards were signed, the takeaway was clear. At Stoneybrook West, titles aren’t won with flashes — they’re earned through discipline. And in the Boys 16–18 division, this weekend delivered a finish that reflected everything the HJGT stands for: competition, composure, and credibility.

The Stoneybrook West Junior Open continued its reputation as a true early-season grinder as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour challenged the Boys 14–15 division at Stoneybrook West Golf Club — a course that doesn’t overpower players, but steadily applies pressure until mistakes surface. Stoneybrook West rewards discipline. Tight driving windows, strategic bunkering, and greens that demand full commitment force players to think their way through every hole. It’s a venue that exposes impatience and rewards those willing to stay within their game plan, especially over a two-day championship format. At the top of the leaderboard, Brody Drewes of Clermont, Florida, delivered the most composed performance of the weekend. Rounds of 78 and 82 were enough to secure the division title at +16 (160), as Drewes managed the course with maturity and avoided the compounding mistakes that reshaped the leaderboard throughout the event. Behind him, Aiden Som of Reunion, Florida, finished second at +37 (181), while Clay Johnson of Liberty, Kentucky, rounded out the podium at +58 (202). Across the division, players were forced to navigate long stretches where pars mattered and recovery shots defined momentum. That’s exactly what makes Stoneybrook West a staple on the HJGT schedule. The course doesn’t reward flash — it rewards focus. And for the Boys 14–15 division, the weekend served as a valuable lesson in managing adversity, staying patient, and competing through challenging conditions. As the season moves forward, the Stoneybrook West Junior Open stands as a reminder of what HJGT events are designed to do: provide real tests, real pressure, and real opportunities for growth. At this venue, nothing is given — and every stroke has to be earned.

The Stoneybrook West Junior Open continued to live up to its reputation as a thinking player’s test as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour challenged the Boys 12–13 division at Stoneybrook West Golf Club — a course that quietly demands focus from the first tee to the final green. Stoneybrook West doesn’t overwhelm with length, but it steadily exposes lapses in discipline. Narrow landing areas, well-placed bunkering, and greens that punish indecision force players to commit to every shot. For this age group, it was championship golf stripped down to fundamentals: smart decisions, emotional control, and the ability to grind when scoring chances disappear. At the top of the leaderboard, Evan Pratt of Montverde, Florida, delivered the most consistent performance across two demanding rounds. Posting scores of 87 and 90, Pratt finished at +33 (177) to claim the division title. On a course where momentum is hard to build, his ability to limit compounding mistakes and stay composed proved decisive. Behind him, Lincoln Dubiel of Windermere, Florida, finished second at +39 (183), while Giovanni DiGiacomo of Sanford, Florida, rounded out the podium at +47 (191). Across the field, players were forced to manage difficult lies, recover from missed greens, and learn firsthand how quickly small errors can add up at this level. That’s exactly why Stoneybrook West fits the HJGT blueprint. The event wasn’t about chasing low numbers — it was about learning how to compete under pressure. Two-day formats, championship setups, and professional tournament operations create an environment that prepares players for tougher tests ahead. When the final scorecards were signed, the takeaway was clear. At Stoneybrook West, patience isn’t optional — it’s required. And for the Boys 12–13 division, the lessons learned this weekend will matter just as much as the trophy as the season continues to unfold.

The Stoneybrook West Junior Open offered no concessions — not even to the youngest competitors — as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour tested the Boys 10–11 division at Stoneybrook West Golf Club, a course that demands focus long before it rewards confidence. Stoneybrook West is subtle but unforgiving. Narrow fairways tighten sightlines, bunkers force disciplined tee shots, and greens punish indecision. For this division, it was a true introduction to championship golf — where patience matters more than power and every hole asks players to stay present. At the top of the leaderboard, Seunghun “Ben” Hahn of Seoul, Republic of Korea, delivered the steadiest performance of the weekend. Rounds of 80 and 84 earned Hahn the division title at +20 (164), as he navigated the course with maturity beyond his years and avoided the big mistakes that reshaped the field throughout the event. Behind him, Paul B. McKee V of Louisville, Kentucky, finished second at +29 (173), while Luke Bohannon, also of Louisville, rounded out the podium at +47 (191). Across the division, players were challenged to manage difficult lies, recover from missed greens, and stay mentally engaged through two full rounds. That’s exactly the environment the HJGT is designed to provide. The Stoneybrook West Junior Open wasn’t about chasing scores — it was about learning how to compete. Professional tournament operations, a demanding venue, and real pressure combined to create a developmental experience that mirrors what lies ahead. When the final putts dropped, the lesson was clear. At Stoneybrook West, patience is part of the scorecard. And for the Boys 10–11 division, the weekend delivered exactly what junior championship golf is meant to provide — challenge, growth, and a foundation for the future.

The Stoneybrook West Junior Open demanded patience, precision, and resilience as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought elite junior competition to Stoneybrook West Golf Club, a venue that quietly tightens the screws over the course of two long championship rounds. Stoneybrook West doesn’t overwhelm with length, but it steadily exposes indecision. Fairways narrow at key landing zones, bunkers force disciplined choices off the tee, and greens reward commitment while punishing hesitation. For the Girls 14–18 field, it became a test of emotional control as much as ball-striking. At the top of the leaderboard, Suyoung Sophia Kim of Lake Mary, Florida, delivered the most composed performance of the weekend. Rounds of 79 and 77 secured the title at +12 (156), as Kim stayed patient, avoided big numbers, and closed strong on a course that rarely gives anything away. Just behind her, Ava Fehring of Clermont, Florida, finished second at +17 (161), applying steady pressure throughout the championship. Victoria Deese of Cocoa Beach rounded out the top three at +24 (168), navigating the same demanding conditions that reshaped the leaderboard from hole to hole. As the tournament unfolded, Stoneybrook West played its familiar role — separating discipline from impatience. Players who chased pins paid for it quickly, while those who trusted conservative targets and managed misses stayed competitive deep into the final round. That’s exactly why this event fits the HJGT blueprint. The Stoneybrook West Junior Open isn’t about chasing low numbers — it’s about preparing players for what comes next. Professional tournament operations, a championship-caliber venue, and real competitive pressure combine to mirror the demands of collegiate golf. When the final scorecards were signed, the takeaway was clear: at Stoneybrook West, titles are earned through composure. And for the Girls 14–18 division, the weekend delivered a meaningful benchmark that will carry forward as the season continues.