TPC Deere Run Junior Open
The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open delivered a true championship-caliber test at one of the most recognizable stops on the schedule, as players competed at TPC at Deere Run. TPC Deere Run is built for elite competition. The layout combines rolling terrain, elevation changes, and strategic water hazards that force players to think through every shot. Off the tee, positioning is critical—miss the correct side of the fairway and approach angles become significantly more difficult.
Approach play defined the week. Greens are contoured and well-protected, demanding precise distance control and trajectory. Players who hit quality iron shots gave themselves opportunities; those who didn’t were consistently scrambling.
The course allows scoring—but only if executed correctly. Across divisions, players who managed risk and capitalized on scoring holes separated themselves, while others were exposed by the course’s demand for consistency.
As part of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s national schedule, TPC at Deere Run represents the standard of high-level tournament golf. It challenges players to execute, rewards discipline, and provides a competitive environment that directly mirrors the next level.
boys 16-18
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AJ Sposato delivered a strong closing performance to capture the Boys 16-18 title at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open, finishing at 5-over-par (147) after rounds of 77 and 70 at TPC at Deere Run.
Sposato separated himself from the field with a standout final round, firing a 1-under 70—the lowest round of the tournament—to overcome a two-shot deficit and secure a two-shot victory. His ability to go low on Sunday proved to be the defining factor.
Peyton Albers finished in solo second at 7-over-par (149) with rounds of 74 and 75, while Sawyer Sery claimed third at 15-over-par (157).
Rylan Moran and Ben Sabel shared fourth place at 16-over-par (158), each posting consistent two-day performances. Grant Hickman and Jack Rogers tied for sixth at 17-over-par (159), with Rogers recording one of the stronger final rounds at 4-over 76.
Played at TPC at Deere Run, the course provided a championship-caliber test that rewarded strong ball striking and disciplined course management. Sposato’s final-round execution ultimately secured the victory in a competitive field.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Aj Sposato
+5 Total
No. 2 Rank
Peyton Albers
+7 Total
No. 3 Rank
Sawyer Sery
+15 Total
boys 14-15
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Palmer Mertz captured the Boys 14-15 title at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open, finishing at 12-over-par (154) after rounds of 72 and 82 at TPC at Deere Run.
Mertz set the tone early with an even-par 72—the lowest opening round in the division—building a lead that proved enough to hold off the field despite a tougher final round. His ability to create separation on day one ultimately secured the victory.
Harrison Hartke and Drew Schiena finished tied for second at 22-over-par (164). Schiena posted one of the stronger final rounds with a 5-over 77, improving significantly from his opening round to move into a share of second.
Grayson Zurn placed fourth at 33-over-par (175), followed by Joshua Hirsch in fifth at 35-over-par (177).
Played at TPC at Deere Run, the course provided a championship-level test that emphasized strong ball striking and course management. Mertz’s opening-round performance and ability to maintain his lead ultimately secured the win.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Palmer Mertz
+12 Total
No. 2 Rank
Harrison Hartke
+22 Total
No. 2 Rank
Drew Schiena
+22 Total
boys 12-13
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Briar Megee captured the Boys 12-13 title at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open, finishing at 11-over-par (153) after rounds of 74 and 79 at TPC at Deere Run.
Megee delivered a consistent two-day performance, building his advantage with a strong opening round of 2-over 74 and maintaining control through the final round to secure a three-shot victory.
Thatcher Stuit finished in solo second at 14-over-par (156), posting rounds of 79 and 77, while Michael Arnold placed third at 40-over-par (182).
Played at TPC at Deere Run, the course presented a championship-level test that required disciplined execution and strong course management. Megee’s steady play across both rounds ultimately secured the victory.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Briar Megee
+11 Total
No. 2 Rank
Thatcher Stuit
+14 Total
No. 3 Rank
Michael Arnold
+40 Total
boys 10-11
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Mason Smith captured the Boys 10-11 title at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open, finishing at 64-over-par (206) after rounds of 106 and 100 at TPC at Deere Run.
Smith showed improvement in the final round, lowering his score by six strokes to secure the victory. His ability to adjust and finish stronger on Sunday proved to be the key difference in the division.
Competing at TPC at Deere Run, the Boys 10-11 division faced a challenging championship-level test that required patience and steady execution. Smith’s progression across both rounds ultimately secured the win.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Mason Smith
+64 Total
girls 14-18
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Kennedy Kern captured the Girls 14-18 title at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open, finishing at 26-over-par (168) after rounds of 85 and 83 at TPC at Deere Run.
Kern delivered a consistent two-day performance, improving in the final round to secure a 10-shot victory. In challenging scoring conditions, her ability to limit mistakes and stay steady across both rounds proved to be the difference.
Hannah Brown finished in solo second at 36-over-par (178), highlighted by a strong final-round 82 after opening with a 96. Hayley Morris claimed third at 41-over-par (183), followed by Addison Kloeckner in fourth at 43-over-par (185).
Evelyn Bern rounded out the top five at 47-over-par (189).
Played at TPC at Deere Run, the course provided a championship-level test that demanded precision, consistency, and strong course management. Kern’s steady performance across both rounds ultimately secured the victory.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Kennedy Kern
+26 Total
No. 2 Rank
Hannah Brown
+36 Total
No. 3 Rank
Hayley Morris
+41 Total
girls 13 & under
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Aviel Cornett captured the Girls U13 title at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s TPC Deere Run Junior Open, finishing at 35-over-par (177) after rounds of 96 and 81 at TPC at Deere Run.
Cornett delivered a strong final-round performance, improving by 15 strokes with a 10-over 81 to secure a three-shot victory. Her ability to adjust and close significantly stronger on Sunday proved to be the defining factor in the division.
Adysen Loiz finished in solo second at 38-over-par (180), posting rounds of 94 and 86.
Competing at TPC at Deere Run, the Girls U13 division faced a demanding championship-level test that required patience and disciplined execution. Cornett’s final-round surge ultimately secured the win.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Aviel Cornett
+35 Total
No. 2 Rank
Adysen Loiz
+38 Total