World Golf Village Fall Junior Open
St. Augustine, FL — The World Golf Village Fall Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, brought together an impressive field of young talent for a weekend of high-level competition, testing players’ patience and precision on one of Florida’s most historic stages.
In the Boys 16–18 Division, Jeremiah Smith of Viera, FL, held off a tightly packed leaderboard to claim victory at 150 (+6). His steady play and mental toughness earned him a narrow one-stroke win over Turner Hersey of Palatka, FL, who finished at 151 (+7).
Parker Spiwak of Gainesville, FL, captured the Boys 14–15 Division title with consistent rounds of 83–83 (166, +22), edging out Lucas Zhao (Brossard, Quebec) and Arjun Vemuri (St. Augustine, FL) by a single stroke. In the Boys 12–13 Division, Zain Sadiq of Sanford, FL, continued his strong fall campaign with a decisive win at 170 (+26), while Joshua Townsend of Orlando, FL, took home the Boys 10–11 Division trophy after firing a closing 82 to finish at 172 (+28).
On the girls’ side, Sabrina Smith of Daytona Beach, FL, dominated the Girls 14–18 Division, carding rounds of 75–80 (155, +11) to win by 12 strokes over Deeya Patel (Newburgh, IN). Smith’s combination of control and composure under pressure defined her victory.
The weekend at World Golf Village showcased the essence of HJGT golf — competitive spirit, sportsmanship, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. With players representing multiple states and countries, the event delivered not only great golf but a glimpse into the future of the junior game.
boys 16-18
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St. Augustine, FL — In a weekend defined by tight margins and demanding course conditions, Jeremiah Smith of Viera, Florida, rose to the top at the World Golf Village Fall Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. Smith claimed the Boys 16–18 Division title with a two-day total of 150 (+6), edging out a competitive field filled with some of the region’s top junior golfers.
Smith opened the tournament with an impressive 71 on Saturday, setting the early pace on the historic World Golf Village layout. On Sunday, he battled through gusty winds and tricky pin placements to post a 79, holding off Turner Hersey of Palatka, FL, who finished just one shot back at 151 (+7).
Behind the leaders, Brady Fallon of Clearwater, FL, and Ryland Robinson of Gainesville, FL, shared third place at 153 (+9), displaying consistent, composed golf across both rounds. Ian Garcia (Middleburg, FL) and Mark Puchkov (Brooklyn, NY) rounded out the top five with matching scores of 155 (+11).
The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, renowned for developing young talent and providing elite-level competition, once again delivered a showcase of grit, skill, and sportsmanship. From opening tee shots to closing putts, Smith’s steady play and mental toughness defined a weekend where precision mattered and every stroke counted.
His victory underlined what HJGT golf is all about — composure under pressure, respect for the game, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Jeremiah Smith
+6 Total
No. 2 Rank
Turner Hersey
+7 Total
No. 3 Rank
Brady Fallon
+9 Total
No. 3 Rank
Ryland Robinson
+9 Total
boys 14-15
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St. Augustine, FL — In a battle of patience and precision, Parker Spiwak of Gainesville, FL, emerged victorious at the World Golf Village Fall Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, taking home the Boys 14–15 Division title with a two-round total of 166 (+22).
Spiwak showed impressive consistency across both days, posting identical rounds of 83, navigating the challenging fairways and firm greens of the World Golf Village layout. His steady play under windy weekend conditions separated him from a tight field and secured a well-earned victory.
Finishing just one stroke behind at 167 (+23) were Lucas Zhao of Brossard, Quebec, Canada, and Arjun Vemuri of St. Augustine, FL, who shared second after matching rounds of 86–81. Both players made strong Sunday pushes, but couldn’t quite close the gap on Spiwak’s steady pace.
Riley Ferguson of Owens Cross Roads, AL, finished fourth at 168 (+24), while George Resty Myers of Ponte Vedra, FL, rounded out the top five.
The event, part of the HJGT’s fall schedule, once again delivered exciting play and showcased the depth of emerging junior golf talent from across the U.S. and Canada. Spiwak’s poise and composure throughout the weekend proved decisive — a testament to the mental toughness demanded at this level of competition.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Parker Spiwak
+22 Total
No. 2 Rank
Lucas Zhao
+23 Total
No. 2 Rank
Arjun Vemuri
+23 Total
boys 12-13
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St. Augustine, FL — Zain Sadiq of Sanford, FL, delivered a composed performance to capture the Boys 12–13 Division title at the World Golf Village Fall Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
Sadiq posted rounds of 88 and 82 for a two-day total of 170 (+26), showing steady improvement on Sunday as he adjusted to the course’s demanding layout and shifting winds. His ability to stay patient and capitalize on scoring opportunities on the back nine helped him pull away from the field.
The win marked another strong showing for Sadiq on the HJGT circuit, as he continues to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the fall season. His disciplined play and ability to bounce back after early miscues exemplified the determination and sportsmanship that define the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Zain Sadiq
+26 Total
boys 10-11
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St. Augustine, FL — Joshua Townsend of Orlando, FL, rose to the occasion at the World Golf Village Fall Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, capturing the Boys 10–11 Division title with a total score of 172 (+28).
Townsend opened with a 90 on Saturday but came back strong with an impressive 82 in the final round, showcasing maturity and resilience beyond his years. His Sunday charge was fueled by sharper ball striking and improved accuracy on the greens, allowing him to close out the weekend in confident fashion.
Competing on one of Florida’s most iconic golf stages, Townsend’s steady progression throughout the tournament reflected the focus and adaptability that define HJGT’s young rising stars. His performance at World Golf Village marks another milestone in what’s shaping up to be a promising junior career.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Joshua Townsend
+28 Total
girls 14-18
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St. Augustine, FL — Sabrina Smith of Daytona Beach, FL, delivered a confident and consistent performance to capture the Girls 14–18 Division title at the World Golf Village Fall Junior Open, hosted by the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
Smith opened the weekend with a strong 75, setting the pace early and carrying a commanding lead into Sunday. Despite tougher conditions and firm greens in the final round, she held steady with an 80, finishing at 155 (+11) to secure the win by 12 strokes.
Deeya Patel of Newburgh, IN, surged on Sunday with a composed 79, climbing into solo second at 167 (+23), while Sydney Paradis of Brunswick, GA, rounded out the top three with a 183 (+39) finish.
The field battled breezy conditions and challenging pin placements across the storied fairways of World Golf Village, testing both shot-making and mental toughness. Smith’s mix of steady driving, smart course management, and confident putting proved decisive — a complete performance that showcased why she’s one of Florida’s rising junior golf talents.
The event once again highlighted the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s commitment to elite-level competition, drawing a diverse field of talented young players eager to make their mark this fall season.
Rank
Player
Total
No. 1 Rank
Sabrina Smith
+11 Total
No. 2 Rank
Deeya Patel
+23 Total
No. 3 Rank
Sydney Paradis
+39 Total