HJGT Results

February 7 – 8, 2026

Mission Resort + Club Junior Open

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The Mission Resort + Club once again proved why it is one of the most demanding and respected stops on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour schedule. Set in the rolling hills of Central Florida, Mission Resort + Club offered a rare test of elevation, strategy, and mental discipline that separates this venue from the flatter, score-friendly layouts many junior players are accustomed to seeing. From the opening tee shots to the final putts, the course required precision and patience. Elevation changes forced players to think carefully about club selection, while sloped fairways punished anything struck without full commitment. Approach shots demanded flight control and distance awareness, and the greens rewarded players who understood pace and angles rather than raw aggression. It was a venue that exposed weaknesses quickly and rewarded disciplined decision-making over two full rounds. For HJGT competitors, Mission Resort was not just another tournament stop, but a true developmental checkpoint. The course demanded composure after mistakes and consistency over highlight-reel shots, reinforcing the realities of higher-level competitive golf. By hosting this event at such a challenging venue, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour continued to emphasize its role as a proving ground, preparing players for the type of conditions and pressure they will face as they progress toward elite junior, collegiate, and beyond.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division

Vedansh Thandra Rao

+11 Total

Boys 14-15 Division

Dario Salazar

+23 Total

Boys 12-13 Division

Brody Blackwell

+14 Total

Girls 14-18 Division

Madison Yu

+22 Total

Girls 13&U Division

Haiming Xu

+54 Total

February 7 – 8, 2026

Lanier Islands Junior Open at Legacy

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Set against the rolling terrain and lakefront backdrop of North Georgia, Legacy on Lanier Golf Club provided a demanding and fitting stage for the Lanier Islands Junior Open, as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought another competitive field to one of the region’s most respected championship venues. Legacy on Lanier is a course that asks questions on every hole. Tight driving corridors framed by mature trees force players to commit off the tee, while elevation changes and sloping fairways place a premium on distance control and trajectory. The greens, subtly contoured and well protected, reward disciplined approaches and punish anything careless. Throughout the weekend, players quickly learned that scoring at Legacy is earned through patience, not power. HJGT competitors across all divisions were tested by the course’s strategic design, where positioning often mattered more than raw distance. Recovery shots required imagination, and managing momentum became just as important as shot-making. Those who succeeded did so by embracing course management, minimizing mistakes, and staying mentally composed when birdie chances were scarce. From an event standpoint, the Lanier Islands Junior Open reflected what HJGT continues to emphasize nationally: placing junior golfers in environments that mirror the demands of higher-level competition. Legacy on Lanier delivered exactly that. The course elevated the level of play, sharpened decision-making, and reinforced the importance of fundamentals under pressure. As the weekend concluded, it was clear that Legacy on Lanier once again lived up to its reputation as a true championship test, and HJGT’s presence ensured that the event was more than just another tournament—it was a developmental proving ground. For players progressing through the tour, experiences like this define growth, resilience, and readiness for what comes next in their competitive journey.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division

Griffin Lyell

+13 Total

Boys 14-15 Division

Beau Harrison

+10 Total

Boys 12-13 Division

Chance Petersen

+20 Total

Boys 10-11 Division

Maverick Moretti

+15 Total

Girls 14-18 Division

Aynslee Terrell

+41 Total

Girls 13&U Division

Brynn Mason

+8 Total

February 7 – 8, 2026

Miami Shores Junior Open

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MIAMI SHORES, Fla. — The Miami Shores Junior Open delivered a classic South Florida test as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought its field to the historic Miami Shores Country Club, a venue that demands precision, patience, and disciplined course management. Miami Shores is not a power course. It’s compact, tree-lined, and strategic—placing a premium on positioning off the tee and clean iron play into small, well-protected greens. Narrow corridors penalize aggressive lines, while subtle elevation changes and firm putting surfaces expose any lapse in focus. Players quickly learned that chasing pins was optional; missing in the wrong spot was not. Over two rounds, the course steadily applied pressure. Tee shots required restraint, approaches demanded exact yardages, and putting tested touch rather than speed. Scoring opportunities were earned, not given. Players who controlled trajectory, accepted conservative targets, and managed misses effectively separated themselves as the weekend progressed. The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour’s stop at Miami Shores reinforced its commitment to placing juniors in environments that mirror higher-level competitive golf. This wasn’t about flashy scoring—it was about execution, decision-making, and mental toughness. Every round rewarded preparation and punished impatience. When play concluded, Miami Shores Country Club once again proved why it remains a respected championship venue in South Florida. As part of the HJGT schedule, it served as both a competitive stage and a developmental proving ground—challenging players to think their way through the golf course and preparing them for the demands that come next.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division

Cole Laffere

+6 Total

Boys 14-15 Division

Blake Waidlich

+8 Total

Boys 12-13 Division

Thomas Zur

+11 Total

Boys 10-11 Division

Juan Duncan

+37 Total

Girls 14-18 Division

Sara Ali

+25 Total

February 7 – 8, 2026

Myrtle Beach Winter Junior Open

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PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — The Myrtle Beach Winter Junior Open showcased classic Lowcountry golf as the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour brought its field to The Founders Club at Pawleys Island, a venue defined by subtle difficulty, strategic design, and a premium on discipline. The Founders Club doesn’t overwhelm players with length or spectacle. Instead, it applies steady pressure through narrow, tree-lined fairways, gentle doglegs, and angles that reward placement over power. Tee shots demand commitment to smart targets, while approach play requires precise distance control into greens protected by bunkering and natural run-offs. Misses to the wrong side rarely go unpunished, turning routine pars into hard-earned results. Across all divisions, the course revealed its true character over two rounds. Momentum was difficult to sustain, forcing players to slow the game down and manage each hole on its own terms. Aggression was selectively rewarded, but patience and emotional control proved far more valuable. Players who stayed within themselves, trusted conservative lines, and accepted pars consistently separated from the field. By hosting the Myrtle Beach Winter Junior Open at The Founders Club, the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour once again delivered a championship-style environment centered on development. The venue served as a proving ground—testing fundamentals, course management, and resilience in a setting that mirrors the realities of higher-level tournament golf. When the weekend concluded, The Founders Club at Pawleys Island reaffirmed its role as a cornerstone stop on the HJGT schedule. More than just a backdrop, the course functioned as a classroom—preparing junior golfers to think strategically, compete patiently, and develop the habits required as competition intensifies.

Division

Leader

Total

Boys 16-18 Division