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2023 Ontario (U19) Junior Girls Spring Classic Day 2 Recap: Thrilling Action and Great Play

London, ON– The second day of the highly anticipated Ontario (U19) Junior Girls Spring Classic brought forth a series of gripping moments, unexpected turns, and exceptional displays of skill on the green. Clear skies and subtle gusts of wind throughout the day left the field of golfers competing for the coveted championship at Firerock Golf Club. Here’s a recap of the captivating action that unfolded on Day 2: 

Day 2 witnessed the emergence of Team Canada member Michelle Xing, who exhibited remarkable composure and precision in her shots. Xing’s consistent form allowed her to climb up the leaderboard, showing her remarkable poise in such a high-stakes tournament. She finished her round on top of the leaderboard with a 4 under 69*, giving her a two-shot lead heading into the final round. 

Another rising star who caught everyone’s attention was Shauna Liu of Station Creek Golf Club. Liu displayed a mix of power and finesse, effortlessly maneuvering through challenging fairways. After shooting a 2 over par 75* in the first round, her spectacular long drives and accurate approach led to shooting a 4 under par 69*, making her finish in third place before the final round. 

In third place, we have a 3-way tie between Team Ontario Golf members Krystal Li, Emily McKee and Joline Truong. Looking forward to tomorrow’s final round, fans should expect valiant efforts from these three and the rest of the field as they look to finish the tournament on the podium. 

As the Ontario (U19) Junior Girls Spring Classic progresses into the final round, all eyes will be on the top contenders as they battle for supremacy. The rising stars will seek to maintain their momentum, while the established names will attempt to mount a comeback. With the competition intensifying and the pressure mounting, golf enthusiasts can expect more drama, nail-biting moments, and exceptional golf tomorrow. Stay tuned for further updates as the tournament reaches its thrilling conclusion.

About Golf Ontario

Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial Sport Organization focused on enhancing participation, elevating performance, and supporting the passion of golfers in Ontario. With over 100,000 individual members and 500 member clubs, Golf Ontario is one of the most significant golf associations in the world. From rating courses and keeping the integral rules of the game intact to growing the game at the grassroots level and hosting the best amateur tournaments in Canada, Golf Ontario is a passionate group dedicated to Shaping Lives Through Golf.

For more information, please contact:

Greg Mitchell, Coordinator; Brand, Communications & Marketing Golf Ontario,

GMitchell@gao.ca

Connor Doyle, Tournament Director

CDoyle@gao.ca

For tournament results, click here.