Sobottka and Perkins Win The 2023 Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile
Golf Ontario
Toronto, ON – Heavy rain greeted competitors this morning for the second round of the 2023 Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile at Don Valley Golf Course. The second round concluded with Nachcha Perkins claiming the ladies’ title by 17 strokes and Paul Sobottka(Toronto) winning the men’s side in a thrilling playoff against Ben Snaidero(Burlington).
In the Men’s Low Gross overall division, Paul Sobottka(Toronto) took home first place after a repeat score of (71) with one birdie. Claiming second place is Ben Snaidero(Burlington) who finished the second round with an even-par (72). There was a two-way tie for third place as Devin Bartlett(Cambridge), and Jacob Robitaille (Penetanguishene) both finished with a total two-day score of (143). First place in the B flight was captured by Ivan Wardman(Mississauga) who had a score of net two-under-par (70) and had five birdies. The C flight was won by Robert Fulton(East York) who finished the round with a repeat score of net 75 with four birdies.
Winning the Women’s Low Gross division with a score of 73 and four birdies is Nachcha Perkins(Oakville). Jenna Power(Georgetown) finished second place in the gross division after shooting a score of (80) with one birdie. Following behind in Third place after finishing the second round with a score of (93) is Lori Steenson(Newmarket). Jenna Power(Georgetown) won the net women’s division by 1 stroke as she was net +7 for the tournament.
Golf Ontario would like to thank all the players, staff, and volunteers for supporting the 2023 Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile. Thank you to Don Valley Golf Course for hosting this amazing event. Lastly, thanks to our sponsors and partners for their support of golf across Ontario.
For media coverage of the 2023 Ontario Public Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook Page to view our photo albums. For the full leaderboard, visit our tournament website.
About the Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile
The Ontario Public Amateur Championship was first played in 1954 at Don Valley Golf Course. Past winners include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame Member Dave Bunker (2009, 2010), Robert Mclean (2021), Arnold Johnson (2015, 2011), Peter Willis (2014), Gail Pimm (2015) and Nobelle Park (2022). Mill Run Golf Club (Uxbridge, ON) has hosted the tournament a record nine times.
The Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile provides the perfect opportunity for those interested in trying a competitive tournament while providing gross and net flights. This allows higher-handicap players to play against players in their handicap grouping.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
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Sunny Start To The 2023 Baka Mobile Ontario Public Amateur Championship.
Golf Ontario
Toronto, ON- Sunny skies and beautiful conditions made for a great start to the 2023 Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile at Don Valley Golf Course. The first round concluded as Jager Pain (Woodbridge) and Nachcha Perkins(Oakville) lead their overall divisions.
In the Men’s Low Gross overall division, Jager Pain (Woodbridge) leads after shooting an impressive 6-under par (66) which included eight birdies. Following close behind is Ben Snaidero(Burlington) who finished at 2-under par with a score of (70). There is a three-way tie for third place as Devin Bartlett(Cambridge), Connor Parker(Toronto), and Paul Sobottka(Toronto) all finished with 1-under par (71). The B flight has two competitors tied for First; Ivan Wardman(Mississauga) and Robert Love(Toronto), both with a score of two-over-par (74). The C flight is led by Nick Moskun(Georgetown) who finished the round with a score of (73) with five birdies.
Leading the Women’s Low Gross division with four-over-par and two birdies is Nachcha Perkins(Oakville). Lori Steenson(Newmarket) finished round one in second place in the gross division with a score of (83) with two birdies. Following closely behind in Third place is Jenna Power(Georgetown) who finished the round with a score of (87). Power had the shot of the day as she holed out for an impressive eagle from the fairway on hole #4 from 167 yards out. Lori Steenson currently leads the net division by an impressive 8 strokes as she was net -1 on the day.
The second and final round will begin at 8 am September 12th off the 1st tee. For more information on the championship and to follow the leaderboard, click here for the official tournament website.
About the Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile
The Ontario Public Amateur Championship was first played in 1958 at Don Valley Golf Course. Past winners include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame Member Dave Bunker (2009, 2010), Robert Mclean (2021), Arnold Johnson (2015, 2011), Peter Willis (2014), Gail Pimm (2015) and Nobelle Park (2022). Mill Run Golf Club (Uxbridge, ON) has hosted the tournament a record nine times.
The Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile provides the perfect opportunity for those interested in trying a competitive tournament while providing gross and net flights. This allows higher-handicap players to play against players in their handicap grouping.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
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Don Valley Golf Course Welcomes Back The 2023 Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile.
Golf Ontario
Uxbridge, ON – Golfers return to Don Valley Golf Course for the 8th time to compete in the 2023 Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile from September 11th to 12th. Ninety-nine golfers will compete over 36 holes of championship stroke play, male players will be in competition for three flights of championship titles and women golfers will play in Gross and Net Competition.
Don Valley, the seven-time host, located in the heart of Toronto offers a variety of holes with a reputation for its exciting natural setting. With its highly sought-after tee times and year-round beauty, Don Valley Golf Course sets the stage for another year of fierce competition. Last year’s overall men’s champion Michael Naus, will be returning to defend his title.
This tournament is open to players of the Golf Ontario Public Player Program and members of a semi-public golf course. Golfers will compete in three separate flights of competition, with the A flight competing in a gross competition, while the B and C flights will play in a net competition. Golfers in the B flight will also have an opportunity to compete in the overall competition.
Tee times begin at 8 am September 11th off the 1st tee. For more information on the championship and to follow the leaderboard, click here for the official tournament website.
About the Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile
The Ontario Public Amateur Championship was first played in 1958 at Don Valley Golf Course. Past winners include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame Member Dave Bunker (2009, 2010), Robert Mclean (2021), Arnold Johnson (2015, 2011), Peter Willis (2014), Gail Pimm (2015) and Nobelle Park (2022). Mill Run Golf Club (Uxbridge, ON) has hosted the tournament a record nine times.
The Ontario Public Amateur Championship Presented by Baka Mobile provides the perfect opportunity for those interested in trying a competitive tournament while providing gross and net flights. This allows higher-handicap players to play against players in their handicap grouping.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
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To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook.
Call for Expressions of Interest: Board of Directors
Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario, the Provincial Sport Organization for Golf, is currently seeking interested individuals to serve on the Board of Directors for a three-year term commencing February 2024.
If you have a strong passion for the sport of Golf and believe that it can contribute to building healthy communities, we would like to hear from you. We are searching for strategic thinkers with demonstrated expertise and experience in Community Development through Sport and/or Government Relations. Knowledge of the amateur sport system in Ontario, including the infrastructure of golf, would be highly valued. We are committed to making golf more accessible and welcoming to diverse populations and would encourage like-minded individuals to apply.
Our Vision is a simple but powerful statement: Golf for All. This Vision is brought to life in our Strategic Plan, through unique participation initiatives such as the Regional Support Strategy. We are committed to building trusting relationships with our facilities and our golf partners so that together we can expand participation opportunities not only for current players but also for those who have never had the opportunity to play the game.
The role of a Golf Ontario Board member is to act as a trustee, always serving the best interests of the organization with integrity and an open mind. The Board is responsible for upholding our by-laws, determining policy, developing and evaluating strategic priorities, and approving annual budgets.
The Board currently consists of 11 directors serving staggered three-year terms, with an option to extend for a second three-year term. We will welcome 3 new directors in 2024. In-person Board meetings are hosted quarterly (travel and accommodation reimbursement provided), while quarterly Board committee and work group meetings are held virtually.
Expressions of Interest must include the following:
• Online application form and
• Current CV (Instructions for uploading your documents are included on the application form).
The application deadline for the coming year is October 31, 2023.
With over 80 years of history and tradition, serving 100,000 members, Golf Ontario is one of the largest golf associations in the world. We strive to align with all golf stakeholders through a connected golf community while encouraging both youth and adults to play more golf, more often. Our Mission is to shape lives through golf by connecting people to positive golf experiences.
Golf Ontario is an equal-opportunity organization committed to providing accessible practices. We will make all reasonable accommodations for applicants with varying abilities to support their full participation in this process. We thank all individuals for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All Expressions of Interest will be kept in confidence.
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 largest 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.
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McGrath, Javier Win the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship
Golf Ontario
Elmira, ON- Matthew Javier (Scarboro Golf & Country Club) and Lindsay McGrath (RattleSnake Point Golf Club) have won the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship after three rounds of outstanding play at Elmira Golf Club.
Heading into the final round, Javier was in third place at 1-under par, however, after making four birdies and only one bogey the entire day, he found himself in the lead by one shot heading into the 18th hole. Javier demonstrated composure as he made par on 18 after getting up & down from a difficult spot. After battling much adversity, Javier was able to defend his title. Coming in second was two-day leader Manav Bharani of (Brampton Golf Club), Bharani made a bogey on hole 16 and found himself in trouble on 17 as he missed a close putt which resulted in a double bogey. Although he demonstrated a valiant effort, Bharani took second place in an impressive all-around performance. Team Ontario’s Luke Smith finished in a tie with Bharani for second place after he birdied hole 18 in a valiant effort. Smith demonstrated consistency as he shot a 1-under par 69 on all three days of the tournament.
In the girl’s division, Team Canada’s Lindsay McGrath (RattleSnake Point Golf Club) emerged victorious as she sunk a 15-foot putt on the first playoff hole to the cheers of an entire gallery watching along. McGrath fought valiantly throughout the tournament and demonstrated resilience as she shot 1-under par in the final round to force a playoff hole. McGrath ended up making a birdie to emerge victorious. Nobelle Park (RattleSnake Point Golf Club) and Angela Cai (Heron Point Golf Links) came into the final round tied for the lead. It was a back-and-forth battle that saw Cai bogey the 18th hole as Park made par securing her spot in the playoff hole. After Park and Cai made Par it was ultimately McGrath who was able to edge them for the victory.
Golf Ontario would like to thank all the players, staff, and volunteers for supporting the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys & Girls Championship. Thank you to Elmira Golf Club for hosting this amazing event. Lastly, thanks to our sponsors and partners; Adidas, Taylor Made, Golf Talk Canada, Play Golf Myrtle Beach, Humber College, StrackaLine, HUB International, BioSteel, Golf Genius, Modern Golf, Dormie, Durham Artificial Grass, Foresight Sports Canada, Baka, Nikon, and Sport Travel.
For media coverage of the 2023 Ontario Juvenile Championship, please visit the Golf Ontario Facebook Page to view our photo albums. For the full leaderboard, visit our tournament website.
About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships
The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition featuring the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan. The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past event champions include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, Rebecca Lee-Bentham, current Team Canada member Katie Cranston, and Grace St. Germain.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
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Excitement builds heading into the final day of the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship
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Elmira, ON- The second round of the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship saw scattered rain and cold temperatures as the competitors fought to make the cut at Elmira Golf Club. Upon the conclusion of round two, the top 40 and ties players on the boy’s side moved on to the final round. On the girl’s side, the top 20 and ties advanced to the final round. The boy’s division saw Brampton Golf Club’s Manav Bharani maintain his lead, on the other side, the girl’s division saw a three-way tie for the lead heading into the final day.
In the boy’s division, Brampton Golf Club’s Manav Bharani continued to display his consistent form as he shot even par (70) to maintain his spot on top of the leaderboard heading into the final day. Team Ontario’s Luke Smith finished his second round with a 1-under par (69) once again to take sole spot in second place. He looks to maintain consistency in his game in an attempt to stake his claim at the title tomorrow. Defending champion Matthew Javier moved down to third place after shooting a 3-over par (73) in his second round.
In the girl’s division, there is currently a three-way tie for first place upon the completion of the second round as Kaprice and Nobelle Park (Rattlesnake Point Golf Club) and Angela Cai (Heron Points Golf Links) are all currently 2-over par heading into the final day. Not too far behind is Team Canada’s Lindsay McGrath who is currently three shots back of the lead in fourth place.
Competitors will be ready to go at it again early tomorrow for the final round. Tee times will begin at 8:00 a.m. Thursday from hole 1. For media coverage of the 2023 Ontario Juvenile Championship, please visit the Golf OntarioFacebook Page to view our photo albums. To follow along with the leaderboard, visit ourtournament website.
About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships
The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition featuring the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan. The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past event champions include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, Rebecca Lee-Bentham, current Team Canada member Katie Cranston, and Grace St. Germain.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario
To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook.
Exciting start to the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship
Golf Ontario
Elmira, ON- With sunny skies and pristine fairways, the first round of the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship atElmira Golf Club concluded as Manav Bharani (Brampton Golf Club) & Sarah Yang (Heron Point Golf Links) & Kaprice Park (RattleSnake Point Golf Club) lead their respective divisions upon the completion of the opening round.
In the boy’s division, Brampton Golf Club’s Manav Bharani took the outright lead after shooting an impressive 5-under par (65) which included seven birdies. Followed closely behind is defending champion Matthew Javier (Scarboro Golf & Country Club) who finished at 4-under par (66). There is a six-way tie for third place as Luke Smith, Connor Kanellis, Aidan Talent, Charlie Vokins, and Spencer Shropshire all finished at 1-under par (69)
In the girl’s division, there is currently a tie for first place upon the completion of the first round as Kaprice Park (Rattlesnake Point Golf Club) and Sarah Yang (Heron Point Golf Links) both see themselves at even par (70) for the round. Kayla Black (Markland Wood Golf Club) and Nobelle Park (Rattlesnake Point Golf Club) are also tied for third place as they both shot 1-over par (71).
Competitors will be ready to go at it again early tomorrow for round two. Tee times will begin at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday. For media coverage of the 2023 Ontario Juvenile Championship, please visit the Golf OntarioFacebook Page to view our photo albums. To follow along with the leaderboard, visit ourtournament website.
About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships
The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition featuring the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan. The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past event champions include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, Rebecca Lee-Bentham, current Team Canada member Katie Cranston, and Grace St. Germain.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
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To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook.
Elmira Golf Club to Host the 2023 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship
Golf Ontario
Elmira, ON- The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys and Girls Championship heads to Elmira Golf Club August 29-31. The tournament will feature 60 boys and 33 girls who are competing in a 54-hole stroke play competition all looking to claim the prestigious Mike Weir (boys) and Sandra Post (girls) trophies.
Elmira Golf Club Head Professional Adam Ferraro had this to say regarding the upcoming tournament; ‘We here at Elmira Golf Club are extremely excited to be hosting the (U17) Boys and Girls Championship. We welcome some of the top young golfers in the province to our course, Our team has been hard at work getting it ready and we are looking forward to August 29. Elmira Golf Club looks forward to growing the game of golf alongside Golf Ontario”.
In the girl’s field, some key players to keep an eye on includes Shauna Liu (Station Creek G&CC) who has been playing exceptionally well this year having already claimed the 2023 Ontario Junior U19 Girls Spring Classic, Ontario Junior U19 Girls Championship, Ontario Junior U19 Girls Match Play Championship, and most recently the Ontario Girls (U15) Bantam Championship. Liu looks to add to her already impressive season with another trophy come August 31st. Joining Liu in the field is Team Canada Member and 2022 Ontario Junior U19 Girls Spring Classic Champion Lindsay McGrath (Rattlesnake Point Golf Club) who finished T3 at the 2023 Canadian Junior U19 Girls Championship. Also in the field is Team Ontario member Alexa Ouellet (Weston G&CC) and Shelby Hardwick (Summit G&CC).
Key players to look out for in the boy’s field include 2022 Ontario Juvenile U17 Champion Matthew Javier who will look to continue his strong play in 2023 and defend his title. Joining Javier in the field includes Team Ontario member and 2023 Ontario Junior U19 Boys Champion Luke Smith (The Thornhill Club) and 2022 Ontario Bantam U15 Boys Champion Jager Pain both looking to add to another provincial title to their resumes. The field will also include Manav Bharani (Brampton Golf Club) who is heading into this tournament after winning the Ontario Bantam U15 Boys Championship last week and looks to continue his strong play
The opening round of the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship gets underway at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 29. Visit our tournament website for any additional information regarding the championship.
About the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships
The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys’ Championship is a 54-hole competition featuring the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Mike Weir trophy. Notable past champions include Josh Whalen, Brandon Ng, Tim McCutcheon, Peter R. Knechtel, Bob Panasiuk, and Gary Cowan.
The Ontario Juvenile (U17) Girls’ Championship features the province’s best junior golfers under 17, competing for the Sandra Post trophy. Past event champions include Sandra Post, Jessica Shepley, Alena Sharp, Stephanie Sherlock, Rebecca Lee-Bentham, current Team Canada member Katie Cranston, and Grace St. Germain.
About Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is Ontario’s Provincial sports 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 largest 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.
Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario
To stay informed on Golf Ontario’s championship play, events, and additional updates, follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook.
Liu and Bharani Win 2023 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championship
Golf Ontario
Fenwick, ON – On a much brighter day at Sawmill Golf Course, Shauna Liu (Station Creek Golf Club) and Manav Bharani (Brampton Golf Club) were crowned Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Champions. Both competitors had amazing performances in the final round to win their respective titles.
Liu put up two outstanding performances in these couple of days. After shooting a 67 yesterday, she shot even Par (72) to finish a convincing five strokes ahead of fellow Station Creek combatant, Sadie Wu, who shot a 73 in the final round. Nobelle Park (RattleSnake Point Golf Club) shot a 70 today to finish third. With the victory, Liu has done it again. This year, she is now a winner of the Ontario Junior Girls Spring Classic, the Ontario Junior Girls Championship, the Ontario Junior Girls Match Play Championship, and now the Bantam Girls Championship.
As for the bantam boys’ division, Bharani completed an incredible comeback. Down four strokes on Brayden Card (Galt Country Club) with three holes to go, Bharani stayed consistent through to the end and was able to get the victory by one stroke after shooting a 68 in the final round. Card shot 71 today after shooting a 69 in yesterday’s first round. In third place came a three-way tie between Vasili Gianakas (The National Golf Club of Canada), Matthew Simpson (Lambton Golf & Country Club) and Michael Vivone (Royal Ottawa Golf Club).
Golf Ontario would like to thank all the players, staff, and volunteers for supporting the 2023 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championship. We would also like to thank Sawmill Golf Course for hosting this meaningful event, as well as the support from their staff and board of directors towards the players throughout these couple of days.
Lastly, a huge thank you to all Golf Ontario sponsors; Adidas, TaylorMade, Golf Talk Canada, Play Golf Myrtle Beach, Humber College, HUB International, BioSteel, Golf Genius, Modern Golf, Dormie, Durham Artificial Grass, Foresight Sports Canada, Baka, Nikon, Solo Golf, and Tournkey. We are grateful for your continued support.
The Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship has a rich history of excellence. First contested in 1923, the championship features the province’s top male golfers, 15 and under, competing for the James H. Peacock Trophy. Past Champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Bob Panasiuk (1955) and Kelly Roberts (1966), as well as Team Canada National Amateur Squad member Johnny Travale (2015).
About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship
The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship features the province’s top female golfers, 15 and under, competing for the Cathy Sherk Trophy. Many past champions have gone on to represent Team Ontario and Team Canada. Notable past champions include Jennifer Kirby, Augusta James, and Chloe Currie.
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.
Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario
For media coverage of the 2023 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championship, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook.
Liu and Card Lead Respective Divisions After Round 1 of Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championship; Day 1 Recap
Golf Ontario
Fenwick, ON – Despite gloomy weather on the first day of the Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championship at Sawmill Golf Course, the competition on the course made up for it. Players put up impressive scores in the first round, resulting in a very tight leaderboard for both divisions.
Shauna Liu (Station Creek Golf Club) had a terrific outing, shooting a 67 in round one with five Birdies on the day. As a result, Liu takes a three-stroke lead into the final round over fellow Station Creek members Sadie Wu and Zixuan Lui, who also did well in round one as both shot a 70.
The second and final round of the Bantam Championships get underway tomorrow morning with the first tee-offs at 9:00 a.m. off holes one and ten respectfully. To view all round one start times, pairings and tournament results, visit the tournament website.
The Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys’ Championship has a rich history of excellence. First contested in 1923, the championship features the province’s top male golfers, 15 and under, competing for the James H. Peacock Trophy. Past Champions include Ontario Golf Hall of Fame members Bob Panasiuk (1955) and Kelly Roberts (1966), as well as Team Canada National Amateur Squad member Johnny Travale (2015).
About The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship
The Ontario Bantam (U15) Girls’ Championship features the province’s top female golfers, 15 and under, competing for the Cathy Sherk Trophy. Many past champions have gone on to represent Team Ontario and Team Canada. Notable past champions include Jennifer Kirby, Augusta James, and Chloe Currie.
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.
Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @TheGolfOntario
For media coverage of the 2023 Ontario Bantam (U15) Boys and Girls Championship, follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and like us on Facebook.
