Press Release - 2022 MJT Ford Series at Stony Plain Golf Course - June 18-19, 2022

June 18-19, 2022
Stony Plain, AB

Hole-in-one for Franklin, Brezovski wins playoff, Fisher goes low in MJT Ford Series at Stony Plain

Venue and location: Stony Plain Golf Course

Tournament Date: June 18-19, 2022

Full Results: see website.

Tournament Highlights:

The Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT) hosted the MJT Ford Series this past weekend at Stony Plain Golf Course, in Stony Plain, Alberta, June 18-19, 2022, where results were highlighted by a hole-in-one, a playoff and fine scores.
The MJT Ford Series for 80 competitive young golfers was preceded by a free clinic to introduce kids in the community to the game, sponsored by Zender Ford.
Kye Fisher, 17, of Leduc, AB, backed up an excellent round one performance (69) with another solid round (73) to top the podium in Junior boys and claim the low overall boys title.
A two-hole playoff was needed in the MJT Girls 15-19 division, won by Belle Brezovski, 17, of St Albert, AB, who managed to hold off Kalee Seto, 16, of Edmonton after both girld tied for the lead with scores of 77-76 (153).
Ryan Garbutt, 15, of Edmonton, battled it out in the MJT Juvenile Boys division in a tight race for title, edging a one stroke victory with scores of 77-75 (152).
The MJT Bantam Boys division witnessed a hole-in-one on day two by Aricin Franklin, 13, of Saskatoon, SK, on hole seven - unfortunately not on the Zender Ford-sponsored hole to win a new car!
Franklin placed second in his division with scores of 72-76 (148); the winner by four strokes was Brae Rogalczyk, 14, of Innisfail, AB, who shot a great overall even par score (71-73-144)
Rhea Deo, 12, of Edmonton, AB, went wire to wire to claim the MJT Girls U15 title (81-80=161).
Lucas Sturgeon, 12, of Saskatoon, SK, continued his dominant play on the MJT, claiming the MJT Peewee boys title by seven strokes (77-71=148).
Winners of the Long Drive, Closest to the Pin and Booster Juice BounceBack awards are posted on the website.

Top Finishers

MJT U15 Girls: Stony Plain GC: Par 72, Ydg 5494, Slope/Rating 131/72.8

1 Rhea Deo Edmonton, AB F 12 81, 80 161

2 Olivia Johnson Calgary, AB F 13 87, 81 168

3 Samantha Lin Edmonton, AB F 14 90, 88 178

Winner’s Quote: Rhea Deo, 12, of Edmonton, AB: “It was great winning this tournament, some highlights were the two birdies and winning the closest to the pin award. When things aren’t going as planned, I just try to take a lot of deep breaths, drink lots of water, and just focus on the next shot.”

MJT 15-19 Girls: Stony Plain GC: Par 72, Ydg 5494, Slope/Rating 131/72.8

1 Belle Brezovski St Albert, AB F 17 77, 76 153 Won Playoff

2 Kalee Seto Edmonton, AB F 16 78, 75 153

3 Mya Rowan Sherwood Park, AB F 16 79, 77 156

Winner’s Quote: Belle Brezovski, 17, of St Albert, AB: “It feels great knowing that my hard work is paying off. My drives were consistently down the fairway, setting me up for good opportunities. I never get too down or too excited because anything can happen. If my game doesn’t go as planned, I just remember that not everyday can be good. I always keep my emotions steady, no matter what.”

MJT Peewee Boys: Stony Plain GC: Par 72, Ydg 5494, Slope/Rating 122/69.0

1 Lucas Sturgeon Saskatoon, SK M 12 77, 71 148

2 Jayden Arnold Calgary, AB M 11 77, 78 155

3 Jacob Natomagan Sylvan Lake, AB M 11 98, 89 187

Winner’s Quote: Lucas Sturgeon, 12, of Saskatoon, SK: “Honestly it feels really good to win this title, but I know I also could have still done better. When the game isn’t going as planned, I just try to relax and get into the groove and thinks of some songs that relax me.”

MJT Bantam Boys: Stony Plain GC: Par 72, Ydg 5844, Slope/Rating 122/69.0

1 Brae Rogalczyk Innisfail, AB M 14 71, 73 144

2 Aricin Franklin Saskatoon, SK M 13 72, 76 148

3 Brady Durkin Sylvan Lake, AB M 14 72, 78 150

Winner’s Quote: Brae Rogalczyk, 14, Innisfail, AB: “I feel great about winning this title, its also nice to get the points. Some highlights was my eagle that I had on 15 the first day, and my eagle on 10 the last day. I try to stay positive when I’m under pressure, and not worry about the last shot, but the next one coming up.”

MJT Juvenile Boys: Stony Plain GC: Par 72, Ydg 6473, Slope/Rating 131/72.3

1 Ryan Garbutt Edmonton, AB M 15 77, 75 152

2 Kenny Taylor Edmonton, AB M 15 75, 78 153

3 Scott Levey Edmonton, AB M 16 79, 75 154

Winner’s Quote: Ryan Garbutt, 15, of Edmonton, AB: “It feels really good to get a win. I just try to stay focused when things aren’t going as planned, one shot at a time. Highlights were on hole 14, my ball had a look at going Best Shot of the Year, and then also watching a hole-in-one on hole 7 today was cool to see.”

MJT Junior Boys: Stony Plain GC: Par 72, Ydg 6473, Slope/Rating 131/72.3

1 Kye Fisher Leduc, AB M 17 69, 73 142

2 Seth Mottershead-Yee Spruce Grove , AB M 17 68, 78 146

3 Reid Casavant Westlock, AB M 18 75, 74 149

Winner’s Quote: Kye Fisher, 17, of Leduc, AB: “I’m super excited to win the Stony Plain tournament in back-to-back years. I was really happy to see the progress in my game since last year in competition. Making birdie on hole 11 both days really kept my rounds going. The consistency I showed by making all 4’s on the front 9 of the final round nice to see too. I try my best to stay in the moment and focus on the shot I need to execute that is in front of me if the game isn’t going as planned.”

Full results and winners of the Long Drive, Closest-to-the-pin and Booster Juice Bounceback Awards are posted on the MJT website.

The next event in the province is the 2022 MJT Ford Series at Olds Central Highlands Golf Club in Olds, AB, June 27-28, 2022. To see the full 2022 MJT schedule and upcoming events, please check the MJT website at www.maplejt.com.

About the MJT: The non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour is Canada’s number one-played Junior Golf Tour as well as the only national junior tour run exclusively by PGA of Canada Professionals and the ‘Road to College Golf’ in Canada. The organization is supported by valued Premier, Tournament and Product Partners. The MJT hosts close to 100 events across Canada, including free Ford Go Golf Junior Clinics, the MJT Mini Tour for 12U and multi-day events for competitive players aged 11-19 which also offer qualifiers for international tournaments. The program has annual awards, scholarships and incentives to help reward performance and participation throughout each season. MJT alumni include many Professional Tour players and PGA of Canada Professionals, as well as Canadian Amateur, National and Provincial Junior Champions. The MJT aims to develop champions, in golf and in life, promoting the game from grassroots through to the provincial, national, university and professional levels.

Media Contact:

Lauren Allard, Marketing, marketing@maplejt.com