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The Road to College Golf, run exclusively by PGA ProfessionalsPress Release
August 24-25, 2024
Warman, SK
Giesbrecht goes low in great field of 114 juniors at MJT’s windswept Warman stop
The Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT), Canada’s #1 Junior Tour, wrapped up its successful 2024 Saskatchewan season with a spectacular finale at The Legends Golf Club in Warman on August 24-25. The MJT Golf Saskatchewan Order of Merit (OOM) Championship saw 114 talented junior golfers aged 19 and under finish two rounds despite strong winds that wreaked havoc on day two. Players were competing for titles in six divisions, with some chasing their final chance to qualify for the 2025 Champion of Champions World Invitational in Ross Inner, Enniskillen, UK. The weekend’s action-packed competition showcased the exceptional talent and competitive spirit of Saskatchewan’s young golf stars, capping off a great season.
Fantastic scoring from Warman’s own Dane Giesbrecht, 17, led to him winning both the MJT Junior Boys and Low Overall titles, after he battled through the winds with blazing scores of 67,71=138. Girls Low Overall honours went to Chloe Wills, 16, from Kyle, SK, winner of MJT Girls 15-19, who fired rounds of 78,75 (153) for a two-stroke victory. Other leading performances led to division wins for Ethan Hunter, 15, of Casa Rio, SK, in MJT Juvenile Boys (144), Lucas Sturgeon, 14, of Saskatoon, SK, in MJT Bantam Boys (151), Yuna Lee, 14, from Regina, SK, in MJT Girls U15 (173), and Jun Lee, 11, from Regina, SK, in MJT Peewee Boys (147).
Top scorers who were not already qualified for the 2025 Champion of Champions World Invitational are listed below along with scores and quotes from the division winners. For full tournament results, please visit the MJT website here; results from the Projekt/2UNDR Long Drive, PLYR Closest to the Pin, Booster Juice BounceBack Awards and Academy Points standings are posted here.
Top scorers who were not already qualified for the 2025 Champion of Champions World Invitational are listed below along with scores and quotes from the division winners. For full tournament results, please visit the MJT website here; results from the Projekt/2UNDR Long Drive, PLYR Closest to the Pin, Booster Juice BounceBack Awards and Academy Points standings are posted here.
As the 2024 MJT Saskatchewan season draws to a close, the MJT extend heartfelt thanks to all members, participants, families, and sponsors for a fantastic year. Early Bird Memberships for 2025 will be available starting in December. For more details, visit MJT online at www.maplejt.com.
Top Finishers by Division
MJT Junior Boys: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 6730, Slope/Rating 128/72.7
1. Dane Giesbrecht (17), Warman, SK | 67, 71 (138)
2. Ben Staines (17), Saskatoon, SK | 71, 77 (148)
3. Brayden Skene (17), Martensville, SK | 71, 78 (149)
Seventeen-year-old Dane Giesbrecht from Warman, SK, delivered two exceptional rounds of 67 and 71, racking up 13 birdies and an eagle to take home the MJT Junior Boys and Boys low overall titles. By staying in his own headspace and focusing solely on his game, Giesbrecht secured a win that he describes as ‘huge’. He added, "My summer had been trending the right way for a while now, and to keep the solid play going means so much."
Seventeen-year-old Dane Giesbrecht from Warman, SK, delivered two exceptional rounds of 67 and 71, racking up 13 birdies and an eagle to take home the MJT Junior Boys and Boys low overall titles. By staying in his own headspace and focusing solely on his game, Giesbrecht secured a win that he describes as ‘huge’. He added, "My summer had been trending the right way for a while now, and to keep the solid play going means so much."
MJT Juvenile Boys: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 6730, Slope/Rating 128/72.7
1. Ethan Hunter (15), Casa Rio, SK | 72, 72 (144)
2. Jack Maharaj (16), Saskatoon, SK | 75, 76 (151)
3. Aiden Walker (16), Regina, SK | 74, 80 (154)
Ethan Hunter, 15, from Casa Rio, SK, showcased his incredible talent with seven birdies and an eagle over two consistent par rounds. His preparation focused on turning weaknesses into strengths while maintaining his core game. “I try to just focus on my next shot and not look back on the past,” Hunter shared, embodying the mindset that fueled his standout performance.
Ethan Hunter, 15, from Casa Rio, SK, showcased his incredible talent with seven birdies and an eagle over two consistent par rounds. His preparation focused on turning weaknesses into strengths while maintaining his core game. “I try to just focus on my next shot and not look back on the past,” Hunter shared, embodying the mindset that fueled his standout performance.
MJT Bantam Boys: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 6216, Slope/Rating 122/70.4
1. Lucas Sturgeon (14), Saskatoon, SK | 72, 79 (151)
2. Austin Nesbitt (13), Pilot Butte, SK | 73, 79 (152)
3. Matty Schmiess (14), Swift Current, SK | 76, 77 (153)
3. Jace Wills (14), Kyle, SK | 75, 78 (153)
Lucas Sturgeon, a 14-year-old from Saskatoon, SK, kept his cool and captured victory with a single-stroke lead, crediting his win to ‘constant practice in the week before’ and his ability to ‘just try to relax with all the interesting things happening.’ His composure under pressure was key to securing the win in a thrilling finish.
Lucas Sturgeon, a 14-year-old from Saskatoon, SK, kept his cool and captured victory with a single-stroke lead, crediting his win to ‘constant practice in the week before’ and his ability to ‘just try to relax with all the interesting things happening.’ His composure under pressure was key to securing the win in a thrilling finish.
MJT Peewee Boys: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 5217, Slope/Rating 113/65.3
1. Jun Lee (11), Regina, SK | 70, 77 (147)
2. Cooper Roberge (12), Lloydminster, AB | 77, 77 (154)
3. Dalton Stephens (12), Craik, SK | 75, 81 (156)
Jun Lee, 11, from Regina, SK, showcased his determination by maintaining a strong lead from round one. Practicing daily with a focus on continuous improvement, Lee quickly rebounded from any setbacks. "This win means a lot and gives me more confidence in myself. Also, this one was the one I wanted to win," he stated, reflecting on his well-deserved victory.
MJT Girls 15-19: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 5217, Slope/Rating 126/70.4
Jun Lee, 11, from Regina, SK, showcased his determination by maintaining a strong lead from round one. Practicing daily with a focus on continuous improvement, Lee quickly rebounded from any setbacks. "This win means a lot and gives me more confidence in myself. Also, this one was the one I wanted to win," he stated, reflecting on his well-deserved victory.
MJT Girls 15-19: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 5217, Slope/Rating 126/70.4
1. Chloe Wills (16), Kyle, SK | 78, 75 (153)
2. Tayla Perry (15), Regina, SK | 77, 78 (155)
3. Sarah Henderson (16), Saskatoon, SK | 76, 80 (156)
Sixteen-year-old Chloe Wills from Kyle, SK, secured her fourth division win of the season with a composed approach. "I had simple swing thoughts to help me stay focused and not overthink," she shared. Wills’ strategy of not focusing on scores— ‘I don't know what my competitors are at and I don't even know for sure what I’m at’—proved to be a winning mindset, leading her to another impressive victory.
Sixteen-year-old Chloe Wills from Kyle, SK, secured her fourth division win of the season with a composed approach. "I had simple swing thoughts to help me stay focused and not overthink," she shared. Wills’ strategy of not focusing on scores— ‘I don't know what my competitors are at and I don't even know for sure what I’m at’—proved to be a winning mindset, leading her to another impressive victory.
MJT Girls U15: The Legends GC: Par 72, Ydg 5217, Slope/Rating 126/70.4
1. Yuna Lee (14), Regina, SK | 83, 90 (173)
2. Youran (Yoyo) Zhu (13), Saskatoon, SK | 84, 93 (177)
3. Sienna Taylor (14), Saskatoon, SK | 87, 101 (188)
Yuna Lee, 14, from Regina, SK, brought her A-game to the course, fueled by countless trips to the driving range and pep talks from her dad. "10/10, it's always fun to play and great prizes!" she exclaimed, rating her overall MJT tournament experience.
Qualified Players:
Yuna Lee, 14, from Regina, SK, brought her A-game to the course, fueled by countless trips to the driving range and pep talks from her dad. "10/10, it's always fun to play and great prizes!" she exclaimed, rating her overall MJT tournament experience.
Qualified Players:
2025 Champion of Champions World Championship: Yuna Lee, Chloe Wills, Lucas Sturgeon, Dane Giesbrecht
About the MJT: The non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour is Canada’s #1 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 partners across various tiers, including Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels. The MJT hosts more than 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.
About the MJT: The non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour is Canada’s #1 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 partners across various tiers, including Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels. The MJT hosts more than 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: Jessica Parker, marketing@maplejt.com
Marketing Manager, MJT
Marketing Manager, MJT