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The non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT) hosted the MJT Humber College PGM Classic at Fox Harb'r Resort in Wallace, NS, on August 12 and 13, marking the exciting close of the MJT Atlantic Canada Junior Tour circuit in 2024. As the fourth of five national events in the MJT Humber College PGM series, this tournament took place at Nova Scotia’s only five-star golf resort, offering a breathtaking backdrop for the competition. Six division titles and major MJT Order of Merit points were on the line, all geared towards securing an invitation to the 2024 MJT National Championship presented by adidas Golf at Orange Lake Golf Resort in FLA, USA, this November, as well the chance to qualify for the Champion of Champions 2025 at Lough Erne Resort in Ross Inner, Enniskillen, United Kingdom. The stakes couldn’t have been higher as the region's top junior talent showcased their skills in this premier event.
 

The Atlantic Canada region was well represented with winners from NS, NB and PEI on the podiums. Low overall honours for Boys and Girls respectively went to Matthew Brooks, 18, from Halifax, NS, in MJT Junior Boys (71,73=144) and Neve Miller, 16, from Dieppe, NB, in MJT Girls 15-19 (92,82=175). Following their respective wins, both Brooks and Miller have qualified for the 2025 Champion of Champions. Other leading performances resulting in division wins were recorded by Tristan Frenette, 16, of Rothesay, NB, in MJT Juvenile Boys (151), Carter Lavigne, 14, of Moncton, NB, in MJT Bantam Boys (147), Lila Bishop, 12, of Port Williams, NS, in MJT Girls U15 (177), and Archer MacDougall, 12, of Charlottetown, PE, in MJT Peewee Boys (157).

Results from the Projekt/2UNDR Long Drive, PLYR Closest to the Pin, Booster Juice BounceBack Awards, and Academy Points standings, are posted here; for full tournament results, please visit the MJT website here.
 

This final stop on the MJT Atlantic Canada schedule concludes an amazing season in the region, and the MJT expresses sincere gratitude to all the athletes and their families for their incredible support. For details on the season finale—the MJT National Championship presented by adidas Golf —along with qualifying criteria, click here. To learn more about the MJT program, visit www.maplejt.com.

 

MJT Junior Boys: Fox Harb'r: Par 72, Ydg 6375, Slope/Rating 132/71.2
1. Matthew Brooks (18), Halifax, NS | 71, 73 (144)

2. Alistair Campbell (16), Upper Canard, NS | 78, 71 (149)    

3. Zachary Gaudet (17), Truro, NS | 76, 75 (151)

Eighteen-year-old Matthew Brooks from Halifax, NS, has made headlines with an extraordinary back-to-back win at Fox Harb'r Resort, clinching the MJT Junior and Low Overall Boy titles for the second consecutive year. Showcasing exceptional skill and precision, Brooks dazzled the field with five birdies over two rounds, solidifying his dominance on the course.
 

MJT Juvenile Boys: Fox Harb'r: Par 72, Ydg 6375, Slope/Rating 132/71.2
1. Tristan Frenette (16), Rothesay, NB | 76, 75 (151)

2. Tucker Doiron (16), Stewiacke, NS | 78, 75 (153)

3. Andre Lombard (16), Church Point, NS | 77, 80 (157)

Tristan Frenette, a 16-year-old from Rothesay, NB, made a triumphant return to the winner’s circle in MJT Juvenile Boys, claiming his first victory in two years. "This is my first win in two years, so it boosts my confidence quite a bit knowing that I can compete at the top level again," Frenette stated, reflecting on the significance of his achievement. Praising the event, he added, "I enjoyed it a lot. It was an amazing venue."
 

MJT Bantam Boys: Fox Harb'r: Par 72, Ydg 5615, Slope/Rating 128/69.3
1. Carter Lavigne (14), Moncton, NB | 75, 72 (147)

2. Mathis Landry (14), Dieppe, NB | 74, 75 (149)       

3. Nathan MacDonald (14), Fall River, NS | 76, 74 (150)

MJT Bantam Boys winner, Carter Lavigne, 14, from Moncton, NB, continues to impress with his methodical preparation and love for the game. "I prepare for these tournaments by going through my exact same warm-up routine every time," Lavigne explained, demonstrating the discipline behind his consistent performances. Commenting on the tournament atmosphere, he added, "It's always a great event having great staff and lots of players." 

MJT Peewee Boys: Fox Harb'r: Par 72, Ydg 5060, Slope/Rating 119/66.4

1. Archer MacDougall (12), Charlottetown, PE | 82, 75 (157)            

2. Joseph Faddoul (12), Halifax, NS | 82, 84 (166)

3. Holden Urquhart (12), Dartmouth, NS | 86, 81 (167)

Archer MacDougall, a 12-year-old from Charlottetown, PE, delivered a standout performance in MJT Peewee Boys, proving that pressure only fuels his game. "I don't feel the pressure. I find it makes me play better," MacDougall confidently stated after his impressive win. He rated the event a perfect "10/10," adding, "Fox Harb'r was a blast. It was such a fun week."

MJT Girls 15-19: Fox Harb'r: Par 72, Ydg 5615, Slope/Rating 128/69.3

1. Neve Miller (16), Dieppe, NB | 92, 83 (175)

2. Reid Hart (16), O'Leary, PE | 87, 89 (176)

Sixteen-year-old Neve Miller from Dieppe, NB, edged out a one stroke victory, taking Low Overall and the MJT Girls 15-19 title after working closely with her coach to fine-tune her swing. "Before this tournament, I had the help of my coach to fix some parts of my swing since I had a hard time the last couple of rounds," Miller shared. Her determination paid off, as she remained mentally strong throughout the competition. "I kept telling myself that it's never over until it's over. Anything can happen," she said, showcasing the resilience that led her to win.

 

1. Lila Bishop (12), Port Williams, NS | 86, 91 (177)

2. Frédérique Doiron (14), Dieppe, NB | 92, 86 (178)

Lila Bishop, 12, from Port Williams, NS, is back in the MJT Girls U15 winner's circle after clinching a hard-fought win by one stroke. "I worked on my putting and focused on not getting in my head," Bishop shared, revealing the mental and technical preparation behind her success. Speaking about her achievement, she said, "It means I made it through this tough course."

Qualified Players:

2025 Champion of Champions World Championship:

Lila Bishop (Port Williams, NS), Neve Miller (Dieppe, NB), Carter Lavigne (Moncton, NB) and Alistair Campbell (Upper Canard, NS)

About Humber College PGM Program: Humber College’s Business Administration - Professional Golf Management program is a Recognized PGA of Canada program. Gain a business education, develop your golf game, and embark on a career you will love. Gain valuable experience and earn income during our two six-month paid co-op terms. Our on-campus Golf Lab is a world-class golf performance training facility run by PGA Professionals. Our Golf Lab is equipped with three Simulator Rooms, a Golf Retail Shop, Golf Club Workshop, and 2000 square feet of putting surface. Students have the opportunity to play on the Humber Hawks varsity golf team, the most decorated golf team in Canada. For more information, please visit our website at business.humber.ca/golf. 

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