Canada's #1 Junior Golf Tour

 

The non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT) brought together a strong field of 75 talented golfers, all 12 and under, for an electrifying competition in the MJT Mini Tour at Pitt Meadows Golf Club in Pitt Meadows, BC, on August 13. Set on the private, challenging and mature 18-hole golf course, these young athletes showcased their skills across six divisions. With titles and coveted qualification spots in the MJT Mini Tour National Championship in Tsawwassen, BC, on the line, the spotlight was firmly on these rising stars of Canadian golf.
 

Highlighted with a fantastic score of 68 by 11-year-old James (Chenrui) Qiu, 11, from Surrey, BC, winner of MJT Boys 11-12, the event saw great scoring, leading to other division wins going to Jody Li, 11, from Burnaby, BC, in MJT Girls 11-12 (72), Theo Zhou, 10, from West Vancouver, BC, in MJT Boys 9-10 (70), Elizabeth Yang, 9, from Vancouver, BC, in MJT Girls 9-10 (74), Ethan Jiang, 8, of Vancouver, BC, in MJT Boys 8U (72), and Annabel Zhao, 8, from Richmond, BC, in MJT Girls 8U (80).

Top scorers who were not already exempt qualified for the MJT Mini Tour National Championship in Tsawwassen, BC, in August, and are listed below in a summary along with their scores and quotes from the division winners. Full results, as well as results from the Closest-to-the-Pin and Long Drive competitions, are posted on the MJT website here.
 

The next and final stop in the province is the popular MJT Mini Tour at Musqueam Golf Course in Vancouver, BC, on August 19. More information on the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour can be found online at www.maplejt.com.

 

1. Annabel Zhao (8), Richmond, BC | 80         

2. Georgia Sharma (8), Vancouver, BC | 87    

3. Remilia Wang (8), Burnaby, BC | 90

Eight-year-old Annabel Zhao from Richmond, BC, has added another medal to her impressive collection. "I practiced a lot and had a very good sleep. I am excited about the tournament because I can make new friends every time," Zhao commented, reflecting on her preparation and love for the game. Her enthusiasm for the MJT events was clear as she rated the experience a perfect "10/10," adding, "MJT is very well organized and I always have so much fun."

MJT Girls 9-10: Pitt Meadows GC: Par 73, Ydg 3370, Slope/Rating 0/0.0

1. Elizabeth Yang (9), Vancouver, BC | 74       

2. Stella Sun (9), White Rock, BC | 79

2. Karyme Zhao (10), Richmond, BC | 79

Elizabeth Yang, a nine-year-old golf enthusiast from Vancouver, BC, brought a playful spirit to the course, treating the competition like a "playdate with my friends." Her approach paid off, and she couldn't be happier with the experience. "I will rate it 10/10 because I think it is nice to meet my golfing friends and have a little prize at the end," Yang shared, capturing the joy and camaraderie of the day.
 

1. Jody Li (11), Burnaby, BC | 72         

2. Chloe Lam (11), Vancouver, BC | 73           

3. Velvet Haynes (12), Kelowna, BC | 76

Jody Li, 11, from Burnaby, BC, displayed remarkable dedication and focus, culminating in an impressive under-par finish in MJT Girls 11-12. "I did lots of practice for the past week. I practiced hard to be able to qualify for the National Championship at Tsawwassen," Li stated, emphasizing the effort behind her impressive play. "I stay focused and only think about the shot that I am playing right there," she added.
 

1. Ethan Jiang (8), Vancouver, BC | 72 *Won Countback
2. Liam Chang (8), Victoria, BC | 72                

3. Sawyer Morrow (5), Vancouver, BC | 87

Eight-year-old Ethan Jiang from Vancouver, BC, emerged victorious in the MJT Boys 8U division after a nail-biting countback finish against fellow eight-year-old Liam Chang of Victoria, BC. "I did pretty good after hitting good shots on the range," Jiang said, brimming with confidence. With his win in hand, he boldly declared, "I can win more!"
 

MJT Boys 9-10: Pitt Meadows GC: Par 72, Ydg 4431, Slope/Rating 0/0.0
1. Theo Zhou (10), West Vancouver, BC | 70

2. Ben Gamley (9), North Vancouver, BC | 74

3. Felix Qu (10), North Vancouver, BC | 78

Ten-year-old Theo Zhou from West Vancouver, BC, continues his winning streak, capturing his second MJT title in MJT Boys 9-10. "I thought to myself that no matter what happens in the next couple of holes, I am very proud of myself for getting to this point," Zhou declared.

 

1. James (Chenrui) Qiu (11), Surrey, BC | 68  

2. Jason Zhang (12), Richmond, BC | 71         

3. David Zhang (12), Vancouver, BC | 72

James (Chenrui) Qiu, 11, from Surrey, BC, fired an impressive four-under par 68, solidifying his reputation as a force to be reckoned with in MJT Boys 11-12. "I stayed under pressure for the last four holes," Qiu shared, demonstrating the poise and skill that have made him no stranger to the podium. Qiu confidently stated his mantra: "win more, play more."
 

Qualified Players: 
 

MJT Mini Tour National Championship (highest ranked player not already exempt): Elizabeth Yang, Jody Li, Remy Meng, David Zhang

 

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