Canada's #1 Junior Golf Tour

 

This past weekend, over 75 junior golfers from the Atlantic Canada leg of the non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT), Canada’s number one Junior Tour, gathered at the picturesque Amherst Golf Club in Amherst, NS. Surrounded by the stunning views of the Tantramar Marsh under sunny skies and perfect temperatures, players competed in either the MJT Mini Tour for 12U on June 22, or the Junior Tour for 19U on June 22 and 23. Results from the 12U tournament are highlighted here.

 

Highlights of the tournament included a playoff in MJT Boys 8U Division, won by Tristan Breault, of Dieppe, NB over Callum Burge of Amherst, NS, after both tied for the lead with a score of 86. Other notable performances were recorded by Sophie Landry of Dieppe, NB, in MJT Girls 9-10 (100), Brooke Shepard from Fredericton, NB, in MJT Girls 11-12 (121), Joshua Nickerson from Kentville, NS in MJT Boys 9-10 (73) and Andrew MacDonald of Fall River, NS, in MJT Boys 11-12 (84). Below are the top finisher scores and quotes from the division winners, with full results available on the MJT website.

 

The event highlighted the MJT's unwavering commitment to the rapid growth of junior golf in the region, nurturing the next generation of golf champions. The next MJT Mini Tour event in the region is at Kingswood Resort in Fredericton, NB, on August 3. To register, or for more information, please visit the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour website at www.maplejt.com.

 

1. Sophie Landry (10), Dieppe, NB | 100
 

Ten-year-old Sophie Landry from Dieppe, NB, celebrated her fine performance on the vibrant MJT circuit after carding a score of 100 in the MJT Girls 8U division. Landry remarked, "This makes me confident that I can win the next one as well." With her spirits high, she eagerly sets her sights on the upcoming tournaments.

 

1. Brooke Shepard (12), Fredericton, NB | 121
 

Brooke Shepard, 12, from Fredericton, NB, adopted a two-pronged approach to prepare for her tournament, crediting ‘lessons and going to bed early’ for her success. Reflecting on her performance in the MJT Girls 11-12 division, Shepard said, "The amount of pars that I got made me happy." 

 

1. Tristan Breault (8), Dieppe, NB | 86

2. Callum Burge (7), Amherst, NS | 86

3. Jameson Whitehead (7), Halifax, NS | 87

 

In an electrifying finale among the MJT Boys 8U, Tristan Breault, 8, from Dieppe, NB, clinched victory on the first hole of a playoff against Callum Burge, 7, of Amherst, NS. Breault attributed his win to ‘breathing techniques and staying calm,’ showcasing his composure under pressure.

 

1. Joshua Nickerson (10), Kentville, NS | 73

2. Elie Yazbek (10), Timberlea, NS | 80

3. Elijah Faddoul (10), Halifax, NS | 82

An even par on the front nine set Joshua Nickerson, 10, up for success in the MJT Boys 9-10 Division. Reflecting on his victory, Nickerson expressed, "I want to keep doing well in my tournaments." This strong performance highlights his determination and sets the stage for continued success in future competitions.
 

1. Andrew MacDonald (10), Fall River, NS | 84

2. Drew Marchand (11), Upper Tantallon, NS | 85

3. Blake Butcher (11), Valley, NS | 93

 

In a thrilling finish, 10-year-old Andrew MacDonald edged out a one-stroke win in the MJT Boys 11-12 Division. MacDonald shared his strategy for success: "I stay focused on one shot at a time." His diligent preparation paid off, as he revealed, ‘I played at my club and practiced with my brother’ leading up to the tournament. 
 

MJT Mini Tour National Championship (highest ranked player not already exempt): Tristan Breault, Joshua Nickerson, Andrew MacDonald

 

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