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The traditional, tree-lined fairways of Mountain Woods Golf Course in Moncton, NB, were buzzing with action July 21–22, where junior golfers teed off in the 2025 East Coast Junior Championship. Now in its second year under the direction of Canada’s leading competitive junior tour, the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT), this historic event remains one of Atlantic Canada’s most prestigious junior tournaments, long supported by the Nova Scotia Golf Association (NSGA), Golf New Brunswick (Golf NB), and the Prince Edward Island Golf Association (PEIGA).

 

The championship unfolded smoothly, with top talent competing in six divisions. Players were not only battling for the impressive East Coast Junior Trophy, individual division titles, exceptional prizing, and on-course competitions, but also for coveted direct and shortlisted spots in three of MJT’s most sought-after qualifiers: the Sergio Garcia Junior Championship in Spain, the Jack Newton International Junior Classic in Australia, and the MJT National Tour Challenge in Ontario.

“It’s a real privilege for the MJT to continue hosting the East Coast Junior Championship, one of the most storied junior golf events in Atlantic Canada,” said Ryan Kingston, MJT Tournament Director in Atlantic Canada. “This tournament brings out some of the region’s best young players, and the level of talent we’re seeing continues to rise every year. It’s inspiring to watch these athletes bring their best to such a meaningful event.”

Topping the leaderboard as MJT East Coast Junior Champions were Theo Hustler, 18, of Miminegash, PE, in MJT Junior Boys (142), Kate Wyllie, 17, of Bible Hill, NS, in MJT Girls 15-19 (182), Ollie Larsen, 15, from Fredericton, NB, in MJT Juvenile Boys (147), Lila Bishop, 15, from Port Williams, NS, in MJT Girls U15 (154), Jack Grinto, 14, of Brookfield, NS, in MJT Bantam Boys (148), and Sullivan Campbell, 12, of Stratford, PE, in MJT Peewee Boys (149).      

 

Top finisher scores, quotes from the division winners, and the list of qualified and short-listed players can be found below. Results from the Bomber Long Drive, PLYR Closest to the Pin, Booster Juice BounceBack Awards and Academy Points can be found here.  

Up next in the region is the MJT PLYR Series at Kingswood Resort in Fredericton, NB, on August 2-3. To register or for more information on the MJT, visit www.maplejt.com.

Top Finishers by Division
 

1. Theo Hustler (18), Miminegash, PE | 69, 73 (142)

2. Braden Ahern (17), Riverview, NB | 71, 74 (145)

3. Kooper MacKay (16), Wolfville, NS | 73, 73 (146)

Theo Hustler, 18, of Miminegash, PE, played confident golf to claim the MJT East Coast Junior Boys title with a rock-solid even-par total after firing rounds of 69 and 73 (142). His eight birdies across two rounds helped separate him from the field by three strokes in one of his strongest MJT performances to date. “It feels really good to finally win an MJT tournament after coming close many times, and an even better feeling winning one of the bigger MJT tournaments,” Hustler stated. “It’s just a feeling I’ve been waiting to feel.” He added, “My favorite part about competing is the competition - there’s always very good competition at the MJT tournaments. It makes it very tough knowing you’re playing against really good players.”
 

1. Ollie Larsen (15), Fredericton, NB | 77, 70 (147)

2. Maxime Anthony (16), Berry Mills, NB | 77, 71 (148)         

3. Carter Lavigne (15), Moncton, NB | 72, 80 (152)

Fifteen-year-old Ollie Larsen of Fredericton, NB, made a big statement in the MJT East Coast Juvenile Boys division, carding a 77 followed by a sizzling 70 to finish at 147. His final card included five birdies and a clutch eagle, helping him pull away for the win.
 

1. Kate Wyllie (17), Bible Hill, NS | 88, 94 (182)

Seventeen-year-old Kate Wyllie of Bible Hill, NS, came out to compete in her third-ever MJT tournament and fired rounds of 88 and 94 (182) in the MJT East Coast Junior Girls 15-19 division.

 

MJT Girls U15: Mountain Woods: Par 72, Ydg 5300, Slope/Rating 122/70.3

1. Lila Bishop (15), Port Williams, NS | 79, 75 (154)   

2. Kaleia Kurylo (13), Edmonton, AB | 89, 81 (170)

 

Lila Bishop, a 15-year-old from Port Williams, NS, returned with purpose after a runner-up finish in the East Coast Junior last year, carding 79 and 75 (154) to take the MJT East Coast Junior Girls U15 title. Her improved play and composure over both days paid off in a well-earned victory.
 

1. Jack Grinton (14), Brookfield, NS | 70, 78 (148)

2. Finn Grinton (14), Brookfield, NS | 71, 80 (151)     

3. Archer MacDougall (13), Charlottetown, PE | 77, 76 (153)

 

Fourteen-year-old Jack Grinton of Brookfield, NS, delivered an electric performance with an opening round of 70, followed up by a 78 for a 148 total score, winning the MJT East Coast Junior Bantam Boys title and bragging rights over his twin brother Finn, who finished just three strokes behind. Grinton’s card included 10 birdies and an eagle over two rounds. “It feels good to win this tournament,” he said. “I have been practicing a lot, and it's nice to see the work pay off.” He added that his favourite part of competing on the MJT is ‘the great venues we get to play and the high level of competition.’

MJT Peewee Boys: Mountain Woods: Par 72, Ydg 5300, Slope/Rating 118/65.6

1. Sullivan Campbell (12), Stratford, PE | 74, 75 (149)           

2. Borden Nicholson (12), Pictou, NS | 78, 85 (163)   

3. Drew Marchand (12), Upper Tantallon, NS | 88, 97 (185)

Twelve-year-old Sullivan Campbell of Stratford, PE, strung together two strong and steady rounds of 74 and 75 (149) to secure the MJT East Coast Junior Peewee Boys title. With four birdies and an eagle on the board, Campbell showcased both consistency and clutch shot-making to seal the win, calling the victory ‘refreshing.’ When asked about his favourite part of the experience, he added simply: “Competing and winning.”

Qualified and Shortlisted Players:
·MJT Team Canada to JNJG (Australia)

shortlisted - Braden Ahern

·MJT National Tour Challenge

Boys: Liam Wheaton, Ollie Larsen, Braden Ahern

Girls: Kate Wyllie

·Sergio Garcia Junior Championship

Shortlisted- Braden Ahern, Kate Wyllie

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