Congratulations to Robert Deng, a 2013 graduate representing Irvine, for taking first place in the Boys division with a two-day combined score of 144 (even par). Robert was tied for first place after day one with an opening round of 69 (3 under par) including four birdies. Tied for second place with a combined score of 147 was Max Alcorn, a 2013 graduate representing Poway, and Richard DeSantis, a 2013 graduate representing Carlsbad. Richard was tied for first place after day one with Robert at 3 under par, but struggled in the wet and windy second round conditions. Max was the most consistent throughout the weekend and birdied his 36^th hole for a share of second place.

Congratulations to Elisabeth Bernabe, a 2013 graduate representing Anaheim Hills, for taking first place in the Girls division with a two-day combined score of 146 (2 over par). Elisabeth, un-phased by the tough conditions, led the tournament all weekend with two consistent rounds 74-72. Danielle Lee, a 2015 graduate representing La Mirada, finished in second place shooting 75-75=150. Rounding out the leader-board and tied for third place with a two-day combined score of 151 was Hannah Kim, a 2014 graduate representing Chula Vista, and Tiffany Gu, a 2012 graduate representing San Marino. The SCPGA Junior Tour would like to extend a very special congratulation to Tiffany who aced the par-3 second hole during her second round.

Thank you to all of our sponsors who made this event a success. Chris Brown, Head Golf Professional, and Brett Baylin, Tournament Coordinator, as well as the rest of the Carlton Oaks Golf Course staff were very accommodating and gracious hosts. Also, thank you to Bridgestone Golf for providing the tee gifts. Each participant was given a dozen Bridgestone golf balls and a logo cap. Finally, thank you to our premier sponsor Toyota, who has been a loyal partner of the SCPGA for over 12 years. This tour would not be possible without their help and support.

The SCPGA Junior Tour is pleased to announce that the PGA of America has once again asked us to select one boy and one girl to represent Southern California in the Ryder Cup Junior Academy. The Academy will be held in Port St. Lucie, FL at the PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance. The dates of this year’s Academy are July 1-8, 2012.

Criteria:

• Age 14-17
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Desire to excel at a high level of golf
• Outstanding character

The PGA of America will provide the following for the participant:

• airfare (coach)
• housing for the participant
• on-site meals for the participant
• scheduled ground transportation for the participant from Palm Beach International Airport to official hotel to Palm Beach International Airport
• ground transportation for the participant to off-site events
• The Ryder Cup Junior Academy on-site experience for the participant.

Click here to access the Player Application.

Applications are due by February 24th, 4:30pm. Applications must be filled out completely to be considered.

Questions? Contact Alexandra Tegels, ategels@pgahq.com

The following Players were recognized:

If you were unable to attend the Banquet and would like your award, please submit this Request.

The SCPGA Junior Tour would like to welcome Nicholas Becker to the staff! Nicholas has just Graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelors in Science, Agribusiness – PGA Golf Management. He has worked with the Michigan Section of the PGA as the Tournament Administration intern, along with working at many upscale private Country Clubs as an Assistant Golf Professional such as Treetops Resort in Gaylord Michigan and Encanterra Golf and Country Club in San Tan Valley Arizona.  Be sure to Say hi to Nicholas next time you see him at a tournament!

Avery French of Laguna Niguel, a 2013 grad, captured her first Toyota Tour Cup title shooting 70-75-70=215, -1. French’s victory can be attributed to steady play, her three rounds featured 33 pars and 12 birdies. Close behind was Alice Jeong of Gardena, a 2013 grad. Jeong led after a first round 67 but struggled on the greens during her second round and finished 67-78-71=216, E. Third place went to Elisabeth Bernabe of Anaheim Hills, also a 2013 grad, shooting 76-73-73=222, +6.

Jonathan Sanders of Chatsworth, a 2012 grad, shot the low round of the tournament during the second round with a 65, -7. His tournament total featured a first round score of 70 and a final round 69 to finish at 204, -12 with 18 birdies. Two shots back was Rico Hoey of Rancho Cucamonga, a 2013 grad, with an equally impressive 17 birdies.  He shot 67-70-69=206, -10. In third place was Ryann Ree of Redondo Beach, a 2012 grad, shot 72-71-69=212, -4.

We would like to thank PGA General Manager Randy Duncan, PGA Head Professional James Saenz  and Tournament Coordinator John McCarthy for all their assistance in making the tournament a success. Thank you to Travis Mathew for coming to provide the kids with entertainment following the second round, giving away hats and a free outfit for the overall boy and girl champions. Thank you to Ahead for providing the tee gifts, each participate received a polo shirt and hat.