Szeryk and Rivers join Team Canada teammates, Lauren Kim and Anna Huang in earning exemptions through She Plays Golf Championship Series

Pitt Meadows B.C. – Team Canada athletes Ellie Szeryk and Brooke Rivers earned exemptions into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open after finishing atop the leaderboard at the GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open at Pitt Meadows Golf Club in Pitt Meadows, B.C. as part of the She Plays Golf Championship Series.

Szeryk of London, Ont. held the lead in all three rounds, initially sharing the lead with Virginie Ding of Hong Kong following Thursday’s opening round at 4-under. Szeryk followed that with a 6-under 66 on Friday to take the solo lead into Saturday. She finished the tournament at 6-under (68-66-76) to win the GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open.

The win at Pitt Meadows is Szeryk’s second title in the past nine months, having won the individual championship at the Jim West Challenge in San Marcos, Texas last October.

With the win Szeryk has earned an exemption into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open at Earl Grey Golf Club in Calgary, Alta., July 23-28. It will mark the third start in tournament history for the 22-year-old having previously played in 2018 and 2023.

Rivers, of Brampton, Ont. finished the tournament at 2-under (72-69-73) to finish in second and also earn an exemption to compete at Earl Grey. The 19-year-old will be making her second consecutive start at the CPKC Women’s Open after competing last year at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club.

The GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open saw a field of 51 golfers (amateur and professional) with five members of the Team Canada program competing in Pitt Meadows. The tournament was the second of three as part of the She Plays Golf Championship Series.

Team Canada athletes Lauren Kim (a) and Anna Huang (a) finished first and second respectively at the Peloton Glencoe Invitational in Calgary, Alta. last weekend, which was the first tournament in the She Plays Golf Championship Series. The ORORO PGA Women’s Championship of Canada from July 2-5 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont. is the final stop in the three-tournament series for this season.

She Plays Golf is a citywide celebration of women’s golf anchored in each host market by a $60,000 CAD professional golf championship contested over 54-holes for a field of 60 professionals and elite amateurs. The tournaments are played with a cut after 36-holes and each championship sees players compete for WAGR points and two qualifying spots into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open. The She Plays Golf Championship Series marks the rebirth of a professional women’s golf tour in Canada.

Players earn points for their finishes in the She Plays Golf Championship Series towards a series-long standings. The golfer with the most points following the final championship will also earn qualification into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open, if not otherwise qualified and will be supported by Golf Canada’s Q School bursary program if they enter LPGA Q School in the fall.

She Plays Golf Festivals feature inclusive programming for women and girls, addressing gaps in the participation pathway and introducing new women and girls to the game in a safe, fun, and judgment-free environment. Festival activities take place at golf courses across the host city during the same week as the She Plays Golf Championship Series event with activities including introductory “Try Golf” events for women and girls new to golf, professional development for women in coaching, networking socials for women in business and leadership, and more.

For the final standings from the GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open, please click here.

For more information on She Plays Golf Festivals and Championship Series and to register, please click here.

Kim and Huang first to book places through
She Plays Golf Championship Series

Calgary, Alta. – Team Canada athletes Lauren Kim (a) and Anna Huang (a) earned exemptions into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open after finishing atop the leaderboard at the Peloton Glencoe Invitational at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club in Calgary, Alta. as part of the She Plays Golf Championship Series.

Rain played a factor in Saturday’s final round causing two lengthy delays. When play resumed, Kim, of Surrey, B.C. continued her great play to fire a final round 70 to finish the tournament at 10-under (69-67-70) and win the 2024 Peloton Glen Invitational.

Kim said each day was a little different in terms of what worked well for her in Calgary, “the first two days my ball striking was really good, and I would say my putting came in really clutch today, I made a lot of really good par putts that saved my scores.”

Kim, the 18-year-old member of Team Canada and a freshman at the University of Texas, is the reigning Canadian Women’s Amateur champion and made the cut at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur this April. With the win, Kim will be making her second consecutive appearance at the CPKC Women’s Open.

“I always love the challenge of trying to qualify to get into an LPGA Tour event and being able to play in it again its very fun, it’s our home event and getting to represent Canada and play in front of my home country and all the fans, it’s really exciting and fun,” said Kim following her round on Saturday.

Huang, of Vancouver, B.C. is a member of Team Canada NextGen and earned the second exemption after closing with a birdie on the 18th to finish at 8-under (69-67-72). She credited her patience for a strong finish on Saturday.

“I had a couple rough holes, but my mindset was just focus on each shot and play some simple steady golf and I think that’s what helped me,” said Huang.

The 15-year-old was part of Team Canada’s win at the 2023 World Junior Girls Championship and will be making her first appearance at the CPKC Women’s Open next month.

“It means so much to me, because the past few years I’ve tried to qualify and I’ve never made it, I’ve missed by one or two shots every time so to be able to make it this year is truly special and I’m really excited,” added Huang.

The Peloton Glencoe Invitational saw a field of 51 golfers (amateur and professional) in the women’s division, with 16 members of the Team Canada program competing in Calgary. The tournament was the first of three as part of the She Plays Golf Championship Series.

Both Kim and Huang agreed that the launch of She Plays Golf and the championship series is important for the game in Canada.

“I think it’s really important for women’s golf in Canada because it gives a lot of exposure to Canadians to play more events nationally in Canada which I think really helps,” said Huang.

“It’s definitely growing the women’s game in Canada and it’s something we definitely needed. It’s really important for all the juniors and the pros and a great opportunity to excel,” added Kim.

She Plays Golf is a citywide celebration of women’s golf anchored in each host market by a $60,000 CAD professional golf championship contested over 54-holes for a field of 60 professionals and elite amateurs. The tournaments are played with a cut after 36-holes and each championship sees players compete for WAGR points and two qualifying spots into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open.

Players earn points for their finishes in the She Plays Golf Championship Series towards a series-long standings. The golfer with the most points following the final championship will also earn qualification into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open, if not otherwise qualified and will be supported by Golf Canada’s Q School bursary program if they enter LPGA Q School in the fall.

The She Plays Golf Championship Series marks the rebirth of a professional women’s golf tour in Canada. There are two more tournaments in the series, GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open from June 19-22 at Pitt Meadows Golf Club in Pitt Meadows, B.C., and the ORORO PGA Women’s Championship of Canada from July 2-5 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont.

She Plays Golf Festivals feature inclusive programming for women and girls, addressing gaps in the participation pathway and introducing new women and girls to the game in a safe, fun, and judgment-free environment. Festival activities take place at golf courses across the host city during the same week as the She Plays Golf Championship Series event with activities including introductory “Try Golf” events for women and girls new to golf, professional development for women in coaching, networking socials for women in business and leadership, and more.

For the final standings from the Peloton Glencoe Invitational, please click here.

For more information on She Plays Golf Festivals and Championship Series and to register, please click here.

UBC Thunderbirds’ Una Chou and Dylan MacDonald win
women’s and men’s individual championships

SUDBURY, Ont. – The UBC Thunderbirds have completed a clean sweep, winning the men’s and women’s team championships as well as both individual championships at the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO at Idylwylde Golf & Country Club in Sudbury, Ont.

The UBC Thunderbirds Men’s team have claimed their eighth national championship after shooting a collective, 7-under (274-280-291-300). The Thunderbirds were represented by Mackenzie Bickell of Richmond, B.C., John Paul Kahlert of Maple Ridge, B.C., Hudson LaFayette of North Vancouver, B.C., Dylan MacDonald of Markham, Ont. and Aidan Schumer of Columbus, Ohio.

UBC Thunderbirds Coach Chris Macdonald has been apart of every Canadian University/College national championship for both teams. With the double win this year, he has coached both programs to 25 national titles having been with the women’s team since 2001 and the men’s team since 2004.

“Really proud of a lot of things for our teams. They work so hard in practice, they play hard and really try to perform well for each other. There is really great sportsmanship and teamwork in our group and just really proud of them. Not just these teams, but the program itself.

“We are really happy about our program and the golf scholarship endowment we have for Canadian student athletes from the Thunderbird Golf Society and thanks to UBC Athletics for supporting golf and our home course at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club,” said Coach Macdonald.

In addition to winning the national championship, the Thunderbirds Men’s team have qualified for the inaugural Canadian Collegiate Invitational, taking place September 15-17 at Öviinbyrd Golf Club in MacTier, Ont.

“We’re just really excited, obviously a great opportunity play against a lot of Division I teams. We’ve played against a lot of those teams over the last little while and really excited that we’re going to get to play a really beautiful golf course back in Ontario in September,” added Macdonald.

The Fraser Valley Cascades finished as runner-up at 43-over and the Montreal Carabins and Victoria Vikes tied for third at 44-over.

The men’s individual championship came down to a playoff between MacDonald (UBC Thunderbirds) and William Forgues of Quebec City, Que. (Laval Rouge et Or). MacDonald won on the first playoff hole to claim the national championship. MacDonald finished at 1-under for the tournament following rounds of 70-72-73-72. MacDonald has also earned an exemption into the 119th Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO at the Riverside Country Club in Saskatoon, Sask. from August 5-8. Anthony Jomphe of Chicoutimi, Que. (Montreal Carabins) finished third at even-par.

“Dylan did what he did all year, make a good chip, got himself to four feet to make a straight uphill four footer into the wind and made it. Just feeling really happy for him, he’s been with us for four years and works extremely hard and has got so much better every year, so good for him,” said Coach Macdonald.

The UBC Thunderbirds Women’s team have now won seven consecutive national titles and their 17th in 20 years. The Thunderbirds were led by Una Chou of San Diego, Calif. who claimed the women’s individual title. Along with Chou were teammates, Grace Bell of Calgary, Alta., Bo Brown of Mississauga, Ont. and Jessica Ng of Vancouver, B.C. Collectively they finished the tournament at 21-over, 42 shots clear of the UBC Okanagan Heat.

“I’m just very proud of our women’s team, the program and the consistency. They are just very experienced players and have played lots of tournaments together. NCAA Division I events and Division II events so I’m really proud of how they’ve played in some really tough tournaments this year and brought their best this week,” added Macdonald.

Chou shot a 1-over 73 on Thursday to finish the tournament at 1-under (73-67-74-73) to win by 12 strokes. Chou was in contention all week and was only one-shot back after the opening round. In Tuesday’s second round, Chou fired a 5-under 67 to set a new women’s course record at Idylwylde Golf & Country Club. The previous record was held by Canadian Golf Hall of Famer, Marlene Stewart Streit who shot a 68 during the 1974 Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship at Idylwylde.

“She’s just so consistent, drives the ball so well and is one of the best putters we’ve had in the program’s history. Just that consistency and watching the putts fall for her all week, just really nice to see her get that,” said Macdonald.

In addition to winning the national championship, Chou has also earned an exemption into the 110th Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO from July 30 to August 2 at Royal Colwood Golf Club in Victoria, B.C.

Julia Alexander-Carew of Oakville, Ont. (UBC Okanagan Heat) finished at runner-up at 13-over and UBC Thunderbird teammates Brown and Bell tied for third at 15-over.

The third round was completed early Thursday morning after play was suspended due to lighting on Wednesday at 7:20 p.m. Play resumed at 7 a.m. on Thursday.

For the final leaderboards from the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO, please click here.

Men’s Team Championship – Top 3

Women’s Team Championship – Top 3

Men’s Individual Championship – Top 3

Bold – Won in Playoff

Women’s Individual Championship – Top 3

Play suspended at 7:20 p.m. with 17 players still to finish third round; UBC Thunderbirds maintain lead in men’s and women’s team championships

SUDBURY, Ont. – The third round of the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO was suspended at 7:20 p.m. due to lightning. Play will resume at 7 a.m. on Thursday morning with 17 players yet to finish their round at the Idylwylde Golf & Country Club in Sudbury, Ont.

Conditions took a turn on Wednesday, with players facing strong winds and cooler temperatures into the afternoon before storms ended play in the evening.

The UBC Thunderbirds Men’s team shot a collective 3-over 291 and now sit at 19-under for the tournament and take a 42-shot lead into the final round as they look to add their eighth national championship in team history.

The Men’s individual championship looks destined for an exciting finish as UBC Thunderbird teammates John Paul Kahlert of Maple Ridge, B.C. and Aidan Schumer of Columbus, Ohio are tied at 8-under, and both were able to complete their rounds. Kahlert recorded a 2-under 70 after getting off to a strong start with four birdies on his first five holes.

Behind the duo are Owen Croft of Georgetown, Ont. (Victoria Vikes) who sits in third place at 4-under following a 71 on Wednesday and Mackenzie Bickell of Richmond, B.C. (UBC Thunderbirds) is fourth at 2-under. 2023 champion Jackson Jacob of Langley, B.C. (Fraser Valley Cascades) sits at 1-under following back-to-back rounds under par and is tied with Dylan MacDonald of Markham, Ont. (UBC Thunderbirds) for fifth.

There are 17 players in the women’s division yet to complete their third round with only a couple holes remaining. As play was suspended, the UBC Thunderbirds held the lead at 11-over for the tournament and 31 shots ahead of UBC Okanagan Heat who also were unable to complete all their rounds.

Una Chou of San Diego, Calif. (UBC Thunderbirds) maintains her lead in the individual standings with two holes remaining in her third round. Chou currently sits at 2-under and 11 shots ahead of teammate Grace Bell of Calgary, Alta. who completed her round and is 9-over for the tournament.

Julia Alexander-Carew of Oakville, Ont. (UBC Okanagan Heat) is solo third at 10-over with two holes remaining. UBC Thunderbirds’ Jessica Ng of Vancouver, B.C., Bo Brown of Mississauga, Ont. and Cindy-Cruise Koira of Victoria, B.C. round out the top five.

In the team championship, four daily scores count towards the team total with three scores daily in the women’s division. Following completion of the third round, the field will been cut to the low nine (9) men’s teams and the low six (6) women’s teams, including any team within 15 shots of the lead. Individuals within ten (10) shots of third place, or any player within the top-10, will also make the cut.

For the leaderboards following play on Wednesday, please click here. Thursday’s final round pairings and tee times once available can be found here.

Men’s Team Championship – Top 5

Women’s Team Championship – Top 5

Men’s Individual Championship – Top 5

Women’s Individual Championship – Top 5

*Did not finish round

UBC’s Una Chou sets new course record to take lead in women’s division; Aidan Schumer maintains top spot in men’s division

SUDBURY, Ont. – The University of British Columbia (UBC) Thunderbirds Men’s and Women’s teams continue to strengthen their hold on the lead following the second round of the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO.

The UBC Thunderbirds Women’s team were led by Una Chou of San Diego, Calif. on Tuesday. Chou fired a 5-under 67 to set a new women’s course record at Idylwylde Golf & Country Club in Sudbury, Ont. The previous record was held by Canadian Golf Hall of Famer, Marlene Stewart Streit who shot a 68 during the 1974 Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship at Idylwylde.

Chou opened with four birdies on the front nine and recorded three consecutive birdies on holes 15 through 17 to help erase two earlier bogeys on the back nine. Chou credited her work on the greens to help her score so well on Tuesday.

“My putting, I was able to make most putts within 15-feet,” said Chou.

Teammate Grace Bell of Calgary, Alta. has moved into second in the individual standings following a 2-over 74 on Tuesday. Bell is now six shots behind Chou. Julia Alexander-Carew of Oakville, Ont. (UBC Okanagan Heat) is solo third at 4-over for the tournament following a 75 in the second round. UBC Thunderbirds’ Bo Brown of Mississauga, Ont. and Jessica Ng of Vancouver, B.C. round out the top five.

The UBC Thunderbirds Women’s team, who are seeking their seventh consecutive national championship, have opened a sizable lead after two days. The Thunderbirds shot a collective 4-under 212 on Tuesday to improve to 2-under for the tournament, 27 shots clear of the UBC Okanagan Heat who are at 25-over. Chou said with this being the team’s final tournament of the season, they want to end on a high note.

“We have so much faith within each other, and I think that’s why we are playing well as we know we have each other’s back. We still have two more rounds so I think if we can just continue what we have been doing we will be great,” she added.

The UBC Thunderbirds Men’s team are looking to win their eighth national title and second in the past three years are currently 33 shots ahead of the Montreal Carabins. The Thunderbirds shot a collective score of 8-under 280 in today’s second round to get to 22-under for the tournament.

Aidan Schumer of Columbus, Ohio continues to lead the way for the Thunderbirds and the men’s individual leaderboard. Schumer followed up a strong opening round with a 6-under 66 on Tuesday to move to 11-under for the tournament. Schumer started strong with an eagle on the opening hole and went on to record five additional birdies during his round.

Behind Schumer are teammates, John Paul Kahlert of Maple Ridge, B.C. who posted another round at 3-under 69 to move to 6-under for the tournament and is five shots back. Mackenzie Bickell of Richmond, B.C. dropped one stroke following a 73 to sit at 3-under and is tied for third with Owen Croft (Victoria Vikes) who improved to 3-under overall after posting a 5-under 67 on Tuesday. There is a three-way tie for fifth with William Forgues (Laval Rouge et Or), Dylan MacDonald (UBC Thunderbirds) and Anthony Jomphe (Montreal Carabins) all at 2-under.

In the team championship, four daily scores count towards the team total with three scores daily in the women’s division. After the third round, the field will be cut to the low nine (9) men’s teams and the low six (6) women’s teams, including any team within 15 shots of the lead. Individuals within ten (10) shots of third place, or any player within the top-10, will also make the cut.

For the leaderboards following play on Tuesday, please click here. For Wednesday’s pairings and tee times, please click here.

Men’s Team Championship – Top 5

Women’s Team Championship – Top 5

Men’s Individual Championship – Top 5

Women’s Individual Championship – Top 5

UBC’s Aidan Schumer and Grace Bell lead men’s and women’s
individual championships

SUDBURY, Ont. – The University of British Columbia (UBC) Thunderbirds Men’s and Women’s teams find themselves in familiar territory following the opening round of the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO.

Both teams hold the lead heading into the second round on Tuesday. The UBC Thunderbirds Women’s team are seeking a seventh consecutive national championship which would mark 17 total in the tournament’s 20-year history. The men’s team will be looking for their eighth title.

Played was initially delayed by 90 minutes on Monday due to heavy fog at the Idylwylde Golf & Country Club in Sudbury, Ont. Once play began the UBC Thunderbirds Men’s team got off to a flying start and finished the day with a 20 shot lead over a pair of teams after a collective score of 14-under. Aidan Schumer of Columbus, Ohio led the way for the Thunderbirds, firing a 5-under 67 which also leads the men’s individual standings.

“I could tell the guys were really calm before the round and I think we all sank in really easily to our rounds and the boys had an awesome day today,” said Schumer. “Really looking forward to trying to keep the pace up these next three days for myself and the boys as well.”

Schumer opened his round with three straight birdies from his first nine and two more to open his second nine, recording eight in total on the day. He credited his fast start to a good warm-up and work with a trainer, allowing his body to get into action on Monday.

“I took it one shot at a time and stayed in the present. When I made a mistake, I didn’t let it bother me and had a lot of opportunities. I was in some tough places today, but I had great opportunities to practice aspects of my game I don’t usually encounter out on the west coast. The golf course is in great condition,” said the opening round men’s leader.

Behind Schumer are teammates Mackenzie Bickell of Richmond, B.C. at 4-under 68 and John Paul Kahlert of Maple Ridge, B.C. at 3-under 69. Maguire Lines (Victoria Vikes), Anthony Jomphe (Montreal Carabins) and Samuel Breton Gagnon (Champlain St-Lawrence Lions) are also tied for third with Kahlert at 3-under.

The race in the women’s individual championship is shaping up to be one to watch this week. Grace Bell of Calgary, Alta. (UBC Thunderbirds) currently holds a one-shot lead over three other competitors. Bell ended her round with nine consecutive pars to shoot an even-par 72. Teammates Bo Brown of Mississauga, Ont. and Una Chou of San Diego, Calif. are one back after both posting rounds of 1-over 73. Julia Alexander-Carew of Oakville, Ont. (UBC Okanagan Heat) also sits at 1-over.

UBC Thunderbirds Women’s team take a ten-shot lead over their provincial rival, UBC Okanagan Heat. The Thunderbirds sit with a collective score over 2-over, while the Heat are 12-over.

Added excitement on Monday evening came courtesy of Bryden Dilley of Barrie, Ont. (Georgian Grizzles). Dilley recorded a hole-in-one on the par-3 4th hole; she finished her day T13 at 8-over.

In the team championship, four daily scores count towards the men’s team total with three scores daily in the Women’s division. After the third round, the field will be cut to the low nine (9) men’s teams and the low six (6) women’s teams, including any team within 15 shots of the lead. Individuals within ten (10) shots of third place, or any player within the top-10, will also make the cut.

For the leaderboards following play on Monday, please click here. For Tuesday’s pairings and tee times, please click here.

Men’s Team Championship – Top 5

Women’s Team Championship – Top 5

Men’s Individual Championship – Top 5

Women’s Individual Championship – Top 5

SUDBURY, Ont. – Canada’s best student-athlete golfers will descend on Idylwylde Golf & Country Club in Sudbury, Ont., for the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO from June 2 – 6. The championship includes both a team and individual component featuring Canada’s top university and college talent.

2024 marks the 20th playing of the Canadian University/College Championship, which was established in 2003 by Golf Canada to give the country’s best university and college golfers a chance to compete at a national championship.

Founded in 1922, Idylwylde Golf & Country Club was developed from the old Howey Farm on the south shore of Ramsey Lake. Idylwylde features a parkland style golf course in the heart of Sudbury between Laurentian University and Lake Ramsey and Nepahwin. The 6656-yard course boasts views of the lake with it coming into play on several different occasions. 

“The Idylwylde is extremely proud to be the host venue for the 2024 Canadian University/College Championships. The club has strong ties to the university/college golf world; 20 years ago, our former club professional and current general manager Paul Schweyer created the golf program at Laurentian University. It is a fitting milestone to celebrate by hosting this championship,” said David Bower, Head Golf Professional, Idylwylde Golf & Country Club. “We have continued our partnership with the university to this day, supporting the student athletes with coaching and facilities to hone their games. We are excited to see these athletes have the chance to compete for a national championship and to showcase our beautiful facility with such a prestigious event.”

The 20 teams competing in the Men’s division represent the following conferences (number of teams in brackets):

Canada-West (5)

Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (2)

Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (5)

Ontario University Athletics (8)

The Women’s division is comprised of 12 teams represent the following conferences (number of teams in brackets):

Canada-West (4)

Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (1)

Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (2)

Ontario University Athletics (5)

In addition, a limited number of spots are available to individuals attending a Canadian post-secondary institution not otherwise entered in to the championship as part of a team. A total of nine individual players (five men and four women) will compete as individuals.

After the third round, the field will be cut to the low nine (9) men’s teams and the low six (6) women’s teams, including any team within 15 shots of the lead. Individuals within ten (10) shots of third place, or any player within the top-10, will also make the cut.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Thunderbirds enter this year’s tournament as the defending champions of the women’s division. With their win in 2023, the UBC Thunderbirds have claimed the women’s team division six times in a row, and a dominant 16th time in the 19-year history of the event. The Thunderbirds were led by Sonja Tang who also won her second consecutive individual title last year at FireRock Golf Club in Komoka, Ont. Tang was joined by teammates Grace Bell, Bo Brown and Élizabeth Labbé. Only Bell and Brown are returning this year to defend UBC’s title.

The University of Victoria Vikes men’s team won their first national championship last year at FireRock. The Vikes held a one-shot lead heading into the final round and shot 10-under on Friday to finish the tournament at 14-under, 13 shots clear of the Université Laval Rouge et Or. The University of Victoria men’s team was comprised of Robin Conlan, Zachary Ryujin, Liam Mosher, Aiden Craig-Steele and Chase Basanta. Craig and Ryujin return for the 2024 championship.

In addition to competing for a national championship, the winning men’s team will qualify for the inaugural Canadian Collegiate Invitational, taking place September 15-17 at Öviinbyrd Golf Club in MacTier, Ont. For more information on the tournament click here.

The individual winners in both the men’s and women’s divisions will earn exemptions into their respective Canadian Amateur Championships. The 110th Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO runs July 30 to August 2 at Royal Colwood Golf Club in Victoria, B.C. The 119th Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO is set for Riverside Country Club in Saskatoon, Sask. August 5-8.

Multiple winners of the Canadian University/College Championship include Christina Spence (2007 & 2008), Kat Kennedy (2016 & 2017), Evan Holmes (2015 & 2017) and Sonja Tang (2022 & 2023).

For more information about the 2024 Canadian University/College Championship, including the player list, pairings and leaderboards, click here.

MEN’S TEAMS

Bishop’s University Gaiters

Brock University Badgers

Champlain St-Lawrence Lions

Humber College Hawks

Laurentian University Voyageurs

Queen’s University Gaels

St. Clair College Saints

Université de Sherbrooke Vert et Or

Université du Montréal Carabins

Université Laval Rouge et Or

University of British Columbia Okanagan Heat

University of British Columbia Thunderbirds

University of Calgary Dinos

University of Fraser Valley Cascades

University of Guelph Gryphons

University of Victoria Vikes

University of Waterloo Warriors

University of Windsor Lancers

Western University Mustangs

Wilfrid Laurier University Golden Hawks

WOMEN’S TEAMS

Humber College Hawks

Université de Sherbrooke Vert et Or

Université Laval Rouge et Or

University of British Columbia Okanagan Heat

University of British Columbia Thunderbirds

University of Fraser Valley Cascades 

University of Guelph Gryphons

University of Toronto Varsity Blues

University of Victoria Vikes

University of Waterloo Warriors

University of Windsor Lancers

Wilfrid Laurier University Golden Hawks

May 30, 2024 – Golf Canada and Audi Canada are proud to announce the extension of their partnership that will see the luxury automotive brand remain the Automotive Partner for Golf Canada, the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open through 2025.

As part of the renewed partnership, Audi Canada will continue to deliver premium experiences at both of Canada’s National Open Championships, the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open. In addition, Golf Canada and Audi will collaborate on the “Canadian National Audi quattro Cup”. The Audi quattro Cup is the world’s largest amateur golf tournament.

Since its founding in Germany in 1991, 38 nations have participated in the Audi quattro Cup. The tournament currently attracts about 70,000 players a year across the world. More than 2.1 million golfers have participated in Audi quattro Cup competitions during the previous 33 years, establishing the competition’s impressive global expansion.

“We are very excited to extend our partnership with Audi Canada, who have been a tremendous partner of Golf Canada with a collective vision of advancing the sport of golf in our country with precision and excellence,” said Laurence Applebaum, Chief Executive Officer, Golf Canada. “We look forward to continuing to offer golf fans unique experiences at both of our National Open Championships.”

Golf Canada and Audi Canada are committed to inclusivity and diversity and removing barriers from the game of golf, while helping to grow the women’s game in Canada. With this focus, Audi will introduce the Audi Precision Award at the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open, July 23-28 at Earl Grey Golf Club in Calgary, Alberta. The Audi Precision Award will reward the tournament’s “most precise player” and a donation will be made in the winner’s name to a local charity that focuses on growing and advancing women’s golf. More details will be announced at a later date.

“Golf Canada has been a strong strategic partner supporting the growth of our business and the Audi quattro Cup, the world’s largest amateur golf tournament. We are proud to expand our partnership, working together to remove barriers for underrepresented groups. We look forward to the continued partnership and shared spirit of growth with Golf Canada,” said Joseph Ottorino, Head of Marketing, Audi Canada.

As part of the continued partnership, Audi Canada will also remain as the Presenting Partner of the Golf Canada Mobile App. The Golf Canada Mobile App continues to be the all-in-one place to track progress and connect with colleagues and friends. The Golf Canada Mobile App offers users an exceptional experience while at the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open. For more information on the Golf Canada Mobile App, please click here. To download on Apple devices click here, to download on Google Play devices, click here.

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Adam Long, Michael Blair, Jakob Chicoyne (a) and Maxwell Sear earned the final four exemptions into the 2024 RBC Canadian Open, following the final qualifier at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) in Caledon, Ont. on Tuesday.

The final qualifier was scheduled for Monday; however, play was suspended at 8:45 p.m. due to darkness and resumed at 7 a.m. on Tuesday. Monday’s round saw a number of delays due to heavy periods of rain throughout the day.

Long of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. was able to finish his round on Monday and fired a 5-under 65 to top the leaderboard. Blair of Ancaster, Ont. was also able to finish on Monday and shot a 2-under 68 to also book his place in the tournament.

On Tuesday morning, a 3-for-2 playoff was required between Chicoyne (a) of Calgary, Alta., Sear of Stouffville, Ont. and James Seymour of Newmarket, Ont. who all finished at 1-under 69.

On the first playoff hole, both Chicoyne and Sear birded the 18th while Seymour recorded a par to claim the final two spots into Canada’s National Open Championship.

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Championship round altered following two lengthy weather delays at
Hamilton Golf and Country Club

Hamilton, Ont. – Tim Charles and Peter Morse have been crowned the inaugural champions of the BDO National Golf League following a playoff win over Reid Middleton and Brian Thorne at Hamilton Golf and Country Club in Ancaster, Ont. on Saturday.

Play was stopped on two occasions Saturday morning due to inclement weather. In order to complete play, tournament formatting was altered with pairings playing their respective nine holes, with the top teams from the back and front nine then meeting in a playoff for the championship. Play resumed shortly before 1 p.m. local time for all 52 pairings (104 golfers).

Charles of North Kentville, N.S. and Morse of New Minas, N.S. earned 22 stableford points from the front nine to advance to the playoff, Middleton and Thorne of New Brunswick posted a similar score of 22 points to emerge as the top team on the back nine.

Both pairings competed on the 18th hole in-front of an enthusiastic crowd, all with par putts awaiting them. After the duo from New Brunswick narrowly missed their putts, Morse drained a lengthy putt to claim the championship for the Nova Scotia duo.

“Just out of this world, I couldn’t describe it for you. We came here to play and have a good time and if we managed to get in and win this thing, Peter had already planned to go to the British Open and now apparently, I have to go with him and I’m really looking forward,” said an elated Charles following the playoff.

This marked the second of two playoff wins for the duo, having won in a playoff in their provincial championship.

“I wanted to win it again because I was able to the first time around, but I didn’t get a chance because Peter made his putt, now in the long run, really happy he made it,” laughed Charles.

Travel issues played a role as their flights were cancelled late on Thursday night. They were able to secure early morning flights on Friday on very little sleep to get to Hamilton to compete.

“We were excited about the whole experience, playing this golf course, having the opportunity to be here when it’s set up for the RBC Canadian Open, nobody else gets that,” said Charles.

“We just like to have fun, we’re not low handicappers and that’s why this is such a great event in my opinion, anybody can do well at it, the guys we played with today were awesome, we had so much fun and that’s what golf’s all about,” added Morse.

Along with becoming the inaugural champions, Charles and Morse will be heading to Royal Troon in Troon, Scotland to represent Canada in The R&A 9 Hole Challenge one-week prior to the 152nd Open Championship. Morse already had plans to attend as a fan.

“I plan to go and take in the full experience and go there, that’s how much it means to me and to go there and play is even cooler. Thanks to Golf Canada, just unbelievable that they’ve done this for us and given us this opportunity,” said Morse.

“I hope my wife is aware that I’m going to have to spend a week there now. Could be news to her,” added Charles with a laugh.

This championship means a little more for Morse, a vice principal at Horton High School in Wolfville, N.S. In 2015, he was involved in a serious car accident, where he suffered 14 fractures and had to learn to walk again.

“To be concerned I wouldn’t be able to walk and then I started playing golf, shooting 99-100, just slowly working my way back to low 80’s, high 70’s and it means the world to me because I can’t play any other sports now. I can’t run, my legs just don’t do it. As someone who played a lot of sports it’s hard on the head, mental health as everyone knows is a big deal, so for me to be able to go out twice a week and golf with my friends and hack it up has just made all the difference in the world for me to be honest,” Morse said with a smile as he walked off the 18th green a national champion.

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The BDO National Golf League was launched by Golf Canada ahead of the 2023 season as a nationwide, season-long competition to enhance weekly recreational league experiences for men, women and junior golfers. The inaugural season saw 10,000 participants from 107 leagues from coast-to-coast. Scoring followed a 9-hole net stableford format that took place during a six-week period of a club’s league season. Within those six weeks, the best four scores were used to determine the individuals that would advance to the provincial championships.

The provincial championships were contested in the fall of 2023 over 13 regional tournaments across all 10 provinces between September and October, competing for spots into the league championship in Hamilton. Travel expenses to the BDO National Golf League Championship for all participants were covered by Golf Canada.

“Today’s championship represents the culmination and a celebration of a successful inaugural BDO National Golf League season. The inaugural season included roughly 10,000 participants from over 100 leagues hailing from every province across Canada. Our championship field of 104 golfers collected enough points in their respective league major weeks to qualify for provincial playoffs and successfully advanced to today’s championship,” said Tim McLaughlin, Chief Marketing Officer, Golf Canada. “It has been amazing to see players of all skill levels competing here today. Enhancing league play for all recreational golfers was a key goal of the BDO National Golf League. This friendly competition has also made significant impact on creating a brighter and more inclusive future for golf in our country as 100 per cent of the proceeds will be directed to First Tee – Canada.”

Registration is now open for the 2024 BDO National Golf League. To sign-up or for more information, please visit nationalgolfleague.ca.