WINNIPEG, Man. – Canada’s top university and college golfers will convene at Southwood Golf and Country Club, from June 2-6 to compete in the twelfth playing of the Canadian University/College Championship, conducted by Golf Canada.

The Canadian University/College Championship is a showcase of the finest university and college golf programs in Canada. The event was created with the intention of giving the top Canadian university and college golfers the opportunity to compete for a national championship, as well as acting as the Canadian team qualifier for the World University Golf Championship. 

This year marks the first time The University of Manitoba has been host to this national golf event. In all, 155 male and female golfers from post-secondary institutions across Canada will vie for both team and individual titles at the par-72 Thomas McBroom designed Southwood Golf and Country Club.

“We are so thrilled to welcome the best university and college golfers to Southwood. At first sight, this seemingly flat course appears calm. When Mother Nature decides to be the equalizer you will experience prairie winds that meet no resistance,” said Gordon Hudson, Host Club Tournament Chair. “Our volunteers are eagerly looking forward to making the 2014 Canadian University/College Golf Championship a memorable one for these great players.”

The field will be comprised of 19 men’s and 11 women’s teams as well as 155 individual competitors. Following the third round, the field will be reduced to the top 10 men’s and the top six women’s teams, as well as any teams and individuals within 15 strokes of the lead.

“The field at this year’s Canadian University/College Championship shows the talent we have in collegiate golf across the country,” said Tournament Director Mary Beth McKenna. “This course will surely challenge the players and should provide a true test for the winning teams and individual medalists.”

On the men’s side, the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds will look to defend their title after securing a 21-stroke victory over Université Laval Rouge et Or at the 2013 Canadian University/College Championship at Club de golf Val des Lacs in Ste-Sophie, Que. Returning players for the Thunderbirds include, Conner Kozak and Scott Secord, along with Jack Wood.

In the women’s team division, the Université de Montreal Carabins will look to capture their second straight championship. The squad will be led by Sabrina Sapone, 2013 Individual Women’s Champion, alongside Caroline Ciot, Véronique Fortin-Latreille and Sarah-Andréa Landry. The Carabins will look to defend against the Thunderbirds who will be vying for their 10th women’s team title since the championship originated in 2003. 

Individually on the women’s side, Sapone returns to defend her six-stroke victory over the University of Victoria Vikes Megan Woodland in 2013. Sapone recently competed on the Canadian Women’s Tour in Parksville, B.C. where she finished tied for 34th against a strong field of professional and amateur players. In the Men’s division, Ugo Coussard of the Université Laval Rouge et Or will not return to defend his individual title from last season.

 Golf Canada and Southwood Golf and Country Club invite spectators and media to attend the 2014 Canadian University/College Championship. The event is open to the public and admission is free for the duration of the championship.

The following teams and individuals will be competing in the 2014 Canadian University/College Championship, conducted by Golf Canada. For a full listing of team rosters and individual players, click here.

Men’s Teams:
University of Victoria Vikes 
University of Alberta Golden Bears 
University of Lethbridge Pronghorns 
University of Calgary Dinos 
University of British Columbia Thunderbirds 
Western University Mustangs 
University of Toronto Varsity Blues 
University of Guelph Gryphons 
University of Waterloo Warriors 
Brock University Badgers 
University of the Fraser Valley Cascades 
Humber College Hawks 
Grant MacEwan University Griffins 
Université Laval Rouge et Or 
École de technologie supérieure Piranhas 
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières Patriotes 
Université de Montréal Carabins 
University of Manitoba Bisons 
McMaster University Marauders

Women’s Teams:
University of Victoria Vikes 
University of Alberta Pandas 
University of Lethbridge Pronghorns 
University of Toronto Varsity Blues 
University of Waterloo Warriors 
Western University Mustangs 
Carleton University Ravens 
Université de Montréal Carabins 
Université Laval Rouge et Or 
University of the Fraser Valley Cascades 
University of British Columbia Thunderbirds

The latest World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) has all five members of Canada’s National Women’s Amateur team inside the top 100 for the first time in program history.

No. 3 – Brooke Henderson (Smiths Falls, Ont.)

No. 64 – Jennifer Ha (Calgary)

No. 80 – Anne-Catherine Tanguay (Québec City, Qué.)

No. 84 – Brittany Marchand (Orangeville, Ont.)

No. 90 – Augusta James (Bath, Ont.)

Women’s Head Coach, Tristan Mullally, could not be more proud of the hard work that each player has put in, along with the dedication of the coaching staff.

“This is a validation of work that’s being done both in the background and with the players – it’s a testament to the effort put forth by Golf Canada and the entire supporting staff,” said Mullally. “In year’s past the target has been to get one or two players into the top 100 – to have all five is an accomplishment we are all proud of. The goal now is to keep going and get all the girls into the top 50 and so on”.

Reluctant to take any credit, Mullally did go on to express the pride that the coaching staff feels from such an achievement.

“When I came on board to the program, I was certainly taking over from some unbelievably good work,” he said. “Things have continued to grow and I am very proud, but more than that I am truly proud of the players because it comes down to their performance in the end. We (the coaches) work incredibly hard to impact the lives of these players. It’s a very important job and we take it very seriously.”

The Golf Association of Ontario will honor Canadian golf legend Richard (Dick) H. Grimm who passed away late May by distributing a commemorative pin with Grimm’s initials (RHG) on it to competitors and volunteers at provincial championships throughout the season.

“The Canadian golf industry truly lost one of the cherished ambassadors of our game and a treasured member of our collective family,” said GAO Executive Director Steve Carroll. “We are humbled to honor one of the game’s greatest by wearing his initials on our shirts, hats or golf bags during the 2014 season.”

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Grimm immigrated to Canada in 1948, earned the nickname “Mr. Canadian Open” thanks to his involvement in the event from 1965 to 1993. He used his skills as a salesman, promoter, official and fan to make the event what it is today. He was a key mogul in the development of Canadian golf and was inducted into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame in 1993.

The entire Canadian golf community is mourning the loss of Richard (Dick) Grimm who passed away on May 26, 2014 at the age of 91.

Golf Canada goes one-on-one with Dave Scinocca, PGA of Canada Head Professional at Shilo Country Club in Westman, Manitoba. 

GC:       What prompted Shilo Country Club to host the CN Future Links Prairie
Championship?

DS:      We are a proud supporter of junior golf in Manitoba and regularly accommodate a number of regional qualifiers and tournaments. When we were presented with the opportunity to host the prestigious 2014 CN Future Links Prairie Championship, we jumped on board right away. This is very exciting for our facility, our staff, and our members at the Shilo CC. It’s an honor and a great chance to get involved with Golf Canada – we can’t wait for it to start.

GC:      What preparations have went into hosting this championship?

DS:      The staff and volunteers have worked very hard on the entire facility to showcase our course during this championship. Kudos to Karen Gero for undertaking the huge responsibility as Tournament Chair – she has made sure no small details have been overlooked or left out. We are poised and ready to host this championship and promise to leave a lasting impression on our guests and patrons. The golf course is in fantastic shape considering the late start we’ve had this season. The ground’s crews have worked very diligently on all areas of the course in preparation for this championship and we think it will certainly impress the golfers and the spectators this week.

GC:      What can players expect when they arrive at your club?

DS:      A friendly atmosphere and a warm welcoming. We pride ourselves on customer service and make it our goal to ensure everyone has an enjoyable experience at the Shilo Country Club. On the course you may encounter some wildlife, see some military guns, spot some fighter jets overhead, and may even hear the distant sound of canons going off. Being located on a military base is a very unique feature and certainly presents a different feel when you first arrive at the Shilo Country Club.

GC:      What do you think will challenge competitors the most?

DS:      The trade winds at the Shilo CC are certainly a major factor. We have a short, tricky layout that demands precise tee shots on several holes. Our greens present a separate challenge as they are typically very quick and undulated. The key to scoring at the Shilo CC is primarily ball placement and controlling your short game around the greens. You don’t have to be a long ball hitter to play well here.

GC:      Are there any significant holes or sections of the golf course that should provide excitement for the tournament?  

DS:      Holes 6 through 12 tagged “The Gauntlet” will certainly challenge the competitors. It’s the tightest and most narrow stretch of holes that demands extra focus and precise shot making. Our layout also finishes with back to back Par 5’s that can make it possible for a late charge.

GC:      What does hosting an event like this do for your local community?

DS:      The support from the local community has been fantastic. We have had several of our members and even some non-members volunteer to help during the championship. A local branch of the Cargill Company has donated some tee gifts for all of the juniors as well. It has been a team effort and we can’t thank our sponsors and volunteers enough.

GC:      What sets your club apart from others in the area, in terms of both the
course and/or its membership?

DS:      The Shilo Country Club is located on the C.F.B. Military Base, which certainly makes it unique and intriguing. We are a semi-private facility that has a membership made up of both military and civilian people, and our golf course is often recognized as the best manicured, while boasting the fastest greens in our area by far. The atmosphere is always fun and friendly at Shilo CC and we have a fantastic restaurant, RICK’s, in the clubhouse. RICK’s restaurant offers up pizza and pasta meals that are second to none.

GC:      What does your club do to encourage and engage your junior membership each season?

DS:      We are a very family oriented facility. We encourage junior golfers of all ages and often allow parents to bring their young ones along for a few shots or holes to help introduce them to the game. We have very reasonable junior membership rates and offer junior programs that help to attract some of the area’s best young golfers. Our team of Golf Professionals love working with juniors of all ages and skill. Our facility promotes junior CN Future Links programs and we really strive to “Grow the Game” in our area.

GC:     Why is hosting this championship important to the club?

DS:      It’s an honor to host this championship. It certainly brings our facility to the forefront in our area and we take pride in hosting large events like the CN Future Links Prairie Championship. To be selected as the host venue and to have the chance to watch the future stars of the game tee it up at your home club is very exciting and rewarding. We can’t wait to see how the competitors will manage our course and battle the prevailing winds.

GC:      What is your club looking forward to the most in hosting this
championship?

DS:      Meeting and greeting the young protégés and their families will be the highlight. Hosting an event like the CN Future Links Prairie Championship takes time, effort, and dedication from all of our staff and volunteers. We have all put a lot of hard work into this event and are looking forward to the week ahead. Seeing everyone come together and watch the championship unfold will be very fulfilling for our facility and our membership. We can’t wait to see the juniors challenge our course and enjoy the atmosphere at our club; it will be a memorable week for us for sure.

DOUG LAWRIE 

PGA of Canada Director of Instruction
Focus Golf Group, Burlington, ON
WEBSITE: focusgolfgroup.com
FACEBOOK:/FocusGolfGroup or /DougLHP
TWITTER: @FocusGolfGroup
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: “If they continue to fail and make mistakes they will learn this game faster than trying to be perfect every time,” Lawrie says. “There is only one way to fail…forward.”

The very first thing Lawrie, the 2012 PGA of Canada Junior Leader of the Year, does with new junior students is to literally get down to their level – many times on his knees – so they do not feel intimidated or scared. This is a key point with every child that enters his golf program. “They need to know that you have their best interest in mind and that they can relax and ask questions in a positive environment where they learn and have fun,” says Lawrie, who also received recognition earlier this year as one of the Top 50 junior golf instructors in the world from U.S. Kids. This past winter students attending the 46-year-old’s indoor academy at Burlington Fitness and Racquet Club played indoor tennis, trained with hula hoops and swung baseball bats, among other activities, to engage their bodies and minds. “If they aren’t having fun then I’m not doing my very best,” he says.

MATT PALSENBARG

PGA of Canada Director of Instruction
Northview G&CC, Surrey, BC
WEBSITE: tourperformancelab.com
FACEBOOK: /matthew.palsenbarg
TWITTER: @mattgolfLAB
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: “If at first you don’t succeed, listen to what your coach said the first time.”

When you join The Tour Performance LAB at Northview G&CC you are joining a team. It’s a different approach to learning about golf, but it’s working for Matt Palsenbarg as his players support each other at tournaments and LAB events. When a member of the team wins, everyone wins. As one of the core values for the lab, students spend a lot of time in the gym with fitness guru (and Golf Canada columnist) Jason Glass. “We see muscles popping out, fat disappears, they run and they start to get in shape. They feel like athletes and that’s a big thing because it gives them confidence,” says the 32-year-old Palsenbarg, who spent five years teaching the golf swing before transitioning into comprehensive coaching five years ago. Thirty-eight students are enrolled in the team-oriented, year-long coaching program that starts each September and another 60 students – with the goal of getting to 100 – take part in shorter programs throughout the year.

MITCH WALZ

PGA of Canada Assistant Professional
Canyon Meadows G&CC, Calgary, AB
WEBSITE: mwjuniorgolf.com
FACEBOOK: /mitch.walz
TWITTER: @walzygolf
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: A self-described “Star Wars nerd,” Mitch often pulls quotes from these epic movies for his students. One of his favorites is from Yoda: “Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose.” 

Walz, who began his golf career as a long drive competitor, believes that the best junior golf development programs must provide the framework for personal growth. His coaching programs ensure that all juniors, regardless of skill level and age, build foundational life skills such as honesty, integrity, accountability, responsibility and teamwork. Walz’s programs embrace healthy competition and physical and mental development. The 30-year-old works hard at being a strong mentor, but most of all he focuses on having fun! “We create an atmosphere where the kids have a blast and want to come back again and again,” he says. Off course activities have included paintball and a girls’ yoga night. Fifteen of his students organized a 72-hole golf challenge and raised.

BARI GOURLEY

Technical Director

Golf New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB
WEBSITE: golfnb.ca
FACEBOOK: /nbgolfers
TWITTER: @golfprobari
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: Choosing words from Ben Hogan, Bari tells her junior golfers, “The most important shot in golf is the next one.”

As a golf professional in New Brunswick for 25 years, Gourley has introduced tens of thousands of youngsters to the game she fell in love with as a six-year-old playing with her parents. “The greatest memories I have of my parents are playing golf with them and I hope children that I teach will look back on their youth and have those memories too,” says Gourley, named Junior Leader of the Year for 2013 for the PGA of Canada Atlantic Division. “My goal is to start them out and introduce them to a healthy active lifestyle that they will be able to play as parents and grandparents. They’re probably not going to get to the pro tours, but they certainly can enjoy golf with their friends and family.” In 2013, the 49-year-old drove the CN Future Links mobile van to clinics across New Brunswick, introduced the Golf in Schools program to teachers and students, and coached Team New Brunswick at the Canada Summer Games and Canadian Junior Girls Championship.

Westman, Man. – Shilo Country Club in Westman, Man., will play host to the third CN Future Links Championship event of 2014 – the CN Future Links Prairie Championship – which will be held May 29 – June 1, with a practice round being staged on Thursday, May 29.

The 54-hole stroke play championship will feature the country’s top junior golfers aged 11-18. Players will vie for titles in a Junior Boys and Junior Girls division, respectively.

“We are excited to see the results from this year’s CN Future Links Prairie Championship,” said Golf Canada Tournament Director Justine Decock, “It’s always exciting to watch someone defend their title; however, with so many fresh faces in the field this year, anything could happen.” 

Team Canada’s sole representative in the tournament will be Development Squad member Jaclyn Lee, 18, of Calgary, who is back to defend her CN Future Links Prairie title after winning the championship by three strokes in 2013. Lee has been an active competitor in the 2014 season thus far, playing in both the CN Future Links Pacific Championship and the Canadian Women’s Tour in British Columbia earlier this month. Also competing in the Junior Girls division will be 14-year old Alisha Lau of Richmond, B.C. Lau finished in fourth in 2014’s CN Future Links Pacific Championship. 

The Junior Boys division will feature a strong contingent of players from across the country. Returning competitors to the CN Future Links Prairie include: Corey Bailey, 16, of Shaunavon, Sask., Andrew Brown, 17, of Calgary, Alta., Ryan Ahrens, 16, of Peterborough, Ont., Jaesung Choi, 18, of Surrey, B.C., and Travis Fredborg, 18, of Selkirk, Man., all of who placed in the top-20 at last year’s competition. 

Shilo Country Club, otherwise known as “Westman’s Best 18”, previously played host to Golf Manitoba’s Regional Team Championship in 2013. Earlier this year, the club also hosted the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour, which is run by PGA of Canada professionals and offers junior golfers the opportunity to gain exposure to college golf programs. 

“We are very excited and honored to host the CN Future Links Prairie Championship this year,” said PGA of Canada Head Professional at Shilo Country Club, Dave Scinocca, “The course will be a great test of prairie golf for all of the competitors and we can’t wait for the championship to begin.  Good luck to everyone and we hope you enjoy your time with us at CFB Shilo, Manitoba.”

The top six competitors in the Junior Boys division of each CN Future Links Championship will earn exemptions into the 2014 Canadian Junior Boys Championship, which will be contested July 28 – August 1 at the Legends on the Niagara Battlefield course in Niagara Falls, Ont. The Junior Girls champion from each CN Future Links Championship will earn an exemption into the 2014 Canadian Junior Girls Championship which runs July 28 – August 1 at the Thornhill Golf and Country Club in Thornhill, Ont.  In addition, the champion receives an exemption into a 2015 Canadian Women’s Tour Event.  

The CN Future Links Junior Golf Championships are part of CN’s ongoing partnership with Golf Canada and their commitment to junior golf. Focused on supporting safe and fun activities that have a positive impact on children’s health and well being, CN’s investment into CN Future Links is helping to increase grassroots junior golf participation in communities across Canada.

The CN Future Links tournament schedule also includes the CN Future Links Western Championship (July 1-4 at Birchbank Golf Course in Trail, B.C.), the CN Future Links Québec Championship (July 7-10 at Club de golf Continental (St-Laurent) in Ste-Victoire de Sorel, Qué.), and the CN Future Links Atlantic Championship (July 13-16 at Humber Valley Resort (River Course) in Little Rapids, N.L.).

For more information on the 2014 CN Future Links Prairie Championship, click here.

In June 2013, the Golf Canada Calgary Centre was severely impacted by the mass flooding of the Bow River and the disaster that resulted from one of the worst floods in Alberta’s history. Among the many golf clubs and area business affected by the flooding, the Golf Canada Calgary Centre experienced an estimated $2.3 million in damages including a submerged 9 hole par 3 golf course, driving range and a completely destroyed 18 hole natural grass putting course.

On Friday, May 30th the Golf Canada Calgary Centre will show its appreciation for the many volunteers who worked incredibly hard last summer and over the past year to assist in the flood recovery. Without the efforts of these dedicated volunteers, the Golf Centre would not have been able to rebuild and recover so quickly.

“We are thrilled to be where we are today and we recognize we wouldn’t be here without the generous support from our community of volunteers” said Chad Rusnak, Director of Golf Operations at the Calgary Centre. “We cannot put into words how thrilled we are to see all our loyal patrons returning to the facility and its fully restored golf course. Our programs are in full swing and the sun has brought the traffic flow we have long awaited for through the challenging months”.

In addition to representatives from the Golf Canada Calgary Centre, Alberta Golf and the Alberta PGA, a pair of 2014 Sochi Winter Olympians will be on hand to celebrate the grand opening:

Alex Gough:
oTwo-time Winter Olympian in Luge
o2011 & 2013 World Championship bronze medalist (women’s singles)
o2013 World Championship silver medalist (team relay)
o2012 World Championship bronze medalist (team relay)

Mark Arendz:
oTwo-time Winter Olympian in Biathlon & Para-Nordic skiing
o2014 silver medalist (Men’s Biathlon 7.5 km) at 2014 Sochi Paralympics
o2014 bronze medalist (Men’s 12.5 km) at 2014 Sochi Paralympics
oFormer World Cup Paralympic Biathlon champion
o2013 World Champion in 7.5 km biathlon sprint

The celebration will run from 4-7pm and will feature a catered barbeque, free access to PGA of Canada professionals, as well as complimentary gifts from the team.

To read more on the Golf Canada Calgary centre, visit the website

BRAMPTON, Ont. – PGA of Canada professionals Jon Roy and Jeff Overholt have teamed up with Brampton Golf Club to officially launch the first ‘girls only’ National Junior Golf Development Centre (NJGDC).

NJGDCs are a joint initiative between Golf Canada and PGA of Canada professionals to offer juniors a permanent home to develop their skills and golfing interests. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, each centre accommodates those pursuing the competitive stream as well as those practicing for a more recreational approach to the sport.

In this case, Overholt & Roy are focused on providing young females the opportunity to focus on golf in a girls only setting. The welcoming atmosphere should help address any concern of a barrier for girls to enter the sport.

“We found there was an opportunity to create a structure to take girls’ golf games to the next level,” explained Overholt. “There’s a gap between the number of girls, especially at the competitive level, and we thought this program will help fix a disconnect we’ve seen. Other programs are already in place for different sports like hockey or baseball, but this is the first for golf.”

Brampton Golf Club will host an information night on June 2^nd between 6:30-8:30pm for all interested parents and juniors. Brittany Marchand, member of the National Women’s Amateur team, will be in attendance to endorse the program. Marchand is also a member at Brampton GC and is fresh off of competing at the NCAA Championship to close out her collegiate career at N.C. State.

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If you are a parent looking for a golf program in your area, consider using the look-up tool on the Golf Canada Juniors website. All NJGDCs, CN Future Links Facilities, and corresponding programs are listed based on proximity to the user’s postal code.

With the golf season in full swing, Golf Canada, the PGA of Canada and title sponsor CN are anxiously awaiting the CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge National Event.

Taking place on Sept. 27^th, the National event brings together the top juniors from across Canada who have achieved the highest scores in their respective age groups. All results are uploaded to a national leaderboard, making the results public so that juniors and parents can see how they stack up against the competition.

The CN Future Links team will invite 24 of the top scorers to attend the event at The Angus Glen Golf Club in Toronto, the site of the 2014 World Junior Girls Championship. The list of invitees will be split up as follows:

• Girls 11 and under (5 players)
• Boys 11 and under (5 players)
• Girls 12 to 14 (4 players)
• Boys 12 to 14 (4 players)
• Girls 15 to 18 (3 players)
• Boys 15 to 18 (3 players)

CN is proud to give juniors the chance to partake in friendly Skills Challenge events through the safe, affordable programming of CN Future Links. The National Event is a celebration for juniors across Canada to be involved with the experience of friendly competition against some of the country’s top juniors.

Each participant will receive a travel subsidy from CN of $500, along with a welcome package from Titleist valued at $200. The winners of each age group will also receive an additional package from Titleist, valued at $300.

In addition, the male and female winner of the 15-18 event will be given an exemption into their local 2015 CN Future Links Championship event. So far this season, Golf Canada has hosted two CN Future Links Championships (Pacific, Ontario), boasting some of the best junior talent from across Canada.

PGA of Canada instructors running CN Future Links are encouraged to host Skills Challenge events to help their aspiring juniors earn a ticket to the National Event.

For more information on the event, visit the website or contact Adam Hunter, program coordinator at Golf Canada.

Minett, Ont. – The competition proved to be tough in the second CN Future Links championship of the 2014 season, CN Future Links Ontario. Team Canada Development Squad member Naomi Ko, 16, of Victoria, B.C. and Sun Kim, 16, of L’Ile-Perrot, Que. claimed their division titles at The Rock Golf Club in Minett, Ont. on Sunday.

Ko claimed the Junior Girls title in a playoff after trailing runner-up finisher Selena Costabile, 15, of Thornhill, Ont. by one stroke over the course of the championship’s first two rounds. Ko finished the championship with a final score of 2-over-par 215 after rounds of 70-73-72. 

“I know that Selena is a great player so you never know what could happen in this kind of situation,” Ko said. “I think I had an advantage on the playoff hole because I was going for the green on two, so that was definitely a game changer. But they put some tough pin placements out there this week too.”

Ko has proved to be an exceptional amateur competitor, claiming third in the CN Future Links Pacific Championship, as well as a top-10 finish on the Canadian Women’s Tour earlier this month. Grace St-Germain , 15, of Ottawa placed third in this weekend’s championship, followed by Team Canada Development Squad member Valérie Tanguay in fifth. 

In the Junior Boys division, Kim faced equally tough competition. A tie with Tyler Saunders of Sturgeon County, Alta. in Friday’s first round then led to a lead by Saunders in yesterday’s second round of play. Kim continued his strong play during the final round, scoring 1-under-par 70 for a final 212 total after rounds of 69-73-70. 

“Off the tee it’s very challenging on this course,” Kim said, “Once you miss the fairway it’s really tough to recover, but I just stuck to my game plan and I think I played really well.” 

Trent Abraham, 18, of Burlington, Trevor Ranton, 17, of Waterloo, Ont. and Bryce Evon, 18, of Windsor, Ont. shared second place at 3-over-par 216.  Saunders shared fifth with Tyler Nagano, 15, of Toronto.

The top six competitors in the Junior Boys division of each of six regional CN Future Links Championship being held in 2014 earn exemptions into the 2014 Canadian Junior Boys Championship, which will be contested July 28 – August 1 at the Legends on the Niagara (Battlefield Course) in Niagara Falls, Ont. The Junior Girls champion from each 2014 CN Future Links Championship earns an exemption into the 2014 Canadian Junior Girls Championship which runs July 28 – August 1 at Thornhill Golf and Country Club in Thornhill, Ont. In addition, the Junior Girls champion receives an exemption into a 2014 Canadian Women’s Tour event.