Bayside, NS (June 29, 2015)- The CJGA Linkster tour made their first trip to the east coast this year in a tournament full of excitement. With spectacular scenery the CJGA Linksters took to the course in the hope of becoming victorious on the day.

Boys 11 – 13

In an incredibly tight division Jake Smith of Dartmouth, NS claimed first place winning by only one stroke. Patrick Cooke of Hammonds Plains, NS took home second place barely beating out Owen Canavan also from Hammonds Plains, NS who placed third.

Girls 10 – 13

Haley Baker of Halifax, NS was the champion for the CJGA Linkster girls on the day shooting a very impressive 81 (+9) for the tournament. In second place came Abbey Baker of Halifax, NS. 

Canadian Junior Golf Association

The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is a “registered Canadian amateur athletic association” (RCAAA) not-for-profit registered federally with Revenue Canada. The CJGA is dedicated to providing Canada’s junior golfers with the necessary skills and knowledge required to lay a foundation for a future in competitive golf.

Through its six-stage competitive development program that focuses on tournaments, clinics, international competitions, and mentoring programs with PGA Tour professionals, the CJGA introduces the game to juniors as young as five and offers competitive multi-day events for the more advanced golfer. The CJGA acts as a feeder system to provincial and national competitions, collegiate and university golf, as well as professional and recreational golf. For more information please visit www.cjga.com.

The Canadian Junior Golf Association is generously supported by its National Partner, Freedom 55 Financial, which provides financial security advice and planning for Canadians.

For Additional Information:

Chris Hawke

Tournament Operations Assistant

Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA)

chris.hawke@cjga.com