Toronto, ON – June 6, 2025 — The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) is proud to celebrate and recognize the outstanding accomplishments of its alumni who are competing in the 2025 RBC Canadian Open. As Canada’s National Junior Golf Association, the CJGA has long been a foundation for young Canadian talent, and this year’s Canadian Open field is a powerful reminder of the impact CJGA programming has had in shaping the careers of many of the country’s top golfers.

From major champions to rising stars, a remarkable 21 former CJGA players have earned their place in Canada’s premier professional golf championship. Their presence is not only a testament to their dedication, hard work, and talent—but also to the long-standing mission of the CJGA to develop young players into well-rounded athletes who can compete on the global stage.

Among the CJGA alumni currently competing in the 2025 RBC Canadian Open:

·        Taylor Pendrith (-5)

·        Nick Taylor (-4)

·        Adam Hadwin (-3)

·        Hunter Thompson (-3)

·        Brett Webster (-2)

·        Matthew Scobie (-2)

·        Ben Silverman (-2)

·        Mackenzie Hughes (-2)

·        Justin Matthews (-1)

·        AJ Ewart (-1)

·        Corey Conners (E)

·        Roger Sloan (E)

·        Matthew Anderson (E)

·        Ashton McCulloch (+1)

·        Myles Creighton (+1)

·        Matthew Javier (+1)

·        Sudarshan Yellamaraju (+1)

·        Cougar Collins (+2)

·        Adam Svensson (+3)

·        Wes Heffernan (+5)

·        Mark Hoffman (+5)

“We are incredibly proud of each and every one of these athletes,” said Earl Fritz, CEO and Shayne Dysart, Director of Operations for the CJGA. “To see so many of our former players competing at the highest level, in our National Open, is a testament to their journey and to the developmental opportunities provided through the CJGA. From local junior tournaments to international exposure, these players have truly carried the CJGA legacy into the professional ranks.”

For over 30 years, the CJGA has provided a competitive platform for Canadian juniors to grow their skills and build the foundation needed for success in golf and in life. Seeing this group of former juniors now making their mark on the PGA TOUR and beyond is a proud moment for the organization and all who have supported it.

As these players continue their Canadian Open campaigns, the CJGA community—past, present, and future—will be cheering them on, knowing that their journey began on Canadian fairways as young, ambitious junior golfers.