B.C.'s Zhao One Of Eight Champions Crowned At Junior Skills Challenge National Event
Via Golf Canada
MISSISSAUGA, ON (October 5, 2024) - The 15th edition of the Junior Skills Challenge National Event wrapped up on October 5th in Mississauga after 30 of the top Canadian junior golfers showcased their skills in one of Golf Canada’s signature junior events.
The event took place at Credit Valley Golf & Country Club which also played host to the World Junior Girls Golf Championship from September 30 – October 5.
The National Event culminates a year-long program consisting of 92 qualifying events across Canada and 1,600 participants who competed at the local level.
In partnership with Cobra-Puma Golf and the PGA of Canada, participants went head-to-head in a three-part (putting, chipping, and driving) competition:
Driving: each competitor received three drives with points awarded for distance and aim of the drive.
Chipping: each competitor received three shots for chipping with points awarded on distance of the chip from the target.
Putting: each competitor received one putt from each distance of 5, 10, and 20 feet with points awarded for holing the putt and proximity to the hole.
The winners for each division of the Junior Skills Challenge National Event received a brand-new putter courtesy of Cobra-Puma Golf.
Click HERE to see winners and complete article on Golf Canada website.