Berastegui took the title on the first playoff hole, to defeat Hilgers and clinch his second JGAA win in just over two months. At just 13 years old, Ellington continues to make waves and pile up a summer to remember.
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His victory marks a major milestone — the first time a JGAA player has captured the Boys 15–18 division title since Carlos Astiazarán in 2023.
Tso became the only player in the field to post two rounds in the 60s (66-66), finishing at 11-under par—his lowest 36-hole score ever in JGAA competition. Nguyen completes the ultimate comeback to come out on top.
Keep an eye out for more from O’Malley as he builds momentum on the AJGA tour and steps into his role at U of A.
Johnston beats Cruz Carter in a playoff; Helm earns second win of season.
JGAA alum Carlos Astiazaran adds another chapter to his story—clinching the 125th North & South Men’s Amateur Championship at the iconic Pinehurst No. 2 on June 28.
Arthurs finished at 11-under-par, one shot clear of Berastegui (-10), claiming his first win since 2021. At Viewpoint Golf Resort, Taylor Underhill of Gilbert took charge early and held on throughout the event.
Somani claimed his first victory of the 2025 season at 6-under. Lang got her redemption after a runner up finish last year.
The eighth grader delivered a breakout performance, firing a bogey-free 68 (-4) in the final round. Lyman came out on top after a tense battle with Evan Tyree.
With both champions earning their third victories of the season, the Player of the Year race continues to heat up as summer rolls on. Kaj Johnston of Scottsdale delivered a jaw-dropping final round, carding a course-record 62 (-10) to steal the win.
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