Junior Masters Grand Final rounds off in style
FORMAT: 18-hole nett stroke play
Close House’s commitment to junior golf was re-emphasised as it latest Junior Masters Grand Final attracted its biggest ever field.
The competition, which is supported by the club attached professional Lee Westwood, was launched in 2017 and this year there were nine qualifying events across the North of England and Scotland ahead of last week’s finale, when 68 talented juniors tackled the Colt course in three age-group categories (12 and under, 15 and under and 18 and under).
“I am a really proud supporter of the Junior Masters,” said Westwood. “They are great events, played at some top courses in the UK.
“Providing young golfers with competitive opportunities is invaluable and everyone involved in these events is extremely committed to supporting junior golf. It is a privilege to be involved.”
Jonathan Lupton, Managing Director at Close House, added: “The Junior Masters series is a huge part of Close House’s efforts to help develop the future generations of golfers, giving youngsters an invaluable opportunity to play competitive golf.
The nine qualifying events were at:
• May 30: Worksop GC (Nottinghamshire) on May 30
• May 31: Close House (Northumberland) on May 31
• July 22: Middlesbrough (Yorkshire)
• August 4: Lancaster (Lancashire)
• August 22: Durham City (Durham)
• August 23: Brampton (Cumbria)
• August 25: Bradford (Yorkshire)
• September 4: Ladybank (Fife)
• September 4: Thonock Park (Lincolnshire)
“From personal experience it’s fantastic to give these juniors the chance to play the final on a championship standard golf course, whilst also having fun and enjoying the event.”
Kenwick Park’s Abigail Scott came out on top in the youngest age group while Oliver Goodison of The Bradford (15s) and Blackwell Grange’s Joe Mulroy (18s) were the other winners.
In addition to hosting a qualifying event and the final, Close House has also given free school coaching to children at 15 local schools.
The 2022 events also saw PING Europe continue its support of the tournament, providing all the prizes at the grand final.