2026 Ontario U13 and U15 Championships conclude with four new champions
Golf Ontario
LEAMINGTON, ON: Four provincial champions were crowned this week at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club as the 2026 Ontario U13 and U15 Championships brought together the province’s top young golfers.
The newly combined championship saw U13 competitors complete 36 holes on Thursday, while the U15 field battled through 54 holes before concluding Friday. Across the four divisions, players delivered standout performances and put their skills to the test on Erie Shores’ historic layout during its 100th anniversary season.
With provincial titles on the line, the championships provided an opportunity for Ontario’s rising junior golfers to add their names to the record books and take another step forward in their competitive journeys.
The U15 Champions: Grace (HyunYi) Kim & Gerry Kou
Girls:
The U15 Girls’ Championship saw Grace (HyunYi) Kim of Glen Cairn Golf Club claim the U15 Girls’ provincial title following a strong and consistent performance at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club.
Kim showcased her consistency throughout the 54-hole championship, carding rounds of 70, 72, and 72 to finish with a total score of 214 (+1). Fresh off an 8th place finish at last week’s Ontario Junior Girls’ Amateur Championship, Kim continued her strong run with another impressive performance on the provincial stage.
Avery McGuire finished in second place with a final score of 215 (+2), while Amanda Zhang secured third place at 216 (+3). With just two strokes separating the top three finishers, the U15 Girls’ Championship delivered a competitive finish from start to finish.
Boys:
Gerry Kou of Summit Golf & Country Club saved his best for last, closing out the U15 Boys’ Championship with a final-round performance that secured him the provincial title at Erie Shores.
Kou opened the championship with rounds of 69 and 70 before firing a final-round 64, the lowest score of his week, to finish at 203 (-10). Remaining under par in all three rounds, Kou showcased impressive consistency and composure throughout the 54-hole championship.
William Chen pushed Kou throughout the week, finishing just one stroke behind with a total score of 204 (-9) to earn runner-up. Dustin Zhao rounded out the top three, finishing at 206 (-7).
The U13 Champions: Zhixin Lu & Stellan Raycroft
Girls:
The U13 Girls’ Championship saw Zhixin Lu (The Thornhill Club) deliver a dominant performance to claim the U13 Girls provincial title.
Fresh off a T5 finish at last week’s Ontario Junior Girls’ Amateur Championship, Lu carried that momentum into Erie Shores, opening with a 64 before following it with a 65 to finish at 129 (-13) and secure the championship.
Lanai Park and Angelina He finished tied for second at 143 (+1), 14 strokes behind Lu.
Boys:
The U13 Boys’ Championship came down to a closely contested battle over 36 holes, with Stellan Raycroft of Kingsville Golf & Country Club emerging as U13 Boys’ champion.
Raycroft opened with a 68 before carding a 70 in the second round, finishing at 138 (-4) to claim the provincial title. Nathan Khera finished just one stroke back at 139 (-3), while Derek Zhao placed third at 141 (-1).
With only three strokes separating the top three, the leaderboard remained highly competitive throughout the two rounds, with players moving up and down the standings as the championship unfolded.
The 2026 Ontario U13 and U15 Championships showcased the strength of Ontario’s junior golf community, with athletes delivering outstanding performances and competing at a high level throughout the week. The championship provided a valuable opportunity for players to test their skills, gain experience, and continue their competitive journeys.
Thank You Erie Shores Golf & Country Club
Golf Ontario extends a sincere thank you to the volunteers, officials, and Erie Shores Golf & Country Club staff for their outstanding hospitality and dedication in hosting the 2026 Ontario U13 and U15 Championships. Their support helped provide a memorable championship experience for Ontario’s next generation of golfers during Erie Shores’ 100th anniversary season.
