TJGT Fayetteville Junior Showcases Young Talent at Historic Highland Country Club

The Tarheel Junior Golf Tour (TJGT) returned to the Donald Ross–designed Highland Country Club for the 3rd TJGT Fayetteville Junior, held November 1–2, 2025. The event brought together many of the region’s most promising junior golfers for two days of competitive play on one of North Carolina’s classic layouts.

Local favorite Nate Horne of Fayetteville, NC, delivered an impressive performance in the High School Division, firing rounds of 71-70 to finish at 3-under-par (141) and secure a five-shot victory. Horne’s steady play and command of the course stood out in challenging conditions, marking one of the most dominant wins of the fall season.

In the Middle School Division, Simon Hall of Cary, NC, continued his strong play on the TJGT circuit, holding off a late charge from the field with rounds of 72-79 to win by a single shot. His consistency and composure down the stretch earned him another well-deserved title.

Parker Cryan of Pinehurst, NC, claimed the Future Stars Division with back-to-back rounds of 78-78, finishing two shots clear of the field. Cryan’s steady ball striking and short-game touch carried him to victory among a talented group of emerging young players.

The TJGT extends its sincere appreciation to Highland Country Club Director of Golf Micah Vugrinec, Course Superintendent Chris Hobbs, and the entire club staff and membership for their warm hospitality and continued support of junior golf. Their efforts ensured a first-class experience for all players and families.

The Tarheel Junior Golf Tour, part of the Drip Golf family, continues to provide high-level tournament experiences for junior golfers across the Carolinas and beyond—helping players build confidence, friendships, and competitive excellence through the game of golf.

Tournament Results

High School Division (6,644 yards, par 72)
Place Name Total
1 Nate Horne, Fayetteville, NC, 2029 71-70-141
2 Gabe Parkin, Four Oaks, NC, 2029 74-72-146
3 Jack Gibbs, Johns Creek, GA, 2026 76-73-149
4 William Neff, Fayetteville, NC, 2027 75-78-153
5 Walker Worth IV, Fayetteville, NC, 2027 75-79-154
6 Charlie Leichtweis, Charlotte, NC, 2028 79-76-155
T7 Oliver Sean, Pinehurst, NC, 2030 79-84-163
T7 Jonathan Dewey, Charlotte, NC, 2029 79-84-163
9 Michael Dillow, Arlington, VA, 2027 82-83-165
10 Evan Crooks, Fuquay Varina, NC, 2027 80-86-166
11 Jake Stephens, Raleigh, NC, 2027 84-83-167
T12 Brooks Russell, Charlotte, NC, 2029 85-83-168
T12 Michael Shea, Charlotte, NC, 2029 85-83-168
T12 Henry Anderson, Bluffton, SC, 2029 85-83-168
T15 Alexander Wilson, Charlotte, NC, 2029 85-84-169
T15 Paul Hosseinzadeh, Summerfield, NC, 2028 82-87-169
17 Stephen Strong, Charlotte, NC, 2027 91-79-170
18 Parker Hayes, Fayetteville, NC, 2029 81-90-171
T19 Colin Rushlow, Lake Wylie, SC, 2028 88-85-173
T19 Shane Shuster, Chapel Hill, NC, 2027 82-91-173
21 Mac Woodard, Apex, NC, 2028 85-89-174
T22 Caleb Joseph, Charlotte, NC, 2027 90-85-175
T22 Nicolas Burgos, Raleigh, NC, 2028 85-90-175
24 Hill Gesing, Charlotte, NC, 2029 92-85-177
25 Kenley Welborn, Pink Hill, NC, 2026 92-87-179
T26 Cole Shuster, Chapel Hill, NC, 2028 91-89-180
T26 Ashton Leonard, Fayetteville, NC, 2028 84-96-180
28 Oliver Omohundro, Greensboro, NC, 2026 93-95-188
29 Ross Gibson, Abingdon, VA, 2029 102-98-200
Jack DuBose, Clinton, NC, 2027 92-WDI
William McClatchey, Raleigh, NC, 2027 82-WDI
Middle School Division (5,910 yards, par 72)
1 Simon Hall, Cary, NC, 2031 72-79-151
2 Luke Valkovics, Pinehurst, NC, 2031 73-79-152
3 Simon Myers, Durham, NC, 2031 78-75-153
T4 Connor Christensen, Charlotte, NC, 2032 79-75-154
T4 Dominik Slovak, Jamestown, NC, 2030 77-77-154
T4 Jennings Erwin, Raleigh, NC, 2031 77-77-154
T4 Ryan Boudwin, Pinehurst, NC, 2030 74-80-154
8 Morgan Bayko, Fort Mill, SC, 2031 76-82-158
9 Charles Chopping, Southern Pines, NC, 2031 83-80-163
T10 Davis Townsend, Fayetteville, NC, 2032 82-82-164
T10 Tanner Purser, Fayetteville, NC, 2031 81-83-164
12 Foster Page, Fayetteville, NC, 2031 79-87-166
13 Jaxson Sharp, Newton, NC, 2031 83-86-169
14 Elijah Johnson, Charlotte, NC, 2030 86-86-172
15 Brody Hill, Hope Mills, NC, 2030 99-105-204
Future Stars (5,171 yards, par 72)
1 Parker Cryan, Pinehurst, NC, 2032 78-78-156
2 Benjamin Doughty, Raleigh, NC, 2033 80-78-158
3 Shailen Mehta, Raleigh, NC, 2032 87-93-180
4 Hank Hopper, Fayetteville, NC, 2033 91-102-193
5 Hicks Hopper, Fayetteville, NC, 2035 102-104-206
6 Tune Nunnelee, Wilmington, NC, 2034 125-119-244

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