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Golf Ontario Reveals the 2025 Team Ontario Roster
Golf Ontario is thrilled to introduce the 2025 Team Ontario roster, showcasing 17 of the province’s top-performing U19 golfers. These exceptional athletes have earned their spots through outstanding skill, unwavering dedication, and impressive results. This year’s team features a strong mix of experience and fresh talent, with eight returning members and nine new athletes joining
Team Ontario alumni help Canada win bronze at The Spirit
Team Canada won the bronze medal in the combined men and women’s team competition along with another bronze in the women’s team competition at The Spirit International Amateur Golf Championship at Whispering Pines Golf Club in Trinity, Texas. Team Canada was represented by Vanessa Borovilos of Etobicoke, Ont., Lauren Kim of Surrey, B.C., Ashton McCulloch
Frost Delays – What Every Golfer Should Know
How often your morning is affected by frost delays depends not just on the weather, but a variety of factors. Here’s what every golfer should know about frost: Crunchy grass is vulnerable to damage Golf course turf is normally resilient to traffic, but when ice crystals form inside the plants, they become brittle. Walking or
Keep Swinging! Join Our Women’s Indoor Golf Events
As the outdoor season wraps up, it’s time to keep the momentum going indoors! Thank you for an amazing season of Trying, Learning, and Playing Golf with us. Your enthusiasm has made this year unforgettable. We’re excited to announce our Indoor Golf Schedule—the perfect way to refine your skills and stay sharp for next season. Just
Year-round dedication powers the next generation of golf talent
By Dalton Finkbeiner Golf season is winding down for most recreational players across the country. For high-performance athletes, however, the grind never stops. That is the case for members of Team Ontario, who recently wrapped up their first camp of the so-called “off-season.” Team Ontario athletes engage with the provincial high-performance coaches year-round. During the
Level 2 Rules of Golf Program Now Open for Registration!
Golf Ontario’s Level 2 Rules of Golf Program provides an in-depth, intuitive approach to understanding the key concepts, procedures, and outcomes of today’s game, with a focus on practical application for referees, tournament administrators, and golfers. Designed for those looking to become provincial referees, PGA professionals, or enhance their rules knowledge, the program covers Rules
1,000 Thank Yous for Making the 1000 Ball Challenge a Success!
Golf Ontario is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the 1000 Ball Challenge, which raised an incredible $77,835! Thanks to the unwavering support of our golf community, generous donors, and dedicated participants, all the funds raised this season will make a profound difference in advancing golf participation for more people in Ontario for many
Head-to-Head Playoff Thrills at the 2024 Ontario Provincial Super Camp & Junior Tour Championship - Golf Ontario
The 2024 Ontario Provincial Super Camp & Junior Tour Championship concluded in a head-to-head playoff at Black Bear Ridge. Boys' Division The rain was coming down as Rylan Hall of Team Ontario and Whistle Bear Golf Club played off against Team Canada's Luke Smith of The Thornhill Club on hole 18. After making the winning
World Junior Girls Golf Championship coming to Credit Valley G&CC - Golf Ontario
Golf Canada has set an impressive stretch goal of having 30 professional golfers at the highest levels of the sport by 2032. The World Junior Girls Golf Championship is a huge part of that target. Credit Valley Golf and Country Club will host the international tournament from Sept. 30 to Oct. 5, with 24 teams
Golf Ontario Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers at Annual Appreciation Days - Golf Ontario
At this year's Volunteer Appreciation Days across Ontario, Golf Ontario paid tribute to the incredible efforts of our more than 250 volunteers. As part of the three celebrations (which took place in September at Craigowan Golf Club, Wooden Sticks Golf Course and Brockville Country Club), we proudly revealed the 2024 recipients of the Volunteer of
Father-Son Duo Triumphs at Ontario Men’s Better Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
Cam and Charlie Burke were crowned the Champions at Oakdale Golf & Country Club, capturing the Ontario Men’s Better Ball Championship. Coming in hot off this year's Ontario and Canadian Men’s Mid-Am championship wins, Cam and his father Charlie emerged victorious after defeating Connor Rochon and Owen Allen (Weston Golf & Country Club) in an intense six-hole
Brampton Golf Club to Host 2024 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
The Brampton Golf Club will host this year’s Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship on September 26th. The one-day event will feature 56 two-man teams competing for the championship title in a better-ball format. First held in 1982, the Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship is open to players aged 55 and older as of the tournament
One Week Left to Chip In: 1000 Ball Challenge closes on October 31st
As we approach the conclusion of this year’s 1000 Ball Challenge, Golf Ontario wants to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated, donated, and supported this one-of-a-kind golf fundraiser such a success this season! Whether you hit the greens yourself, encouraged others, or supported from the sidelines, your contributions have made a real
Oakdale Set to Host Men’s Better Ball - Golf Ontario
Oakdale Golf and Country Club is set to host the Ontario Men’s Better-Ball Championship on October 7th. This prestigious, one-day competition will see 56 two-man teams battle for the championship title in the better-ball format. Established in 1959, the Ontario Men’s Better-Ball Championship has a long history at Oakdale Golf and Country Club—also the site
Champions Crowned at Ontario Senior Men’s Better Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
The top two ranked senior men’s amateur golfers in the province triumphed Thursday at Brampton Golf Club, capturing the Ontario Senior Men’s Better Ball Championship. The duo of Dave Bunker (Cherry Hill Club) and Rob Cowan (Westmount Golf and Country Club) emerged victorious after defeating Dan Keogh (Toronto Golf Club) and Nigel Hollidge (Taboo Resort)
The Fifth Annual Ontario Super Camp and Tour Championship Set to Begin at Black Bear Ridge - Golf Ontario
The fifth annual Ontario Super Camp and Tour Championship kicks off this weekend in Belleville at Black Bear Ridge Golf Course and Resort. More than 60 junior golfers, each earning their invitation based on the Junior Golf Pathway Rankings, will compete for top honors and the prestigious Dave Mills Trophy. The four-day event includes the
Father-Son Duo Triumphs at Ontario Men’s Better Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
Cam and Charlie Burke were crowned the Champions at Oakdale Golf & Country Club, capturing the Ontario Men’s Better Ball Championship. Coming in hot off this year's Ontario and Canadian Men’s Mid-Am championship wins, Cam and his father Charlie emerged victorious after defeating Connor Rochon and Owen Allen (Weston Golf & Country Club) in an intense six-hole
Oakdale Set to Host Men’s Better Ball - Golf Ontario
Oakdale Golf and Country Club is set to host the Ontario Men’s Better-Ball Championship on October 7th. This prestigious, one-day competition will see 56 two-man teams battle for the championship title in the better-ball format. Established in 1959, the Ontario Men’s Better-Ball Championship has a long history at Oakdale Golf and Country Club—also the site
Golf Ontario Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers at Annual Appreciation Days - Golf Ontario
At this year's Volunteer Appreciation Days across Ontario, Golf Ontario paid tribute to the incredible efforts of our more than 250 volunteers. As part of the three celebrations (which took place in September at Craigowan Golf Club, Wooden Sticks Golf Course and Brockville Country Club), we proudly revealed the 2024 recipients of the Volunteer of
Champions Crowned at Ontario Senior Men’s Better Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
The top two ranked senior men’s amateur golfers in the province triumphed Thursday at Brampton Golf Club, capturing the Ontario Senior Men’s Better Ball Championship. The duo of Dave Bunker (Cherry Hill Club) and Rob Cowan (Westmount Golf and Country Club) emerged victorious after defeating Dan Keogh (Toronto Golf Club) and Nigel Hollidge (Taboo Resort)
Head-to-Head Playoff Thrills at the 2024 Ontario Provincial Super Camp & Junior Tour Championship - Golf Ontario
The 2024 Ontario Provincial Super Camp & Junior Tour Championship concluded in a head-to-head playoff at Black Bear Ridge. Boys' Division The rain was coming down as Rylan Hall of Team Ontario and Whistle Bear Golf Club played off against Team Canada's Luke Smith of The Thornhill Club on hole 18. After making the winning
Brampton Golf Club to Host 2024 Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
The Brampton Golf Club will host this year’s Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship on September 26th. The one-day event will feature 56 two-man teams competing for the championship title in a better-ball format. First held in 1982, the Ontario Senior Men’s Better-Ball Championship is open to players aged 55 and older as of the tournament
The Fifth Annual Ontario Super Camp and Tour Championship Set to Begin at Black Bear Ridge - Golf Ontario
The fifth annual Ontario Super Camp and Tour Championship kicks off this weekend in Belleville at Black Bear Ridge Golf Course and Resort. More than 60 junior golfers, each earning their invitation based on the Junior Golf Pathway Rankings, will compete for top honors and the prestigious Dave Mills Trophy. The four-day event includes the
World Junior Girls Golf Championship coming to Credit Valley G&CC - Golf Ontario
Golf Canada has set an impressive stretch goal of having 30 professional golfers at the highest levels of the sport by 2032. The World Junior Girls Golf Championship is a huge part of that target. Credit Valley Golf and Country Club will host the international tournament from Sept. 30 to Oct. 5, with 24 teams
Trophies Captured at the Ontario Women’s & Senior Women’s Four-Ball Championship - Golf Ontario
The 2024 Ontario Women’s & Senior Women’s Four-Ball Championship at the Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto saw interesting finishes all around. The women’s division was won by Team Ontario's very own Angela Cai + Emily McKee (Heron Point Golf Links, St. George's Golf and Country Club). The pair finished the round with 5-under-par for a
Women’s & Senior Women’s Four-Ball Heads to the Historic Ladies’ GC of Toronto - Golf Ontario
The prestigious Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto will host the Ontario Women’s & Senior Women’s Four-Ball Championship on Monday, celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2024. The event features 44 two-player teams divided into women’s and senior women’s divisions competing in a four-ball format. Founded in 1924 by the legendary Ada Mackenzie, an Ontario Golf Hall
Golf Ontario Career Opportunity— Director, Human Resources & EDI - Golf Ontario
A new, full-time career opportunity is available at Golf Ontario. To learn more about the Director, Human Resources & EDI role, CLICK HERE. The role summary is as follows: As an experienced Human Resources Leader, the Director, Human Resources (HR) & EDI will have a passion for building culture and collaborating with key stakeholders in
The Junior Golf Drive Auction is LIVE! Bid on Exclusive Prizes Now! - Golf Ontario
The wait is over—Junior Golf Drive is back, and we’re excited to announce that the online auction is officially LIVE! This is your chance to bid on ultra-exclusive foursomes at some of Ontario’s top golf courses, unique collectibles, sports tickets, new golf equipment, and much more—all while supporting the future of junior golf. Why Bid? Every dollar
Pendrith, Conners, Hughes named to International Team for upcoming Presidents Cup - Golf Ontario
Ontario's own Taylor Pendrith, Corey Conners and Mackenzie Hughes have been named to the International Team’s for the upcoming Presidents Cup in Montreal. It’s the first time three Canadians have played in the prestigious international event at the same time. Canadian golf legend and Ontario Golf Hall of Fame member Mike Weir used three of his six captain’s
Call for Expressions of Interest: Board of Directors - Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario, the Provincial Sport Organization for Golf, is currently seeking interested individuals to serve on the Board of Directors for a three-year term commencing February 2025. If you have a strong passion for the sport of golf and believe that it can contribute to building healthy communities, we would like to hear from you.
Ontario Public Amateur Presented by Baka Mobile Sees Two New Winners Crowned - Golf Ontario
The final round of the 55th Ontario Public Amateur Championship presented by Baka Mobile from Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club saw interesting finishes all around. The men’s Gross and ‘A’ Flight divisions were won by none other than Tangle Creek’s very own Josh Taylor, who had two very impressive rounds of play, shooting 2-under-par-70
Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club Hosting Ontario Public Amateur Presented by Baka Mobile - Golf Ontario
The 2024 Ontario Public Amateur Championship presented by Baka Mobile heads to Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club August 29 – 30. The event will see 109 public golfers, the most in Ontario Public Amateur Championship history, compete in four sperate flighted divisions. The men will play in three flighted divisions—the ‘A’ flight division will
Donate Today and Win 1,000 Golf Balls! - Golf Ontario
Golf Ontario is launching an exciting new raffle that every golfer will want to be a part of. For a donation of just $20 to the 1000 Ball Challenge, you can enter for a chance to win 1,000 TaylorMade TP5/X golf balls—a prize valued at $7,000! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to stock
Special Olympian Fundraising for Adaptive Golf in Ontario Through 1000 Ball Challenge - Golf Ontario
Mikey “Rocco” DiRaddo, a former Special Olympic golfer, is making waves by launching Golf Fore All Abilities earlier this year—a vision he's held for a long time. Golf Fore All Abilities aims to bring golf opportunities to youth in schools across the Niagara region, with plans to continue expanding for weeks and months to come.
Dramatic Final Round at the 2024 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys and Girls Championship - Golf Ontario
The 2024 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys and Girls Championship concluded in thrilling fashion at Hollinger Golf Club. Boys' Division In an unforgettable comeback, Dawson Lew of Team Ontario and Wyndance Golf Club claimed the prestigious Mike Weir Trophy. Entering the final round nine strokes behind the leader, Lew delivered a stunning performance, carding a 7-under-par
Ontario Juvenile Championships Head to Hollinger Golf Club - Golf Ontario
The 2024 Ontario Juvenile (U17) Boys and Girls Championship heads to Hollinger Golf Club in Timmins August 19 – 21. The top 60 boys and 30 girls aged 17-and-under compete in 54-hole stroke play for the Mike Weir and Sandra Post trophies. Notable past winners of the Ontario Juvenile Girls Championship include Alena Sharp (1996), Jessica Shepley
Horn and Mitchell claim victories at Indigenous Ontario Championship - Golf Ontario
The third annual Indigenous Ontario Championship concluded Wednesday afternoon with exciting finishes in the final round at MontHill Golf & Country Club. This year’s championship saw more than 110 players from more than 60 First Nations compete from across Canada as well as the U.S. Taking the reigns on the men’s side for the second
Doornekamp and Xing Capture The 2024 Ontario Peewee U13 Championship at Victoria Park East Golf Club - Golf Ontario
Sarah Xing of Players Club- Ottawa on the girl’s side and Wilson Doornekamp of Cataraqui Golf & Country Club in the boy’s division are both walking away with new hardware this week. Xing pulled off impressive scores of 73 and 69. While Doornekamp stayed on top both days shooting 66 and 71. The intense competition
LPGA Amateur Golf Association Growing Women’s Participation in Golf Through 1000 Ball Challenge - Golf Ontario
LPGA Amateurs is made up of over 15,500 women of all golf abilities and provides playing and learning opportunities for women of all ages through local and national events. The association is taking further action to grow women’s participation programs by raising money through the 1000 Ball Challenge and the Golf For All Fund. The