LOUISVILLE, KY (June 3, 2025) - The 2025 Boys 11-13 & 9-Hole Boys and Girls Junior PGA Championship wrapped up Tuesday at Quail Chase Golf Course, where Max DeHaven of Hardinsburg took the title in the Boys 11-13 Division. DeHaven posted an impressive 2-under-par 142, with rounds of 72 and 70. He made a strong showing on the back nine during round one, carding four birdies and straight pars. In round two, he added three birdies and an eagle on #14 to secure the win.

Rex Shieh of Louisville finished in second place with a score of 84-74—158 after rounds of 84 and 74, including three birdies during round two.

In the Boys 10 & Under Division (9 Holes), Hagan Newton of Berea captured the victory with a 3-under-par 69. Newton posted rounds of 32 and 37, beginning strong with four birdies and straight pars in round one. He added a birdie on #6 during round two to seal his win.

Jamison Welch of Georgetown finished in second place with an 41-42—83, including birdies on #2 and #9 during round two.

The Girls 10 & Under Division (9 Holes) saw Madeline Sherertz of Georgetown take the top spot with an impressive 1-under-par 71. Sherertz posted rounds of 37 and 34, with a birdie on #9 during round one and four birdies in round two.

Bella Wang of Louisville placed second with an 37-34—71, making a birdie on #6 during round one.

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The Junior Tour extends its sincere gratitude to Quail Chase Golf Course; Blake Hardesty, PGA Head Golf Professional; Olivia Hardesty, PGA, LPGA Director of Instruction; Will Cox, Assistant Golf Professional, and its entire staff for their invaluable assistance in hosting this event.

The Junior Tour looks forward to the upcoming 2025 SEAY Motors One Day Series at Henry County Country Club. Click here to view the full Junior Tour event schedule. 

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