Easley, SC (November 12, 2023) – Cold and rainy conditions presented quite the challenge for 83 junior golfers at Southern Oaks. In the Girls 13-18 division, Addison Parker (Gaffney, SC) posted a final round score of four over-par (76) en route to her SCJGA Players Series victory at Southern Oaks. The 2025 graduate made two birdies to go along with six bogeys to post a tournament total score of thirteen-over par (157). Parker went on to record a three-stroke victory over runner-up Ella Kate Barnett (Galivants Ferry, SC).
In the Boys 13-18 Division, Spartanburg’s Casey Kosney began the day two strokes back of the leader, Dylan Park (Easley, SC). Kosney then overcame the deficit with a superb final round of three-under-par (69) and weekend total of five-under-par to claim victory at Southern Oaks. Proceeding a scorecard playoff, placing runner-up was Anderson’s Erik Erlenkeuser with a final round of two-over-par (74) and even-par-total or the tournament (144).
The SCJGA would like to extend a special thanks to Southern Oaks Golf Club for their hosting of the SCJGA Players Series!
About the South Carolina Junior Golf Association
The purpose of the South Carolina Junior Golf Association is to continue the history and traditions of the ancient game of golf through its members and an active outreach to the youth of our state. Established in 1990 by community leaders with a love for the game and a commitment to passing on golf’s heritage to the youth of South Carolina, the SCJGA is committed to meeting the needs of all young people in the state and providing playing opportunities to boys and girls that might not otherwise have the chance to experience golf and its many benefits. Through affordable opportunities of play, instruction and competition, juniors of all ages, walks of life and skill levels will be touched by the character of the game. It helps to teach them honor, sportsmanship and respect and makes them better prepared to face the challenges ahead in life.
For more information about the South Carolina Junior Golf Association, visit www.scjga.org
