The fourth Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT) event in Saskatchewan took place on the weekend at Tor Hill Golf Course in Regina.

It was a big weekend for the Lee family out of the Queen City, both Yuna and Jun were winners in their respective age groups.

Yuna won the 15 – 19 year-old women’s division with a 36 hole score of 157 after rounds of 78 and 79. Tayla Perry, also of Regina was second at 160 (85, 75).

Arwen Mosher (Saskatoon) and Miranda Merriman (La Ronge) tied for third at 169.

Jun won the under-15 men’s division by a solid seven shots with a two day score of 150 (72 78).

Kai Axten of Redvers tied Swift Current’s Jace Munro for second place at 157. Jett Meckolborg of Riverside Estates was in the hunt for a podium spot at 160 placing fourth.

In the under-15 women’s category Alyxa Melsted continued her perfect season with a win in every event entered. The Wynyard Golf Club member is four for four as she won the tournament by 13 shots. Melsted shot 88 in round one and 80 in the second round.

Tied for second at 181 was Clara Zhang of Saskatoon and Calgary’s Alexis Leung.

Speaking of perfect seasons, Hudson Deibert of Regina is also batting .1000 in the win department. He outpaced the under-13 division by 13 shots over Jackson Orr of Corman Park with a score of 148 (74, 74).

The win is Deibert’s is his fourth this year in four events. Cohen Bridge of Saskatoon was third just behind Orr at 162.

The overall men’s championship came down to a playoff between Jace Olson of Humboldt and Austin Nesbitt of Pilot Butte with Olson coming out on top on the second hole.

Both players were tied at 150 through 36 holes before settling the under-17 and overall championship on the men’s side.

Chrstian Leung of Calgary rounded out the top three in the under-17 category.

Saskatoon’s Kolton Spenst was the top uner-19 shooter finishing at 154 (79, 75). The next under-19 player was Dayton Vickaryous of Moose Jaw at 159 (81, 78).

Cody Ross of the R.M. of Dundurn placed third at 160 (78 82).

To see the full results click here.

Next up on the Saskatchewan Junior Order of Merit Tour (OMT) is back at Tor Hill with the Notah Begay III series starting on July 2.

(All photos courtesy MJT)

After leaving a set of “cheap and ugly” alignment sticks on a driving range in his hometown, Carter Bell’s young company is on the straight and narrow.

Bell pitched the idea to his engineer girlfriend at the time, now fiancé Brooke about some wooden sticks to replace the ones he lost for his upcoming birthday. Her skills allowed her to make a set, and as they say, the rest is history.

That was two years ago, and now Twin Arrows products can be found in clubs as far as Humber Valley in Newfoundland, one of the top 10 clubs in Canada.

On the day Bell, a four-year University of Regina student and one of the original members of the Cougars men’s golf team, launches a new website, Golf Saskatchewan spoke with the young entrepreneur.

Hear about his start in golf, the process to fulfil orders, and where this venture could possibly lead.

Logan Chernoff and Rick Hallberg are the 2026 Crocus Open champions following the event this past weekend in Weyburn at the 67 Golf Course.

Chernoff fired back-to-back rounds of 71 and was the lone player in the field to shoot under par finishing at 2-under par, 142. The Estevan product was two shots better than Weyburn golfers Tyler Mryglod and Darien Herlick who tied for second at even par.

Another Weyburn player, Landon Emberley was fourth at 147 (73, 74) while Avonlea resident Hudson Heistad rounded out the top five.

In the senior men’s division, constant champion Rick Hallberg of Weyburn claimed another victory.

The Golf Kenosee member posted rounds of 74 and 70 to outlast Ron Swan of Regina by eight shots.

Bryan Dew was third at 12-over par. Paul Grimes (Arcola) and Lorne Hoedel (Regina) tied at 160 to place fourth.

To see the full results click here.

The next event on the men’s and senior men’s Order of Merit Tour (OMT) is the Reliance Gregg’s Central Amateur hosted by the Saskatoon Golf and Country Club beginning on Saturday (June 27). To see the draw and the field click here.

Alex Schmidt now has a Regina Ladies Open championship to be added to her impressive resume.

Already with several collegiate wins, the Regina resident can chalk up her first amateur win in her home province. The Royal Regina Golf Club member shot 76 in round one at Tor Hill Golf Course on Monday and followed that up with a career tournament low of 69 at Wascana Country Club on Tuesday to win the event by nine shots.

Kim Walker of Regina was second overall and the top senior finisher at 154 with two rounds of 77. Tayla Perry also had a great showing placing third, the 17-year-old Reginian opened the 36 hole event with an 82 before shooting the second lowest round of the long running championship in round two, a 74.

Lorie Boyle (Moose Jaw) was fourth overall and claimed the super senior category, Rosetown product Sue Skinner rounded out the top five.

To see the full results click here.

Next up on the Women’s Order of Merit Tour (OMT) is the newly added (with assistance from Kathy Hopfner) Mercator Financial Southwest Women’s Championship in Swift Current at Elmwood Golf Club from July 6 to 8. To register for the 54 hole event click here.

Golf Saskatchewan spoke with Schmidt after her win.

Authored by Robert Wolanski/Golf Canada

Whether you’re new to the World Handicap System or simply looking to better understand how your handicap is calculated, knowing a few key terms can make a big difference. From Course Handicap to Net Double Bogey, these concepts help ensure scores are recorded fairly and consistently.

Here are five handicapping terms every golfer should know this summer.

Course Handicap

Your Handicap Index adjusted for the course and tee’s you’re playing. Not all courses play the same, so this ensures you receive the correct number of strokes for each round.

Score Differential

A measure of your performance, adjusted for course difficulty. This is what your handicap is built from. A 90 on a difficult course isn’t the same as a 90 on an easier one, and Score Differentials reflect that.

Hole Not Played

If you play an incomplete round (10-17 holes), you may post a score “0” for any holes not played. An Expected Score Differential will be calculated for those holes and combined with your Score Differential for the holes you completed.

Net Double Bogey

The maximum score you can record on a hole for handicap purposes. Calculated as Par + 2 + any strokes you receive. This prevents one bad hole from having too much of an impact. When posting hole-by-hole, Net Double Bogey adjustments are applied automatically.

Stroke Index Allocation

Numbers 1-18 on a scorecard show where handicap strokes are applied. 1 being the hardest hole, 18 being the easiest. For example, a player with a Course Handicap of 14 would receive one stroke on holes ranked 1-14.

Jeff Chambers has had some premier coaching assignments in his long golf career, but a recent trip to Liverpool, England to assist as a coach at the R & A’s World Amateur Championship was a career highlight.

The Swift Current resident and operator of Jeff Chambers Golf Academy returned from the United Kingdon just ahead of the NextGen Prairie Championships in Neepawa, Man.

With some time to reflect on the experience assisting Golf Canada, he spoke to Golf Saskatchewan about the experience.

Symone Ripley is a post-secondary graduate and has began a nursing career following her collegiate golf days at the University of British Columbia Okanagan in Kelowna.

The Saskatoon product spent five years on the Heat women’s golf team playing several events on the west coast and in the United States.

Ripley graduated recently and has now started a nursing career in Kelowna where her college is based.

Golf Saskatchewan spoke with Ripley about her career, where golf fits now, being a great teammate on and off the course, and her advice to other junior women potentially choosing a college golf spot.

For an incredible third time, Saskatoon’s Ryan Mosher has won a NextGen championship.

On Sunday, the 18-year-old edged Luke Bernakevitch (the son of four-time Saskatchewan amateur men’s champion Lindsay) in the first playoff hole at Neepawa Golf and Country Club. This is Mosher’s second NextGen win of 2026, and his second NextGen Prairie Championship win after taking the event in Thunder Bay, Ont. in 2024.

Both Mosher and Bernakevitch, who is from Victoria where Lindsay in the Head Professional at the Victoria Golf Club, were tied at 7-under par, 209 through 54 holes before Mosher earned the win on the first playoff hole.

Aricin Franklin was tied for third, Ethan Hunter placed seventh.

Also placing in the top 20 was Lucas Sturgeon in eighth, Shae Maunula claimed a top 10 spot with a ninth place finish, Brady Guenther tied for 14th, and Austin Nesbitt tied for 19th.

In the junior women’s championship, Grace Odnokon was on the losing end of a playoff against Serin Girard of Richmond, British Columbia.

Both players were at 226 after three days, the playoff was also decided on the first hole.

Tayla Perry of Regina had a nice event placing seventh, Alyxa Melsted was ninth continuing her excellent season, Ada Dillon also made the cut and tied for 10th.

To see the complete results, click here.

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NEEPAWA, Man.—The NextGen Championship series continues with the NextGen Prairie Championship set for June 18 – 21 at Neepawa Golf & Country Club in Neepawa, Man.

The 54-hole stroke play competition gets underway with a practice round on Thursday, June 18. After 36 holes, the field will be cut to the top 58 junior boys and top 12 junior girls, including ties, for the final round which wraps up on Sunday, June 21.

There are 44 players from Saskatchewan entered in the event.

The top six players in the junior boys division of the NextGen Prairie Championship will earn exemptions into the 2026 Canadian Junior Boys Championships, Aug. 10-14, at Wascana Country Club in Regina, Sask. The top six players (including ties) in the junior girls division of the NextGen Prairie Championship will earn exemptions into the 2026 Canadian Junior Girls Championships, Aug. 10-14, at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (Heathlands Course) in Caledon, Ont.

The top three players (including ties) per division in the 2026 NextGen Prairie Championship will earn exemptions into the 2026 Canadian U15 Championships, Aug. 24-27, at Loyalist Country Club in Bath, Ont., if age eligible.

Located in the heart of western Manitoba, Neepawa Golf & Country Club offers one of the region’s premier golf experiences, combining a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course with a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Known for its scenic layout, excellent course conditions, and strong community support, the club provides an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all skill levels. Beyond golf, the facility features a full-service clubhouse and restaurant, an active tournament schedule, junior golf programming, and numerous community events throughout the season. With a commitment to growing the game and creating a friendly experience for members and visitors alike, Neepawa Golf & Country Club continues to be a cornerstone of recreation and hospitality in the area.

“Hosting the NextGen Prairie Classic this June at Neepawa Golf and Country Club is something we’re incredibly proud of. Events like this are about more than just golf — they’re about bringing people together, showcasing our community, and helping grow the game for the next generation,” said Landon Cameron. General Manager/Head Golf Professional, Neepawa Golf & Country Club. “We’re excited to welcome players, families, and fans to Neepawa for what we know will be a fantastic week both on and off the course.”

To follow the live leaderboard of the NextGen Prairie Championship, click here.

About the NextGen Championships  

The NextGen Championships are a high-performance junior golf series which totals six competitions. From May to July, six championships will take place across Canada where the region’s best junior golfers will compete to earn exemptions into their respective 2026 national junior championships. NextGen Championships provide junior players an opportunity to develop and showcase their skills at the highest level of tournament golf.  

Chloe Wills has another championship for her growing resume as the 18-year-old won the Saskatoon Women’s Open this week at Moon Lake Golf and Country Club.

The Kyle, Sask. product shot rounds of 70 and 74 to win the event by eight strokes.

Saskatoon’s Kim Brown was second at 152, coming in third was Kim Walker of Regina at 153, she won the senior age division.

Kathy Ziglo was fourth (155), Pauline McDougall and Beth Davis tied for fifth at 160.

There were 65 players in the field this year for the event. To see all the scores click here.

Next on the women’s Saskatchewan Order of Merit is the Regina Ladies Open on June 22 and 23 at Tor Hill Golf Club and Wascana Country Club.