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Thursday, July 31, 2025
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Betschart Crowned Caribbean Junior Golf Champion
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Bermuda's Darina Betschart has been crowned the Girls 11-13 champion at the 37th Annual Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships, as the island's four junior golfers concluded their competitive campaign.
Betschart's victory was the highlight of the week for the Bermudian contingent, who all gained valuable experience at the prestigious regional tournament.
Betschart, who had led from the outset, continued her exceptional form into the final round, carding an impressive one-over par 73. Her stellar performance cemented a commanding victory, as she finished the tournament at four-under par, a remarkable 21 shots ahead of her nearest competitor. Her final round was a picture of consistency, featuring two birdies, 13 pars, and just three bogeys, a fitting end to a dominant display of junior golf.
Meanwhile, in the highly competitive Boy's 18 & Under Division, both Arman Newton and Johnny Bart proudly represented the island. Newton concluded the tournament in a respectable 9th position after a final-round score of four-over par 76. His round was highlighted by one birdie and 12 pars, showcasing his steady play on the course. Bart finished in 13th place, having posted a six-over par 78, a round which included three birdies.
In the Boys 11 to 13 Division, Lewis MacFarlane concluded his tournament in 13th place. MacFarlane posted a final round of 12-over par 84, bringing his total for the championship to 41-over par. He showed moments of promise in his final round, including one birdie and six pars, as he navigated his way through the demanding course.
The performances of all four Bermudian golfers, particularly Betschart's championship-winning run, demonstrate the island's promising future in the sport. The experience of competing on this stage against the Caribbean's best junior talent will prove invaluable for their continued development.
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Wednesday, July 30, 2025
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Betschart Shines as Junior Golfers Eye Caribbean Glory
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 Darina Betschart IslandStats.com
The island's contingent is showcasing their burgeoning talent across various age divisions in the prestigious regional tournament.
In the Girls 11 to 13 Division, Darina Betschart has continued her exceptional form, solidifying her lead after an impressive second round of two-under par 70. Betschart's stellar performance now places her at a commanding five-under par for the tournament, leaving her nearest competitor a significant nine shots adrift. Her remarkable round included seven birdies, seven pars, three bogeys, and just one double bogey, putting her firmly in contention for the coveted title.
Meanwhile, in the highly competitive Boy's 18 & Under Division, Arman Newton and Johnny Bart are proudly representing the island. Newton concluded the second day in 9th position after carding a two-over par 74. His round was highlighted by two birdies, 13 pars, two bogeys, and one double bogey, showcasing his resilience on the course. Bart currently sits in 16th place, having posted a ten-over par 82, which featured two birdies, seven pars, seven bogeys, one double bogey, and one triple bogey.
In the Boys 11 to 13 Division, Lewis MacFarlane concluded his second round in 13th place. MacFarlane posted a second round of 12-over par 84, bringing his total to 29-over par for the championship. MacFarlane navigated his way through the course with two birdies, six pars, seven bogeys, two double bogeys, and one triple bogey, gaining valuable experience on the international stage.
With Betschart in a dominant position and the other Bermudian juniors battling hard in their respective divisions, the remainder of the Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships promises to be an exciting watch for golf fans back home.
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Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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Youngsters Tee Off at Caribbean Junior Golf Championships
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 Newton won a putting contest IslandStats.com
In the Girls 11 to 13 Division, Darina Betschart has made an exceptional start, leading the field after an impressive first round of three-under par 69. Betschart's stellar round included six birdies, nine pars, and just three bogeys, putting her firmly in contention for the title.
Meanwhile, in the Boy's 18 & Under Division, Arman Newton and Johnny Bart are representing the island. Newton finished the opening day tied for 10th after carding a four-over par 76, a round highlighted by two birdies and 12 pars. Bart sits just behind in 13th, having posted a six-over par 78, which included one birdie.
In the Boys 11 to 13 Division, Lewis MacFarlane concluded his first round tied for 13th. MacFarlane posted a 17-over par score, navigating his way through the course with six pars and nine bogeys.
The Bermudian quartet will be looking to build on their opening performances as the prestigious regional championship continues.
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Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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Bermuda Juniors Conclude Optimist Golf Campaign
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Bermudian golfers Oliver Betschart, Dylan Muso, and Sienna Mosquera have concluded their campaigns at the International Optimist Junior Golf Tournament, showcasing their talent on the final day.
Betschart, who had started the final round tied for the lead in the Boy's 16-18 Division, finished in a respectable tie for fifth place. Playing on the challenging Optimist Blue Monster course, Betschart carded a three-over par 75 for his final round, which included 16 pars, one bogey, and one double bogey.
In the 'Clash of the Challengers' Boy's 16-18 Division, Muso produced an impressive two-under par 70 in his final round to secure a tie for third. Muso's strong finish featured an eagle, two birdies, 13 pars, and two bogeys, highlighting his resilience.
Mosquera, competing in her respective division, finished in a tie for 17th after an eight-over par 79 in her final round. Mosquera's scorecard included one birdie, 11 pars, four bogeys, one double bogey, and one triple bogey.
The experience at the prestigious International Optimist Junior Golf Tournament will undoubtedly serve as valuable development for these promising Bermudian talents as they continue their golfing journeys.
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Monday, July 28, 2025
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Betschart Leads, Mosquera Rebounds at Optimist Junior Golf
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Bermudian golfers Sienna Mosquera, Oliver Betschart, and Dylan Muso were all back in action at the International Optimist Junior Golf Tournament, with Betschart continuing his impressive form to move into a share of the lead.
Oliver Betschart, competing in the Boy's 16-18 Age Group Division, delivered another strong performance on the Optimist Blue Monster Golf Course. He carded a second-round 1-under par 71, which propelled him into a three-way tie for first place. Betschart's consistent play sees him at 2-under par overall after two rounds, with his latest scorecard featuring two birdies, fifteen pars, and just one bogey.
In the same age group, Dylan Muso faced a tougher day on the Optimist Blue Monster Course, shooting a 7-over par 79. His round included two birdies and twelve pars, but was hampered by four bogeys, one double bogey, and one triple bogey. Muso's two-round total of 15-over par meant he missed the cut for the main competition and will now compete in the 'Clash of the Challengers'.
Meanwhile, Sienna Mosquera, playing in the Girls 15-18 Age Group Division on the Optimist Red Tiger Course, showed resilience by bouncing back from her first-round score. She posted a much-improved second-round 3-over par 75, which saw her end the day tied for 18th position at 12-over par overall. Mosquera's second round was highlighted by three birdies, ten pars, four bogeys, and one double bogey.
The Bermudian contingent continues to gain valuable experience on the international junior golf circuit, with Betschart now firmly in contention for top honours.
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