September 14, 2024 | Alexis Deese
A look into Day 1 of the 2024 Junior River Cup held at Mossy Oak Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi on Saturday, September 14, 2024.
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40 players competed in the first and second round of the 2024 Junior River Cup held at Mossy Oak Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi. Tee times began at 8 a.m. off hole one.
West Point, MS – The 2024 Junior River Cup began with a strong morning at Mossy Oak Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi. After completing 36 holes, Team Mississippi has a 3 point lead over Team Louisiana.
Saturday morning sessions featured Four-Ball match play. Team Louisiana led Team Mississippi with a score of 6.5 – 3.5. In the 10-11 and 12-13 Boys Division, Team Louisiana had a clean sweep with all pairings winning their Four-Ball Matches. Players Brandon Fuselier of Slidell, LA and Samuel Perrodion of Ville Platte, LA won 2 & 1. Landon Lotz of Slidell, LA and Crew Galambos of Shreveport, LA won 3 & 2. Augustin Gros of Metairie, LA and Owen Lejeune of Baton Rouge, LA won their match 4 & 3. Meanwhile Derby Everson of Shreveport, LA and Grey Ramsey of Choudrant, LA finished their match on top 3 & 2.
In the Girls’ Division, Evelynn Artieta of Denham Springs, LA, and Maci Williams of Brusly, LA, gained a point for Team Louisiana by winning their match 5 & 4. Lucy Cook and Eliza Yelverton of Mississippi won a point for Team Mississippi, also with a 5 & 4 victory. No points were lost for Team Louisiana in the Boys’ 14-15 Division during the morning session. Hudson Green of Bossier City, LA, and Slayte Guidry of Shreveport, LA, tied with George Bryan III and Walker Gary of Mississippi. Maddox Mowad of Monroe, LA, and Parker Greene of Mandeville, LA, won their match 5 & 3
Team Mississippi overcame Louisiana in the Boys 16-18 Division when Jack Morris with Cal Wier and Aubrey Jones with Landry Williamson of Mississippi won both matches.
The afternoon round transitioned to Foursome match play where Mississippi made a big comeback winning all but 2 matches. The two Louisiana pairings that gained points were boys 12-13 group Lejeune with Gros and boys 10-11 Lotz with Galambos. Following the afternoon session Team Mississippi has a 3 point lead of Team Louisiana with a score of 11.5 – 8.5. Tomorrow will be single match play with tee times starting at 8 a.m. off the first tee.
About the LGA
The Louisiana Golf Association (LGA) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to unifying the golf community across Louisiana. Since its inception in 1920, the LGA has expanded its scope to offer a variety of championships, including the Junior Amateur Championship and the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour. The LGA is committed to providing exceptional services in Championship Administration, USGA Handicap System oversight, and Rules of Golf authority, ensuring fair play and integrity throughout the state.
The LGA supports golfers of all levels through its Course Measuring and Rating services, comprehensive tournament management, and educational seminars on the Rules of Golf and Amateur Status. By partnering with entities like the Audubon Golf Trail and Gulf States PGA, the LGA fosters growth and inclusivity in the sport.
As the authoritative body for amateur golf in Louisiana, the LGA maintains the WHS Handicap Index, crucial for assessing individual performance, and continues to uphold the game’s traditions and values. For more information, visit LGA.org or contact us at 337-265-3938.
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