August 24, 2024 | Maili Bartz
A look into the final round of the 25th Louisiana Net Amateur Championship held at Tamahka Trails Golf Club in Marksville, Louisiana on Sunday, August 25, 2024.
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63 players competed in the first round of the 25th Louisiana Net Amateur Championship held at Tamahka Trails Golf Club in Marksville, Louisiana. Tee times began this morning at 7:30 AM off the 1st tee. The course played to a par 71 at 6382 yards for the Men’s Division and a par 72 at 5267 yards for the Women’s Division.
Marksville, LA – In the final round of the 25th Louisiana Net Amateur Championship, Don Thompson of Woodworth emerged as the wire-to-wire champion, finishing with an impressive five-under for the overall championship. Thompson managed to card in 13 birdies and one eagle between both of his rounds and limited himself to five bogeys and two double-bogeys. Finishing as runner-up for the overall championship is Eric Lavespere of Monroe at four-over par. Brian Anderson of Hammond won in a scorecard playoff to secure third place in the overall division at five-over par.
In the Women’s Division, Cynthia Griffin of Alexandria won with an overall score of six-over par. Griffin had a pretty nice lead over the rest of the field with runner-up, Carla Thompson of Woodworth finishing at 13-over par. April Prestenbach of Baton Rouge finished one shot behind for third place at 12-over par.
The following are the champions of the Men’s Flighted Divisions:
St. Andrew’s Flight:
Champion: Ronnie Averett |Loranger | +7
Runner-Up: Perry Hudson | Baton Rouge | +8
Third Place: Wendell Meyers | Albany | +11
Troon Flight:
Champion: Bryan McCullough |Welsh | +11
Runner-Up: Joe Baugh | Abita Springs | +11
Third Place: Steve Hebert| Hammond | +12
Carnoustie Flight:
Champion: Carl Lemaire |Sulphur | +5
Runner-Up: Brian Anderson | Hammond | +5
Third Place: James Moak | Denham Springs | +12
The weather and hospitality were exceptional today at Tamahka Trails Golf Club. The Louisiana Golf Association would like to extend its gratitude to Kevin Michael and his staff for their outstanding hospitality.
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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