GREER, SC – Second round results of the 23rd Annual Blade Junior Classic hosted by Thornblade Club on Wednesday, July 21, 2021.
Round Two Information: Current Scores & Results | Media Results
Final Round Information: Tee Times
Zach Adams of Charleston emerged as the round two leader in the boys 13-18 division, finishing the day at four-under 67. Firing six birdies today, he holds a strong six-shot lead heading into the final round of The Blade Junior Classic.
“I birdied the first hole just like yesterday and made all pars and three birdies on the front,” said Adams. “Heading into tomorrow I’m just thinking the same thing, play golf and have some fun.”
Sam McMillan of Mount Pleasant stands alone in second, carding two-over 73 for the day. Altogether, he is two-under 140 for the tournament.
Logan Lutz of Mount Pleasant climbed his way atop the leaderboard posting four-under 67 to hold third. He currently stands at one-under 141 overall for the tournament.
In the girls 13-18 division, Maddie Peake of Pauline, Caroline Hawkins of Columbia and Paige Paolucci of Blythewood are all tied at eight-over 150 after two rounds.
Peake, Hawkins and Paolucci, each shared comments about their rounds today and their thoughts on sitting at the top of the leaderboard heading into the final round.
“I kept my round up and kept my head forward today,” said Peake. “Going into tomorrow I just have to keep my head up. I’m planning on shooting low because in order to win, that’s what I have to do.”
“My round today was a lot better than yesterday,” said Hawkins. “Being tied for first means the expectations are higher going into tomorrow, but I just want to play smart like I did today.”
“It is super exciting to be at the top of the leaderboard even though it has been a challenge to get here,” said Paolucci. “I am going into tomorrow thinking one swing, one shot, one hole at a time. Every stroke counts, and I just can’t get ahead of myself.”
In the boys 13-18 division, 23 players made the cut for the final round of the 23rd Annual Blade Junior Classic. The cut was based on the low 21 spots and ties after 36 holes.
In the girls 13-18 division, 10 players made the cut for the final round of the 23rd Annual Blade Junior Classic. The cut was based on the low 9 spots and ties after 36 holes.
Through a continued effort to support junior golf, the 2021 tournament will mark the start of The Blade’s support of the Dick and Lucille Hendley Scholarship Fund. Through partnering with the Hendley family, one male and female Blade participant who exemplifies great character, a passion for community service and a desire to excel in the classroom will be eligible to receive scholarship assistance. In 1999, The Blade Junior Golf Classic was founded by a group of Thornblade Club members with a passion for creating the best junior golf tournament experience for junior golfers and their families. After 20 plus years, a dedicated board of directors and a team of generous sponsors, The Blade has developed into one of the most premiere tournaments in junior golf. Since its inception, The Blade has sought to provide support for local charities, having donated nearly $1.5 million to charities such as the South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation, Prisma Children’s Hospital and Camp Courage, The FRAZEE Center, and 1st Tee of the Upstate, among others.
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
