HILTON HEAD, SC (July 30, 2023) – Final round results of the 28th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational hosted by Palmetto Dunes – George Fazio Course
on Sunday, July 30, 2023.
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Garret Fader of Hilton Head carded a final round score of one-under par 69 to be crowned the 28th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational boys division Champion. Fader finished the tournament with an overall score of two-over par 212 to claim the title and take home his first SCJGA victory.
“I didn’t come out here today with any crazy expectations,” Fader said. “I just wanted to make sure I was around even-par and give myself a chance at winning. It feels really great to put three rounds together and be the champion.”
Luke Block of Bluffton and James Rhodes of Columbia each finished the tournament with an overall score of five-over par 215 to tie for second place in the boys division.
In the girls 13-18 division, Lexi Milbrandt of Hilton Head posted a final round score of six-over par 76 to claim the 28th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational girls division title. Overall, she finished the tournament at 15-over par 225 to be named champion by three-shots.
“It wasn’t too crazy of a round for me today,” Milbrandt said. “I played smart the whole time and didn’t take many risks. It feels good to be the champion. This is my first SCJGA win, so I'm really happy and excited about that.”
Emerson Devers of Murrells Inlet was named runner-up in the girls division, carding a final round score of five-over par 75. Overall, she finished the tournament at 18-over par 228.
About the Jimmy Self Invitational
Named in honor of a man who gave so much to golf, the Jimmy Self Invitational was originally one of the top high school tournaments in South Carolina and has now become one of the SCJGA’s major junior championships. The 54-hole event has been presented by Greenwood Development since its inception. The original idea was to rotate the tournament’s location between Greenwood Development properties in Charleston, Greenwood and Hilton Head Island. This year’s competition at Palmetto Dunes continues the Jimmy Self Invitational’s legacy, adding to South Carolina’s rich history of amateur and junior golf.
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
