John’s Island, SC (Sept. 29, 2024) – Final round results of the 30th Annual Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational hosted by the Golf Club at Briar’s Creek in John’s Island, SC on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
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Nicholas Canitano (Milton, GA), Sohan Patel (Weston, FL), Jessy Huebner (Port St. Lucie, FL), Charles Cauthen (Columbia, SC), and William Lisle (Bradenton, FL) all posted an impressive overall score of four-under-par 140 to force a five-way playoff for the 30th Annual Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational title. It was Nicholas Canitano who captured the title after three playoff holes.
"I had kind of a slow start today, bogeying the third hole. It was kind of a poor drive in the bunker, and then went long, which you can't do, but I stayed in it, and I knew I had the leaders ahead of me. I knew if I just played my game, I could give myself a chance,” Canitano stated when asked about his game during the final round. “In the playoff, I just stayed steady. Sohan played unbelievable golf, making two birdies in a row, taking us to the third, and that final putt dropped. I really appreciate the board and the staff here at the tournament. I couldn’t have done it without them; all that weather came through the course, and it was in perfect condition. I really appreciate that ".
The Bobby Chapman board would like to thank the Golf Club at Briar’s Creek for its incredible hospitality and pristine golf course conditions. After completing course renovations, the 31st Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational looks forward to returning to its home site at the Country Club of Spartanburg in 2025.
About the Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational
Robert H. (Bobby) Chapman, Jr. dedicated his life to his family, business, and the game of golf. Bobby was a local and national leader in the textile industry. He worked for his family's business, Inman Mills, for over thirty years, serving as a Director and Vice-Chairman. His genuine, straightforward character earned him the respect of those who knew him.
As a competitor, Bobby Chapman won the Country Club of Spartanburg Men's Golf Championship a record nine times. He also won the Carolina's Golf Association Four-Ball Championship twice—in 1951 with the legendary P.J. Boatwright, Jr. He twice qualified for the U.S. Men's Amateur Championship and was a member of the Carolinas team in the Carolinas-Virginia Matchplay Competition.
In 1993, a group of CCS members, many of whom continue as Board Members of the Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational today, came together to create a new junior event that would reach national prominence. With the help of the South Carolina Golf Association and the South Carolina Junior Golf Association, the new tournament was held for the first time in 1995.
Since its inception, the Bobby Chapman Junior Invitational has been known for its competitive excellence and southern hospitality to players and parents.
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
