Round Two Leaders of the 26th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational: James Fulmer (left), Caroline Hawkins (middle), Anne Fernandez (right)
HILTON HEAD, SC – Second round results of the 26th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational presented by Greenwood Communities and Resorts, hosted by Palmetto Dunes—Arthur Hills on Saturday, July 31, 2021.
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James Fulmer of Spartanburg posted three-under 69 to take the round two lead in the boys 13-18 division. He is five-under 139 overall and holds a four-shot lead heading into the final round.
“I was bogey free today so that’s always nice,” Fulmer said. “I didn’t hit every green, but when I missed it, I made every par putt so that was good. I’m just going to get a good night sleep tonight and hopefully come out tomorrow and do the same thing.”
Major Lenning of Simpsonville stands second, carding three-under 69 for the day. Overall, he is one-under 143 for the tournament.
Caroline Hawkins of Columbia and Anne Fernandez of Bluffton emerged round two co-leaders of the girls 13-18 division, each posting four-over 148 after two rounds.
“Today, I chipped a lot better than yesterday,” Hawkins said. “My course management was a lot better than yesterday and I’m really happy with my round. I’m pumped going into tomorrow, I’m just going to go out and play my game and hope for the best.”
“I started off really good today,” said Fernandez. “I was three under through my front nine and then unfortunately on ten I hit two out of bounds. But I managed to come back and make a couple of good pars. I plan to just keep it smooth and easy tomorrow. I’m going to take my time and just try and make as many birdies as I can.”
Bridget Wilkie of Bluffton stands third with a score of one-under 71 for the day and six-over 150 for the tournament.
In the boys 13-18 division, 34 players made the cut for the final round of the 26th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational. The cut was based on the low 34 spots and ties after 36 holes.
In the girls 13-18 division, 9 players made the cut for the final round of the 26th Annual Jimmy Self Invitational. The cut was based on the low 9 spots and ties after 36 holes.
Named in honor of a man who gave so much to golf, the Jimmy Self Invitational has become one of the top high school tournaments in South Carolina and has hosted some of the top junior players in the southeast. 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. Now, the tournament permanently resides at the Arthur Hills Course at Palmetto Dunes. 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
