Angels Camp, CA (April 6, 2017) – Two-time Rolex Junior All-American, Yealimi Noh, won the girls division at the inaugural American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Junior at Greenhorn Creek in California’s Gold Country.
Currently at No. 40 in the AJGA rankings, Noh, from Concord, California, carded three birdies in her final round to win against an international field of 27 girls on the Robert Trent Jones, Jr. 18-hole championship golf course.
In the boys division, Griffin Barela, from Lakewood, Colorado, captured his first AJGA title with five birdies during second round to beat a field of 51 boys.
“It was great to see all the junior players compete here at Greenhorn Creek and enjoy all the facility has to offer,” said Allan Ramorini, Director of Golf at Greenhorn Creek Resort. “The AJGA provides such a great structure for these young athletes as far as competition and the ability for college coaches to see their game. The AJGA’s staff does a remarkable job in tournament organization and making each event a memorable one for the players.”
The AJGA, based in Braselton, GA, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the overall growth and development of young men and women aspiring to earn college golf scholarships through competitive golf. The current membership consists of more than 6,500 plus an all-star list of alumni now playing on the PGA and LPGA Tours, including the likes of Ricki Fowler, Jim Furyk, Dustin Johnson, Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth, Paula Creamer, Cristie Kerr, Stacey Lewis and Brittany Lincicome.
For further information about Greenhorn Creek Resort, call (209) 729-8111 or visit www.greenhorncreek.com.
About Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort: Located in Angel Camp, California, two hours from the San Francisco Bay Area, Greenhorn Creek Resort, is nestled among the rolling foothills of the Sierra Nevada foothills. This picturesque setting is home to an 18-hole championship golf course redesigned by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., superb dining at CAMPS Restaurant, lodging with on-site condo villas, cottages and the five-bedroom Caddy Shack. Greenhorn Creek Resort is conveniently situated close to 32 local wineries and world-class outdoor adventure.
Contact:
Robert Kaufman
(415) 350-0724
rkaufman717@gmail.com
