Pikesville, Maryland – Three junior golfers from Woodholme Country Club in Pikesville represented Central Maryland well at the recent Under Armour Junior Winter Nationals in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. 15-year-old Landon Rottman won the 15-18-year-old age division, shooting a first round 76 and a second round 74 to finish three strokes ahead of the second-place finisher, while Cole Maller (age 16) finished 6th and Grant Stoler (age 18) placed 15th in a field that included 70 players of top junior golfers from across the U.S.
The talented trio qualified for the Under Armour Winter Nationals through a series of local events on the Southern Maryland Under Armour Tour, finishing in the top five in the 2024 overall standings in the local league. At 15, Rottman was one of the youngest competitors in the 15-18-year-old age division.
“Winning this tournament was one of my goals for 2025,” said Rottman who grew up playing golf at Woodholme Country Club from age three. “I put in hours of hard work and dedication, and it feels great to see it all pay off. I couldn’t have done it without the support of my coach, Bernie Najar, and my family. I’m excited for what lies ahead.”
“Finishing inside the Top 20 in a field of 70 was a fantastic achievement,” added Stoler. “It’s an incredible honor to place in the top 15 and make the Under Armour All-Star team for the second straight year. It is rewarding to see the hard work and dedication I’ve put in pay off on such a significant stage.”
Rottman (freshmen), Maller (sophomore) and Stoler (senior) all attend McDonogh School in Owings Mills. Each are active participants in Woodholme Country Club’s junior golf program, led by Head Professional Anthony Romano. All three boys aspire to continue their golf careers beyond high school
“My family and I joined Woodholme about three years ago, around the start of my golfing career,” said Maller. “The people and the facilities at Woodholme Country Club have helped me tremendously improve my golf game. From the indoor hitting bays to the fun challenging golf course, I couldn’t imagine a better setup to succeed in golf.”
Rottman’s 2024 Season Accomplishments:
- MSGA Maryland Junior Amateur – Champion
- US Kids Seaview Open Regional Championship – Champion
- John Bannon Southern Maryland Championship – Champion
- Buckeye Junior Golf Tour:
- Baltimore Junior Golf Classic – Champion
- Gettysburg Junior Golf Classic – Champion
- Woodholme Country Club Junior Club Championship – Champion
- Woodholme Country Club Men’s Club Championship – Finalist
Maller’s 2024 Season Accomplishments:
- 26th at the AJGA TaylorMade Preview
- 13th at the Denny McCarthy Jr. Invitational
- 4th at the John Bannon Jr. Memorial
Stoler’s 2024 Season Accomplishments:
- Recognized as a two-time Under Armour All-Star
- Improved handicap from 8 to 4
About Woodholme Country Club
Woodholme Country Club, a member-owned private club in Pikesville, Maryland, northwest of Baltimore. Founded in 1927, Woodholme Country Club features a Herbert Strong-designed 18-hole golf course that was renovated by golf course architect Ed Ault in the mid-1960s and again in the mid-70s. The course plays to a unique par of 73 and ranges from 5,503 to 7,226 yards with holes meandering over natural terrain with minimal earth movement. The course has hosted a number of high-profile events, including the Maryland State Amateur Championship, the Maryland Senior Open Championship, USGA Women’s Open qualifying, the USGA Mid-Amateur, as well as three USGA Amateur qualifiers.
In addition to golf, Woodholme Country Club members also enjoy a timeless 50,000 square-foot clubhouse that boasts classical elegance and modern conveniences with casual dining in The Grille and The Café. Amenities include 8 Har-Tru tennis courts, 12 new pickleball courts, and a resort-style pool with Olympic-style lanes. The Woodholme campus also includes satellite buildings for golf, tennis and quick-service dining.
For more information on Woodholme Country Club, visit www.woodholme.org.
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