Story written by: Alan India

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Athens, GA – May 25, 2025 The historic University of Georgia Golf Course hosted a thrilling weekend of junior golf as the SJGT rolled into town for the annual SJGT UGA Classic. Some of the region’s top junior talent battled the undulating greens and tight fairways of this iconic layout, with several players making a strong case for collegiate attention thanks to elite performances, detailed FlightScope data, and enhanced visibility through GolfKast recruiting packages.

Boys 16–19 Champion: Mason Pate (Valdosta, GA)

Pate fired rounds of  68-71 (-3) to claim the Boys 16–19 division. Pate's consistency off the tee tee and clutch putting stood out across both rounds. According to FlightScope data, Pate averaged 288 yards off the tee with a 67% fairway hit rate and a 2.2 strokes gained total over the field. “Ball-striking has been the focus of my training,” Pate said. “Seeing it validated in the FlightScope numbers gives me confidence moving into the summer.”

Girls 15–19 Champion: Claire Bradford (Bogart, GA)

Claire Bradford continued her hot streak with rounds of 69-78(+3) to secure the Girls 15–19 title. She led the field in greens in regulation (77%) and posted the event’s top short-game performance with just 18 putts per round. Her FlightScope data highlighted an exceptional carry distance of 232 yards with her driver and elite spin control with short irons—key to navigating UGA’s firm greens.

Boys 14–15 Champion: Collin Bradford (Bogart, GA)

Collin Bradford carded a gritty 3 under par (70-69) to win the 14–15 division. His aggressive approach play stood out, gaining with approach shots alone, according to his GolfKast profile. Bradford’s FlightScope session revealed a consistent Ball Carry average of 301.5 with his driver and a smash factor of 1.48, suggesting elite efficiency.

Girls 12–14 Champion: Addison Peebles (Gainesville, GA)

Addison Peebles’s steady play earned her the win at Even Par overall. Her GolfKast recruiting package featured real-time video highlights and metrics that are already attracting coaches attention. Chen’s data showed a swing speed of 83.7 mph, but more importantly, her ability to repeat her motion—reflected in a swing path variance 3.3L degree—underscored her technical consistency.

Tech Spotlight: FlightScope x GolfKast Elevate Player Profiles

For the first time this season, SJGT partnered with GolfKast to provide players access to professional-level performance analytics and recruiting tools. All division winners received a custom FlightScope performance report, while many competitors opted into the GolfKast Recruiting Package, which includes:

• HD video highlights from the event
  
  
• Swing metrics and shot dispersion charts
  
  
• College coach access to athlete profiles
  
  
• Interview clips and player bios
  
  

“The integration of FlightScope and GolfKast is a game-changer for our players,” said SJGT Director Todd Thompson . “It bridges the gap between performance and visibility—two essentials for junior golfers aspiring to play at the next level.”

What’s Next

The SJGT heads to The Club at Sea Palms in St. Simons, GA next, where top juniors will continue to battle for points, trophies, and a spotlight on the collegiate radar. With momentum building and technology furthering each player's reach, this generation of Southern junior golfers is proving it’s ready for the next stage.

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^{Top Results from Flight Scope}

Total Ball Carry  

1. Patmon Malcolm 329.0
2. Caden Hartley 326.8
3. Aubrey Fellows 310.7
4. Brady Himes 302.4
5. Jacob Rowell 302.3

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