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Freshman Rory Asselta of St. Joseph High School has etched his name in golf history by winning the individual medalist honors at the PGA High School Golf National Invitational in North Carolina. Shooting an impressive 16-under-par 200, Rory has showcased his talent and determination, earning recognition as NJ.com’s Boys Golfer of the Year. With aspirations to become a golf course architect and a deep passion for the sport, this young golfer is on a remarkable journey, captivating audiences with his skills and humble demeanor.

Rory Asselta Shines Bright at PGA High School Golf National Invitational

Welcome to the delightful city of Ramsey, Mont., where the golf scene has a standout star in the making! Freshman Rory Asselta of St. Joseph High School continues to impress everyone with his incredible skills and humble nature. Just recently, he made headlines after clinching the coveted individual medalist honors at the PGA High School Golf National Invitational held at the renowned Pinehurst Resort & Country Club in North Carolina. This young golfer truly stole the show!

A Stellar Performance

Asselta dominated the tournament by shooting an astonishing 16-under-par 200 over three days of fierce competition. His outstanding performance has not only earned him the championship title but also landed him recognition as NJ.com’s Boys Golfer of the Year. With this latest victory, it’s clear that Rory is on a rapid ascent to golfing greatness.

A Life Rooted in Golf

Rory’s journey in golf began at a tender age of just 18 months! Imagine the little tyke swinging around a plastic golf club alongside his older brother. Golf is practically in his DNA! His father, Ryan Asselta, shared that Rory’s name was inspired by a family friend but also pays tribute to his wife Kim’s Irish heritage – how lovely!

Future Aspirations

When he’s not sinking birdies, Rory often dreams about becoming a golf course architect. In fact, he is currently taking an elective art course in 3-D perspective, believing it will help him in his future career. There’s no doubt that this kid is not just a gifted athlete, but also an aspiring designer!

A Soft Spot for the Game

Rory looks up to the professional golfer Rory McIlroy and admires the play style of Scottie Scheffler. It’s no surprise that he’s been making his mark on the golf scene, participating in various tournaments across states like Illinois, Alabama, Florida, and Texas. Just this year alone, he’s racked up an impressive seven victories in nine events!

Good Times and Good Company

One of the most thrilling moments in Rory’s golf journey was scoring a hole-in-one on his very first par-3 as a high school golfer at the Spook Rock Golf Club. In fact, he boasts a total of five holes-in-one in his golfing history – quite remarkable for someone who’s just starting out!

Part of a Golfing Family

This promising golfer resides on the grounds of Ramsey Golf and Country Club, a move that his family made in 2020 to put their hearts right in the midst of golf country! His older brother, Michael Asselta, was last year’s North Jersey Golfer of the Year, so it’s clear that talent runs in the family. Rory also played as a point guard for the freshman basketball team and has made quite an impression on his golf team, integrating seamlessly thanks to the supportive coaching of Kevin Rooney.

Staying Local

Rory truly enjoys being a part of his current environment and is in no rush to transfer to a golf academy. Though his family has discussed relocating for warmer golfing weather, Rory cherishes his local connections and family ties, and it’s hard to argue with that! It’s all about the community you build around you.

Future Competitions

What’s next for this rising star? Rory will compete in another AJGA event at the stunning Streamsong Black course in Florida during the Memorial Day weekend. With St. Joseph’s boys golf team currently ranked No. 1 in the NJ.com Top 20, it looks like the sky’s the limit for Rory Asselta!

The golf world is clearly going to be watching this young talent closely in the coming years, and if his past achievements are any indication, we might just be witnessing the early stages of a true golfing prodigy. Go, Rory!

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