News Summary

The Ohio Girls Golf Foundation Showcase at Avon Oaks Country Club saw Olivia Baker and Gracyn Vidovic tie for first with scores of 66. The event also featured scholarships awarded to 12 young female golfers and showcased specialized clinics led by LPGA professionals. Magnificat High School won the team competition with a score of 316, followed by Aurora and Southeast High Schools. With excitement in the air, the showcase marked a significant event for girls’ golf in Ohio.

Excitement at the Avon Oaks Country Club as Two Talented Girls Golfers Tie for First!

Avon, Ohio – The Ohio Girls Golf Foundation Showcase was the place to be on July 21, as the atmosphere buzzed with enthusiasm and competition at the stunning Avon Oaks Country Club. In a remarkable display of golf prowess, Olivia Baker from St. Clairsville and Gracyn Vidovic from Aurora each swung their way to victory, tying for first place with an impressive score of 66. This thrilling tie not only highlights their skills but also sets a new record for the event!

A Stellar Performance

Olivia Baker, a senior at St. Clairsville High School, lit up the course with her stunning performance, recording a whopping eight birdies throughout the tournament. Meanwhile, Gracyn Vidovic, who recently graduated from Aurora High School, showcased her incredible golf talent with five birdies and an impressive eagle. Gracyn is set to continue her golf journey at Ashland University this fall, which will surely be an exciting chapter in her athletic career.

Team Highlights

The team results were just as thrilling, with Magnificat High School stealing the show for the second year in a row by capturing the top spot with a score of 316. Following closely behind was Aurora High School in second place with a score of 326, while Southeast High School took home third place with a score of 337. It was a friendly yet fierce competition among 15 high school teams, alongside 18 individual participants who all brought their A-game from across Ohio.

Clinics and Scholarships: More Than Just Golf

In addition to the thrilling competitions, the showcase served as an unofficial kickoff to the girls’ high school golf season in Ohio. Aspiring young golfers had the unique opportunity to participate in specialized clinics led by LPGA Tour professionals, focusing on essential topics such as rules, short game techniques, and mental processes. Learning from the very best can’t be topped!

The Ohio Girls Golf Foundation was also proud to recognize and support talented young female golfers through scholarships. A total of 12 scholarships were awarded during the event, with students eager to pursue their education alongside their passion for golf. Notable scholarship recipients included:

  • Taylor Blazek from Southeast High School, heading to Gannon University
  • Ava Furiga from Avon High School, off to The Ohio State University
  • Ashley Leavery from Theodore Roosevelt High School, also heading to The Ohio State University
  • Kennedy Lewis from Southern Local High School, attending Youngstown State University
  • Madison Maxwell from Copley High School, attending John Carroll University
  • Zoe Mort from Marlington High School, off to Ashland University
  • Scout Nicholson from Hubbard High School, heading to Youngstown State University
  • Abigail Pantea from Firestone CLC, heading to Kent State University
  • Ella Porter from Versailles High School, attending Ohio Northern University
  • Hannah Roush from Copley High School, also off to The Ohio State University
  • Gracyn Vidovic from Aurora High School, heading to Ashland University
  • Kayla Weisenberger from North Olmsted High School, going to Hiram College

Over the years, the Ohio Girls Golf Foundation has awarded more than $160,000 in scholarships to over 150 female golfers, showcasing its commitment to fostering the sport and supporting the next generation of female athletes.

The Scores Tell the Story

Among the other notable individual performances, Kayla Knaze from Magnificat impressed with a score of 70, while Elizabeth Pollock from Chagrin Falls and Emerson Glending from St. Joseph Academy both finished strong at 72. The competition was rich with emerging talent and spirited camaraderie, making the event a grand celebration not only of skill but also of the love for the game.

As the sun sets on this year’s showcase, one thing is for sure: the future of girls’ golf in Ohio is looking bright—and we can’t wait to see where these talented young athletes will go from here!

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