Jersey Golf Junior Player of the Year
Jacob Townsend Named Junior Jersey Golf Player of the Year
Rising golf star Jacob Townsend has been crowned Jersey Golf Player of the Year, capping off an exceptional season that has seen him dominate at every level of competition.
Over the past year, the talented 14-year-old claimed a string of impressive titles, including the RJ Junior Championship, the Junior Island Championship, and the Channel Island Championship.
Jacob also played a key role in Jersey’s Junior Inter-Insular match, winning both his points to help secure a strong team performance. His success extended beyond local competition when he qualified for the English Under-14 Amateur Stroke Play Championship for the Reid Trophy becoming the first Jersey player in more than a decade to achieve this.
Representing Hampshire Under-14s, Jacob won all of his matches, demonstrating his ability to perform at a high level on the mainland stage.
Capping off his remarkable year, Jacob was selected for the Men’s Inter-Insular team, becoming the youngest player ever to do so at just 14 years old. Despite competing against seasoned adults, he impressed by earning two and a half points out of three in a closely contested 10-all draw.
Jacob’s achievements this season reflect not only his talent but also his dedication and determination. A big well done from everyone at Royal Jersey Golf Club!
Over the past year, the talented 14-year-old claimed a string of impressive titles, including the RJ Junior Championship, the Junior Island Championship, and the Channel Island Championship.
Jacob also played a key role in Jersey’s Junior Inter-Insular match, winning both his points to help secure a strong team performance. His success extended beyond local competition when he qualified for the English Under-14 Amateur Stroke Play Championship for the Reid Trophy becoming the first Jersey player in more than a decade to achieve this.
Representing Hampshire Under-14s, Jacob won all of his matches, demonstrating his ability to perform at a high level on the mainland stage.
Capping off his remarkable year, Jacob was selected for the Men’s Inter-Insular team, becoming the youngest player ever to do so at just 14 years old. Despite competing against seasoned adults, he impressed by earning two and a half points out of three in a closely contested 10-all draw.
Jacob’s achievements this season reflect not only his talent but also his dedication and determination. A big well done from everyone at Royal Jersey Golf Club!