The final event of the 2026 Alberta Golf championship season wrapped up yesterday in the stunning Kananaskis Country, where three champions were crowned.

The day began with frigid temperatures, as the surrounding mountains provided a breathtaking backdrop to an otherwise near-freezing morning. As the sun began to emerge, players arrived for registration and the annual Interclub Championship officially got underway. More than 200 competitors from across the province gathered to represent their clubs, competing in four-person teams for provincial bragging rights.

The field featured many new faces alongside seasoned championship veterans. Players were welcomed with a beautiful breakfast courtesy of Kananaskis Country Golf Course before heading to the first tee. The Men’s Division competed in a crossover format on the Mount Lorette Course, while the Women’s Division played straight tee times on the Mount Kidd Course.

The Men’s Division featured a thrilling battle, with only five teams finishing over par in the best-ball format. The four-person teams were split into two-person sides, with each duo playing their own ball and recording the better score between the two players on each hole. The scores from each duo were then combined to determine the team’s total score.

As the early groups came in, Mickelson National Golf Club established the clubhouse lead at 10-under par. Country Hills Golf Club soon matched that score, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. When Inglewood Golf & Curling Club completed its round at the same score, the three teams were headed to a playoff.

With the playoff scheduled for 4:12 p.m., each team selected two players to compete in the same best-ball format. The three duos headed to the first hole on Mount Kidd, where it took just one hole to determine a champion. The duo of Billingsley and MacDonald secured the victory with a birdie, giving Inglewood Golf & Curling Club the Men’s Interclub Championship.

On the Women’s side, the leaderboard was less dramatic than in previous years. Willow Park Golf & Country Club established the early lead with a team score of 10-over par before Glencoe Golf & Country Club posted an impressive 1-over-par score to take control of the clubhouse lead.

As the remaining groups made their way in, attention turned to the defending champions. Country Hills Golf Club had captured the previous two Women’s Interclub titles, and it was clear they would not relinquish their crown without a fight. However, Glencoe’s score ultimately held up, securing the club its first Women’s Interclub Championship since 2022.

The Women’s Net Division is always capable of producing fireworks, and this year was no exception. Despite the efforts of defending champions Mickelson National Golf Club, a new champion was set to be crowned. The Highlands Golf Club posted an impressive net score of 15-under par, a mark that could not be matched, ultimately securing the Women’s Net Interclub Championship.

Final Leaderboards

With the conclusion of the 2026 Interclub Championship, the Alberta Golf championship season has officially come to a close.

Alberta Golf would like to extend its sincere thanks to all of the competitors who participated throughout the 2026 season, as well as the many volunteers who helped make each championship possible, including our crucial team of referees. We also thank all of the host clubs and their dedicated staffs for their hospitality, preparation and support throughout the season.

Enjoy the fall golf season, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for the 2027 championship season!

Notable Highlights

• This was Glencoe’s first female Interclub win since 2022 and their fourth provincial interclub victory since the events inception. 
• Inglewood G&CC returns to the winner circle for the first time since their victory in 2018. 
• This is the second playoff in the last three years to decide the Men’s Interclub Championship
• Grace Jordan of Earl Grey was the only junior to compete in the event this year, while Tom Skinner was the oldest competitor in the field.

The final event of the 2026 Alberta Golf Championship season officially gets underway tomorrow with the Alberta Interclub Championship! For many competitors, the Interclub is a highly anticipated event on the calendar, serving as the perfect conclusion to a long and competitive golf season. And what better place to bring the championship season to a close than Kananaskis Country Golf Course?

The Course

Kananaskis Country Golf Course has been the long-time host of the Alberta Interclub, dating back to the inaugural event shortly after the course opened. While the championship spent a brief stint at Canmore Golf & Curling Club, the 36-hole Kananaskis layout has proven to be an ideal setting for the Interclub.

The two-course facility allows for a unique blend of team strategy while also providing the opportunity for the Men’s and Women’s divisions to alternate courses each year. In 2026, the Men will take on Mt. Lorette, while the Women will compete on Mt. Kidd.

Players will once again be treated to a day of breathtaking Rocky Mountain scenery, picture-perfect fairways, bentgrass greens, tranquil ponds, the occasional wildlife sighting and, of course, the opportunity to compete among the mountains. Click the links below to learn more about Kananaskis Country Golf Course and its rich history.

MT. Kidd Course Tour

MT Lorette Course Tour

Kananaskis Country Golf Course Origins – Alberta Golf Centennial Magazine

The Event

The Alberta Interclub Championship is the second team event of the Alberta Golf season, following the Alberta Best Ball Championship.

The Interclub is contested in a four-person best-ball format, with each team of four split into two-person sides. Each player plays their own ball throughout the hole, with the better score between the two partners counting as the side’s score. Once both sides have completed the hole, the two best-ball scores are combined to determine the team score.

Players can pick up their ball at any time as long as their partner completes the hole, creating opportunities for risk-and-reward decisions and strategic play throughout the round.

The Men’s division is contested as a gross competition, while the Women’s division features both gross and net components.

The Teams

The Interclub format embodies exactly what this championship is about: representing your club and competing for the ultimate provincial bragging rights. Teams are often selected based on performances at their respective club championships, although the process varies from club to club. With so many talented players in the field, this year’s championship is once again wide open.

In the Women’s division, the field will be looking to dethrone the two-time defending gross champions from Country Hills Golf Club. That will be no easy task, however, with Victoria Tse, Meaghan LeBlanc and Joan Wilson all returning to the Country Hills lineup this year.

There is no shortage of teams capable of challenging the defending champions, including Morgan Lederhouse and the Silver Springs squad, Georgia Barr and the Glencoe crew, Lynn Kuehn and Lacombe’s team, among many others. With so much depth across the field, the battle for the championship should be one to watch.

The Men’s division is rarely short on fireworks. Just three years ago, Willow Park needed a playoff to claim the championship, while last year The Winston finished among the final four groups with an impressive team score of 10-under.

The defending champions will be eager to add another trophy to their new clubhouse, but a long list of talented teams will stand in their way. Among the contenders are Adam Reed and the Silver Springs contingent, Greg Stephanson and his Willow Park teammates, Dustin Yeager and the Glencoe crew, Chris Murray and the Priddis Greens team, along with a plethora of other players and teams capable of making a run at the title.

With club pride on the line and one final championship up for grabs, the Alberta Interclub is set to provide a fitting finale to the 2026 Alberta Golf Championship season.

Click the link below to view the pairings and teams competing in this year’s event.

Golf Genius Home Page

The 2026 Men’s Super Senior Championship wrapped up today at Coloniale Golf Club in Beaumont. With a field full of talent, there was no shortage of excitement throughout the tournament.

Day one began with dark skies and rain, but the sky cleared before the first tee time began allowing play to start on time. It sprinkled on and off throughout the day, but it did not keep our players from putting up low numbers. Defending champion Norman Bradley stole the show on day one finishing at three-under. David Schultz who recently finished second after a thrilling two-hole playoff at the Men’s Senior was close behind at two-under. Another Alberta Golf notable name James Varnam finished day one in third at one-under. Gary Dunville, Ronald Mercier, and Ken Griffith all finished the day even putting them tied for fourth heading into the final round.

In the Diamond Division, defending champion Eric Brodie took the solo lead at +7. Gary Praught was close behind at +8, and John Sagi followed at +10.

While the rain stayed away on day two, there was a definite chill in the air signalling the beginning of fall. Despite the cold, players had smiles on their faces and were ready to conquer the final day. Despite Bradley’s lead coming into the day, a rocky front nine put him at -1. On the other hand, Schultz got into a grove early allowing him to take the lead at -4 following the front nine. Schultz remained consistent birdieing or paring the first six holes on the back allowing him to maintain the lead he captured throughout the front. After a fourth bogey on 10 for Bradley he finished the round with two birdies and 6 pars ending the tournament at -2. Despite bogies on 15 and 18, Schultz was able to maintain his lead and finish the tournament at -5, capturing the title of 2026 Super Senior Champion. After a heartbreaking two-hole playoff loss at the Men’s Senior earlier this summer it was clear Schultz wanted the win this week. When asked about this win Schultz said, “It’s great to come and see everybody again and that’s the best part of it, is coming to see everybody, having a good time with everybody, and then playing a little bit of competitive golf.” It is extremely obvious walking around the course before, during, and after their rounds that these players have such strong friendships.

In the Diamond Division Brodie struggled on the front nine dropping him to +18 going into the back. Praught also struggled on the front with six bogies putting him up to +14. Ron Berlando quietly climbed the leaderboard during the front putting him tied with Praught at +14. Berlando and Praught remained close throughout the back nine, but Berlando managed to capture the win by one stroke. When asked about his first Alberta Golf win Berlando said, “At this age I’m extremely happy to have gotten my first championship.”

Additionally, Brian Coston won the 70-74 division finishing the tournament at +8.

Notable Highlights

• Lee Holland had a hole-in-one on Hole #3 (146 yards) on day one.
• Gary Dunville had an albatross on Hole #13 on day one.
• This is David Schultz’s third Super Senior win.
• There were 14 eagles across the two-day tournament.

For the first time, Alberta Golf heads to Coloniale Golf Club for the 2026 Men’s Super Senior. This two-day event takes place on September 3rd and 4th in Beaumont. With a large field and many past Alberta Golf Champions, it is set to be an exciting tournament.

The Event

The Men’s Super Senior became its own event separate from the Men’s Senior four years ago due to high demand. There are no qualifiers for this tournament; however, players do require a Handicap Index of 30.0 or less. The level of competition is high despite no qualifiers as many players have competed in—and won—Alberta Golf events in past years. Players must be 65 or older as of the first day of the Canadian Men’s Senior, and 75 or older to be eligible for the Diamond Division.

Similar to the Men and Women’s Senior Championships held earlier this summer, this event is another opportunity to bring friends together before winter hits and golf takes a pause in Alberta. Many of these players have been competing with one another for many years, so this event is a good way to reconnect.

The Course

Coloniale Golf Club is a new host for Alberta Golf, but it is already clear that this course will pose challenges for the players. Located just south of Edmonton, Coloniale features an 18-hole links style course designed to be played by players of all skill levels. With beautiful lakes and bunkers throughout, it is easy to get caught up in the view, but these features contribute to the challenge of the course. In addition to the course, Coloniale features a practice facility and restaurant to fulfill your needs before and after your round. Coloniale has regularly received a “4 Star Rating” from Golf Digest’s Places to Play proving their high standards.

Read the full course preview written by Gord Montgomery for the 2026 Alberta Golf Yearbook by using the link below. 

Yearbook Preview

The Players

As previously mentioned, the players in this field are highly talented creating an intensely competitive field.

For a full player list and tee times click the link below:

Super Senior Tee Times

Alberta Golf headed south to Connaught Golf Club for the first time in over 40 years for the 2026 U17 Championship. It was evident based on the welcoming environment that the staff and volunteers were excited to host an Alberta Golf Championship. With a field of over 100 players, the competition was intense all three days.

Day one started out brisk, but as the sun came out it warmed up allowing the morning wave a relatively calm day on the course. A majority of the Boys division went out in the morning and scores were close. Benson White was the only player to shoot even par on day one giving him the solo lead. Luca Marengo and Chase Strang were close behind shooting one over.

The Girls division and the remainder of the Boys division headed out in the afternoon, and they were not as lucky with the weather as wind gusts of up to 40km/h were felt throughout their round. Raylee Denton came out of day one as the solo leader shooting 76 with Alessandra Sundquist and Elle Banister following at 79 and 80 respectively.

The wind turned down on day two allowing all players to focus on their game without the added distraction of weather. The Girls division and remainder of the Boys division went out in the morning during day two. Sundquist shot a 76 to give her the solo lead, while Denton and Banister struggled falling a few spots on the leaderboard. Shylee Kostiuk fired a 73, the only even par round by a female competitor, to bring her up the leaderboard and finishing day two tied for second with Sedona Weitz.

White remained consistent staying even at the end of day two maintaining his solo lead. Strang shot a 76 falling to T3 following day two and Marengo struggled dropping him down the leaderboard. Jayden Arnold and Jeevin Dhaliwal both shot 70’s allowing them to climb the leaderboard and enter day three in second and tied for third respectively. With both division leaders ahead by minimal strokes, anyone could capture the victory on day three.

On the girls side, there were five players within two strokes of one another, leading to a day filled with a changing leaderboard. Sundquist struggled early, starting the day with a double bogey, and while she pared the next three holes, she finished the front at +16 overall. Sela Ogada began day three at +11 and after the front she sat at +13 making her the leader as they entered the back. Denton and Weitz remained close behind both sitting at +14. Weitz doubled on 10, but then birdied both 12 and 13 to keep her in the running. Birdies on 10 and 12 for Sundquist brought her back in the mix as she sat at +14. Ogada and Denton traded pars for the first four holes of the back nine keeping them within a stroke of each other. Denton birdied 14 and 15 to give her a one-stroke lead over Ogada. Pars for both Ogada and Denton allowed Denton to maintain her lead heading into 17. Denton struggled on 17 after having bunker trouble leading her to triple bogey. Ogada bogeyed giving her a one stroke lead heading into 18. Birdies for both Denton and Ogada allowed Ogada to capture the victory by a single stroke. When asked about her win, Ogada said, “It feels really good. Because I wasn’t able to play last year in the U17, so I was really happy I was able to come out this year and come out with the win.”

While it was not as close on the boys side as on the girls as White had a three stroke lead heading into the final day, there was still excitement. Bennett Love managed to jump 13 spots up the leaderboard following an impressive 66, allowing him to finish the tournament at +3. It was clear that White was laser-focused heading into day three as he had seven pars, a birdie, and a bogey on the front nine keeping him even. Dhaliwal went into the back at +5 and made a push with four birdies on the back to finish the day at +1. White’s consistency remained, and with four birdies on the back nine he captured the win finishing the tournament at -3. When asked about how he stayed focused despite leading the entire tournament White said, “I just tried to take it one shot at a time, one hole at a time.”

Notable Highlights

• This was both Sela Ogada and Benson White’s final year in the U17 division.
• Benson White was the only player to finish the tournament under par.
• Sedona Weitz was the youngest player in our field at 13-years-old. She finished the tournament T3.
• Alberta Golf heads to Beaumont next week for the final multi-day Championship of the season. Coloniale Golf Club will host the 2026 Men’s Super Senior Championship on September 3rd and 4th.

The final junior championship of the season kicks off tomorrow morning in Medicine Hat. From August 24th to 26th the U17 Championship will take place at Connaught Golf Club with tee times running in a double crossover beginning at 8am and 1pm. Before the first tee time tomorrow, here is everything you need to know about the event, the course, and the players.

The Event

While this event has been a staple for many years, this is only the second year that will be competed as a separate event from the U15 & U13 Championship. The separation of these events allows more players to compete in their age group and for players to compete in another WAGR-ranked tournament—since the U17 Championship now takes place over three days. This event allows players to show off their talent as the next generation of Albertan golfers with yardages comparable to that of the U19 Championship.

With over 100 players set to tee off, it is clear the separation of this event has allowed for growth. This event is open to male and female players under the age of 17 as of August 1st, 2026. A Handicap Index of 25.0 or less is required for male players and 30.0 or less for female players.

The Course

Connaught Golf Club has been a premier facility in the province since its outset over 100 years ago. A fully serviced facility, Connaught has more than just a driving range and putting greens for practice. Their Vallely Practice Area contains various features such as a tee box, fairway, bunkers, and a putting surface. The course itself will challenge players with its tree-lined fairways and greens that require a strong short game.

This is Alberta Golf’s first time back to Connaught since the 1982 Men’s Amateur Championship. Connaught is familiar with hosting major events having hosted the 2022 PGA of Canada Senior Championship. Additionally, Connaught hosted the NAOAGA Annual Meeting and Championship this past June.

Take a closer look at the course and what players will face this week in the full preview written by Jim Clagget for the 2026 Alberta Golf Yearbook. 

Yearbook Preview

The Players

While the defending Girls Champion Saylar May has aged out, the defending Boys Champion Chase Strang will be competing once again. This tournament features the best young talent from across the province, so it will be an exciting event.

For a full player list and tee times click the link below:

U17 Tee Times

U15 & U13 Championships

It is always a treat to head to Alberta Springs Golf Resort as it is a home away from home for Alberta Golf. Their staff is welcoming, and their volunteers are eager to help ensuring the players have the best experience possible. Speaking of the players, it was two days of excitement with multiple hole-in-ones, low scores, and two playoffs to determine a champion.

Day one started off with brisk air and an overcast sky, but as the day went on the sun came out allowing players to focus on their game without any added weather distractions. The first hole-in-one of the tournament came early on during day one by Judah Hornstein on hole 5. Sebastian Rothzen, Edwin Park, Jacob Brunette, and Jack Hamilton finished day one at one under, putting them at T1 in the U15 Boys division. On the U15 Girls side, Camilla Ruesga-Rojas had the solo lead following an impressive 68 featuring six birdies. Defending Champion Danika Horcica was not far behind after she shot 70 putting her only two strokes back entering the final day.

On the U13 side of things, only one player in the Boys division managed to shoot under par—Sutton Ulmer. Ulmer finished the day at two under, with Ronnie Li following at one over, and Kolton Phillips at two over. In the Girls division, Mia He took the lead following day one as she shot 80 while Ain Lee and Christi Zhu followed with 84s.

Day two started with the sun-shining which seemed a good omen for the day to come. Despite it being the final day, you could see the camaraderie between players as they still had fun on the course. One moment that truly captured this friendship occurred following Reilly MacLeod’s hole-in-one on hole 8. Following his ace, him and his group members jumped around hugging and cheering. Additionally, when the group behind heard the commotion there was more congratulations, smiles, and cheering.

For the U13 Boys, 36 holes was not enough, so Ulmer and Phillips headed to a playoff. The first playoff hole had them follow similar lines, and both players pared meaning we headed to the next hole. Once again, the boys followed similar lines and it all came down to what happened on the green. Phillips missed his put for par, leaving the door open for Ulmer who was able to capture the win. Speaking to Ulmer about the playoff following his win he said, “It was really nerve-racking. It was a great two holes. It was against my golf buddy so there was no really good outcome, but it was a fun time.” Not often are playoffs described as ‘fun,’ but anyone watching could see that Ulmer and Phillips were chatting throughout trying to keep things light during a high-pressure moment.

The U13 Girls looked like they too could head to a playoff since going into hole 18 He was at +20, Lee +21, and Zhu +22. Zhu had an exciting hole-in-one on hole 17 to put her back in the running since Lee bogeyed and He triple-bogeyed. Heading down 18 the players remained close to one another, meaning what happened on the green would determine if a winner would be crowned or if a playoff was needed. After He missed her putt for par, Lee successfully sank hers allowing her to capture the win after trailing for the entirety of the tournament. Following her win Lee said, “I went into this tournament not planning to win just planning to have my best and play with my friends,” once again emphasizing the value of friendship throughout this event.

For the U15 Girls, it started close between Ruesga-Rojas and Horcica, but Horcica strung together four birdies in a row allowing her to take the lead. Ruesga-Rojas remained clean throughout the front nine with eight pars and a birdie, but Horcica was gaining speed despite her bogey on eight. Horcica played a clean back nine with four birdies and four pars allowing her to finish the tournament at -10, setting a new ladies competitive course record at 64, and winning the U15 Girls Championship for the second year in a row. When asked about how she felt setting a new course record Horcica said, “It feels amazing. I’ve been working really hard with my game this summer, and it feels really good to see all the hard work paying off.”

It was bound to be an exciting day with the U15 Boys given there were four players tied for first heading into the day; however, it was actually the player sitting at fifth who kept things interesting. Harrison Wells who finished day one even was able to stay consistent during day two to put him in the running for the title as he finished the day +1. Rothzen was +1 heading into 18, so the pressure was on to ensure he stayed in the running. With a large crowd watching, Rothzen made his par putt to keep him at +1 sending him and Wells to a playoff. Rothzen had a good drive down the middle on the first hole of the playoff, whereas Wells was off to the right in some tall grass. Wells recovered with a shot that landed just past the green which he then chipped on. Rothzen’s second shot also landed just over the green, but his third shot left him farther from the pin than he would have liked. Both players bogeyed the first hole, sending us to the next. The second hole of the playoff all came down to putting, but Rothzen left his putt for birdie short, and both him and Wells pared the hole, sending them to another playoff hole. Rothzen and Wells both made it to the green in two, so it once again came down to their putting. After both players missed their birdie putts and finished the hole tied with pars, we headed to what turned out to be the final playoff hole. Both players drives were way right on the side of a hill, and while Rothzen was able to hit his approach shot onto the green, Wells’ shot went over the green, taking a bounce across the cart path along the way. Wells missed his putt for par leaving the door open for Rothzen who remained focused and sank his putt allowing him to claim the title of U15 Boys Champion. When asked what strategies he had to remain calm during the playoff, Rothzen said he focused on, “Really just one shot at a time, taking it play by play.”

All Abilities Championship

The All-Abilities Championship is a highlight on the Alberta Golf calendar each year, and the 2026 edition was no exception as the championship returned to familiar surroundings at The Broadmoor Golf Club in Edmonton.

Following Thursday’s practice round, competitors were ready to get underway for Day 1, taking full advantage of a beautiful afternoon on the course. While there were no hole-in-ones to report, there was no shortage of impressive golf from a field featuring several familiar faces.

In the Women’s Division, Emma Bittorf was the lone competitor, but she delivered a strong opening round, carding an 81 to earn 37 points in the Stableford division.

The Men’s Division quickly developed into a tight race. Spencer Easthope and Grant Lee shared the lead after opening rounds of 76, with Derek Whitson and Bob MacDermott close behind. Easthope also found himself tied for the lead in the Net Division alongside Terry Shwetz, with Kelly Masson just behind.

Day 2 brought a very different atmosphere to The Broadmoor. While the forecast had called for another beautiful day, Alberta’s clouds and smoke moved in early, creating challenging conditions compared to the previous afternoon.

Despite the change in weather, the names at the top of the leaderboard remained familiar. Lee and Whitson battled throughout the front nine, both carding 36 to remain level with where they started the day. Lee then found another gear on the back nine, shooting a two-under-par 34 to finish with a 70.

The performance secured Lee his first Alberta Golf title and his second All-Abilities Championship of the year, following his victory at the BC Golf All-Abilities Championship earlier this season.

In the Net Division, the battle remained close throughout the day, with Masson and Easthope ultimately finishing tied at the top. Masson claimed the title by virtue of his 36-point performance on Day 2, edging Easthope’s 34 points.

Bittorf continued her consistent play in the Women’s Division, carding an 83 and earning 35 points to claim both titles. She credited her success to improving her consistency off the tee, particularly with her fairway woods.

“I’m getting better at hitting it straight with my fairway woods,” Bittorf said.

Fresh off his first Alberta Golf victory, Lee pointed to his performance off the tee as a key factor in his success.

“The driver really helped me on this course. I think I only missed two fairways over the two days,” Lee said.

Lee also dedicated the victory to a late friend who had supported him during his BC All-Abilities Championship win earlier this year. He finished with a simple but powerful message for others following along at home:

“Just keep fighting.”

Masson, a back-to-back champion at the ASSRA AMP Open, was pleased with his overall performance throughout the championship, although he identified one area that did not quite cooperate.

“Definitely not my putting,” he said with a laugh when asked what was working for him.

More importantly, Masson used the opportunity to share a message about inclusion, emphasizing the importance of not placing limitations on people based on whether they have a disability or not.

The 2026 All-Abilities Championship once again showcased the competitive spirit, perseverance and talent of Alberta’s golfers, while highlighting the importance of creating opportunities for everyone to participate and compete in the game of golf.

Full leaderboards for both events can be found below.

U15 & U13 Leaderboards

All Abilities Final Leaderboard

Notable Highlights

• Judah Hornstein, Reilly MacLeod, and Christi Zhu all achieved their first career hole-in-ones during the U15 & U13 Championship.
• Both Boys divisions went to multiple playoff holes to crown a winner.
• Alberta Springs Golf Resort is celebrating 30 years this season and were happy to host an Alberta Golf event during this monumental year.
• Bittorf’s win marks the first successful title defense at the Alberta All Abilities Championship. She also came into the week fresh off other wins this season including the BC Golf All Abilities.
• Lee’s victory marks his first in Alberta in only his second appearance at the All Abilities. Lee is an avid competitor in Alberta and plays in the Men’s Senior Championships as well. Fellow senior Ken Griffith was on the bag for the week.
• Lee won the BC Golf All Abilities Gross Championship earlier this summer.
• Masson’s win is his first at an Alberta Golf event, and will look to use the momentum at the ASSRA AMP Open in September.
  

The Alberta All Abilities Championship may not boast the largest field on Alberta Golf’s calendar, but it may very well be its most meaningful. Now entering its fourth year, the championship returns to Edmonton for 2026—more specifically, to a familiar venue for many of its competitors: The Broadmoor Golf Course in Sherwood Park.

With play set to begin tomorrow afternoon, here’s everything you need to know ahead of this year’s championship.

The Course

The Broadmoor Golf Course, commonly known as The Broadmoor, will host the fourth annual Alberta All Abilities Championship. The course has already proven to be a strong home for inclusive competition, having previously hosted the 2024 Alberta All Abilities Championship, the 2021 Alberta Women’s Amateur Championship and the 2023 ASSRA AMP Open.

That history, combined with The Broadmoor’s ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive environment and continually improving the experience for its players, made a return visit an easy decision for Alberta Golf.

The Broadmoor’s dedication to accessibility and inclusion extends well beyond hosting tournaments. To learn more about the course’s decision to welcome the championship back and its plans for continued improvement, read more at the link below.

The Broadmoor sees All Abilities As a chance to foster inclusion in golf – By Gord Montgomery

The Event

The Alberta All Abilities Championship has been part of the Alberta golf calendar since 2023, when the inaugural championship was held at McCall Lake Golf Course in Calgary.

The championship provides a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for golfers with disabilities to compete at a high level while earning rankings toward the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD). The event is open to male and female golfers of any handicap, with the only requirement being that players hold an EDGA Pass.

EDGA Website

Alberta was the third province and fourth Canadian golf association to establish an All Abilities Championship, helping further expand competitive opportunities for golfers with disabilities across the country.

While the competition is serious, the atmosphere surrounding the championship is what makes it truly special. A strong sense of camaraderie exists among the players, and that spirit can be felt throughout the entire week. It is a championship where competition and community go hand in hand.

Alberta Golf remains committed to growing the event through collaboration with other provincial golf and sporting associations. New for 2026, winners will be recognized in each sport classification division, while the championship will also have gendered men’s and women’s net and gross divisions.

The Players

Make no mistake: this is a talented field.

Defending men’s gross champion Kiefer Jones, the No. 1-ranked blind golfer in the world, will not be competing this year, but there is still no shortage of accomplished players ready to make their mark.

Here are some of the names to watch this week:

• Grant Lee — BC All Abilities Gross Champion
• Bob MacDermott — 2024 Alberta All Abilities Gross Champion
• Kelly Masson — Back-to-back ASSRA AMP Open Champion
• Emma Bittorf — Defending Alberta All Abilities Net Champion
• Spencer Easthope — No. 2 in the WR4GD Net Rankings
• Kyle Miller — No. 24 in the WR4GD Gross Neurologic Rankings

With a talented field, a familiar and welcoming venue, and a championship built around both competition and inclusion, the 2026 Alberta All Abilities Championship promises to be another memorable week for Alberta golf.

The field may be smaller than some of Alberta Golf’s other championships, but the impact of this event is anything but.

Alberta Springs Golf Resort is no stranger to hosting junior events, and this year is no different as they host the U15 & U13 Championship on August 17th and 18th. Here is everything you need to know before they tee off tomorrow morning at 8am.

The Event

The U15 & U13 Championship began back in 2013 and was originally combined with the U17 Championship. Last year the Championship became its own event and saw massive success that Alberta Golf hopes to repeat in coming years. Giving these juniors their own two-day event relieves the pressure that comes with playing with older players. Male players must have a Handicap Index of 30 or less, and female players have no handicap requirements. Additionally, all players must be active Golf Canada members.

Players will compete in two rounds totalling 36 holes across the two-day event. This event is unique as there are four divisions competing simultaneously—U15 Girls, U15 Boys, U13 Girls, U13 Boys.

The Course

With 18 beautiful holes, Alberta Springs also features an aquatic driving range that players can take advantage of when warming up. Having hosted junior events for multiple years both the course and players are familiar with one another. Despite this familiarity, players will face challenges throughout the course in places where precision and smart gameplay are key to success. Players will be playing from various tees with distances ranging from 5000-6300 yards depending on the division.

The Players

With only one returning champion in the field, new champions will be crowned in what is set to be an exciting event. This tournament is a great stepping stone from the McLennan Ross Alberta Junior Tour as players can take everything they learned and apply it in a multi-day Provincial Championship.

To read Jim Clagget’s preview from the 2026 Alberta Golf Yearbook, click the link below:

Yearbook Preview

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U15 & U13 Tee Times

The 90th Alberta Open Championship wrapped up yesterday, and what a special week it was. From challenging weather and leaderboard movement to a playoff finish for the Men’s Championship, there was no shortage of excitement throughout the week. Let’s take a look at everything that happened.

Round 1

Round one started cold and gloomy, but that didn’t stop the morning wave from heating up on the course.

On the Women’s side, Jayla Kucy jumped out to an early lead with a 74 (+2), while familiar names such as Sydney Bisgrove, Tessa Ion, and Camilla Ruesga-Rojas remained only a few shots back.

On the Men’s side, Brendan MacDougall’s return to Alberta Golf events was highlighted by a stunning 65 (-7). Dillon Batsel, Brett Jones, and Hunter Thomson followed closely behind, all remaining within a few shots of the lead.

In the afternoon, the skies opened up and play was delayed due to lightning. Players were eventually able to return to the course, but despite everyone’s best efforts, two groups were required to return the following morning to complete their final two holes.

Round 2

The rain from the previous day continued for most of Day Two. The two groups that had not completed their opening rounds returned in the morning to finish before preparing to head back out onto the course.

Due to the rain and pooling water around the course, play was suspended for another hour. Play eventually resumed and was completed, and the day even turned into a beautiful evening, with the sun shining on the afternoon groups.

Kucy remained focused and continued to display impressive golf, firing a 71 (-1) to extend her lead to five shots.

The Men’s leaderboard received plenty of attention as MacDougall fired a 69 to reach 10-under par. Thomson posted the low round of the day with a 66 to join MacDougall at the top, while Batsel continued his steady play with another 67 to complete the three-way tie for the lead.

Final Day

The final day followed a similar story to the opening round, starting off cold before rain moved in during the afternoon.

In the Women’s Division, Kucy faltered slightly with a 75, her highest score of the week, but was able to right the ship and fend off a charging Bisgrove, who fired a 71 to finish second. She remarked that is was a great way to end her Alberta season as she heads back to school on Monday. “I felt like I was playing well all week throughout my bag, but my lag putting really helped including making some bombs” she added when discussing her play this week.

In the Professional Division, Shaye Leidenius and Sarah Armstrong battled throughout the week, but Leidenius was able to fend her off thanks to her impressive opening rounds of 76 and 74. Leidenius went home with the $3,000 first-place professional cheque.

The Men’s Division had no shortage of fireworks, and the back nine had everyone watching the leaderboard as several players remained in contention.

At the turn, it looked like it was going to be a two-person race, with MacDougall and Batsel pulling slightly away from Thomson. Everything changed on No. 15, when Thomson went on a run of three consecutive birdies to tie MacDougall for the lead.

On the 18th, MacDougall and Thomson both hit impressive third shots, leaving themselves with almost identical putts. MacDougall drilled his for birdie, leaving it up to Thomson to match him.
“I didn’t think I made it,” Thomson remarked with a chuckle after the round.

But he did.

After the cards were signed, a playoff was needed to determine the Alberta Open Champion.
The playoff hole, No. 18 on Raven, was a little wet but ready to go. The two players hit identical drives and second shots, but their third shots were a little different. Thomson came out of the bunker a little long, while MacDougall was hitting from the fairway and left himself with a 10-footer.

It seemed like the advantage was with MacDougall until a great up-and-down from Thomson and a narrowly missed putt from MacDougall meant it was back to the tee.

Once again, the players played the hole almost identically. Their approach shots impressed all the dedicated fans gathered around the green, but Thomson had the edge, leaving himself with a very short putt.

MacDougall hit his eight-footer and, once again, narrowly missed. This left Thomson with a tap-in to become the Alberta Open Champion.

After the round, Thomson mentioned how nice it was to be home following a busy stretch with the PGA TOUR Americas. He also reflected on the significance of the victory, saying, “how cool is it that my name is on something that Moe Norman also won.”

The Low Amateur competition on the Men’s side was a two-horse race throughout the entire week between the defending Men’s Amateur Champion and the previous Men’s Amateur Champion. The two had also just come off a battle at the top of the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship. Tobias Buffam was able to best Brett Jones with a birdie on his final hole.

With Tobias claiming the first Morse Cup Team spot and Brett claiming the second, Jesse Galvon will round out the 2027 Morse Cup Team.

The full leaderboard for all divisions can be found below.

Full Leaderboard – 90th Alberta Open

A Tremendous Host

With all the delays and inclement weather throughout the week, Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club was a tremendous host. The club showcased its amazing attention to detail, assisting with moving players and getting them onto the course when required.

They also did an incredible job supporting Alberta Golf’s newest addition to The Open, the exclusive Players’ Lounge. The lounge provided players with breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout all three days of the championship.

The support from Priddis Greens throughout the week cannot be understated, including the tremendous efforts of the many volunteers who were present throughout the championship.

Notable Highlights

• The 90th Alberta Open Men’s Championship was won with a birdie on the second playoff hole.
• This marks the first time, to Alberta Golf’s knowledge, that an amateur has technically claimed all three Morse Cup Team spots through winning the Alberta Men’s Amateur Championship, winning Low Amateur at the Alberta Open, and being the best Alberta finisher at the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship.
• Jayla Kucy’s win is her first Alberta Golf victory since 2020, when she won the U15 Girls’ Championship. She has had several close calls over the past few years, including two top 10 finishes in the Women’s Amateur, one of which saw her get an interprovincial team spot in 2025.
• This is the second time that the Alberta Open Women’s Division has been won by an amateur player.