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.

One of Alberta Golf’s oldest and most prestigious championships is set to tee off for the 90th time this week, and the venue selected for this milestone edition is no stranger to the bright lights that come with an event of this calibre.

Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club will host the Alberta Open Championship from August 11–13, setting the stage for what promises to be one of the most exciting editions of the championship yet.

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the 90th Alberta Open.

The Course

While relatively young compared to some of Alberta’s most historic golf clubs, Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club has quickly established itself as one of the province’s premier golf destinations.

Set against a stunning natural backdrop with the Rocky Mountains on the horizon, the facility offers an exceptional blend of beauty and performance. From its impressive practice range and performance centre to a clubhouse overlooking the surrounding landscape, every aspect of Priddis Greens reflects a commitment to high-level golf.

With 36 holes available to members, the facility has become a destination worthy of hosting some of the biggest events in Canadian golf. That reputation was further cemented through three successful editions of the CPKC Women’s Open, giving Priddis Greens valuable experience on the national stage and preparing the club for another major week of competition.

For the Alberta Open, players will compete exclusively on the Raven Course. While only one of the club’s two courses will be in play, as John Wilson explains in his interview, the Raven will provide more than enough challenge for the field.

Click the link below to read the full interview with John as part of the 2026 Alberta Golf Yearbook, where he discusses the appeal of the Alberta Open, the challenges players will face at Priddis Greens, and what makes the club such a special place to host this championship.

2026 YEarbook Preview – The Alberta Open

The Event

The Alberta Open brings together some of the province’s best players, giving professional and amateur competitors — men and women — the opportunity to compete for a provincial championship on the same stage.

On the men’s side, a field of 102 players will compete through the first two rounds before the field is cut to the top 60 and ties for the final round, where the 2026 Alberta Open Men’s Champion will be crowned.

The Women’s division will feature no cut, with the entire field competing across all three rounds.

By the end of championship week, multiple titles will be awarded across both divisions, including Low Amateur, Low Professional, and the Alberta Open Men’s and Women’s Championships.

The Alberta Open has experienced its share of highs and lows throughout its long and storied history, but as the championship approaches its 90th edition, it enters this milestone year with considerable momentum.

In 2025, Alberta Golf introduced a Women’s division, creating another opportunity for female golfers to compete at the highest level in the province. The response has been encouraging. In just its second year, the division has grown enough to fill its field, offering a promising indication of what the future could hold.

As Alberta Golf looks ahead, there are plenty of opportunities to continue elevating the championship. Potential sponsorship opportunities, continued growth of the Women’s division and both championship purses, a renewed focus on the event’s rich history, official merchandise, and an enhanced player experience are all part of the conversation as the Alberta Open continues to build toward its next chapter.

The 90th edition is more than another tournament — it’s an opportunity to celebrate the history of the championship while laying the foundation for where it can go next.

The Players

There will be no shortage of local talent on either side of the field, with a number of Alberta’s top players set to compete for a championship at one of the province’s premier golf facilities.

With plenty of star power, experience and emerging talent in the field, the race for the Alberta Open title should be one to watch from the opening tee shot to the final putt.

Here’s a look at some of the notable names in the field:

Click the buttons below to see the pairings and tee times for Rounds 1 & 2.

Round 1 Pairings

Round 2 Pairings

The Alberta Open is drawing closer each day, and the 90th edition is shaping up to be one of the most memorable in the championship’s history. Over nine decades, the Alberta Open has experienced an eventful evolution—from serving as one of the province’s flagship championships in its early years, to periods of cancellation, to a stop on the Canadian Tour, and now to its current role as a true provincial open welcoming professionals, amateurs, men, and women alike. There is no more fitting venue to celebrate this milestone than Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club, which will host the championship August 11–13.

Designed by Alberta Golf Hall of Fame member Bill Newis, Priddis Greens is a modern facility with a distinguished history of championship golf. The club has hosted the Canadian Women’s Open—now the CPKC Women’s Open—on three occasions, first in 1999 and most recently in 2016 when fan favourite Brooke Henderson claimed the title. Hosting events of this calibre has become second nature at Priddis Greens, with many tournament traditions now part of its daily operations, from starters on the first tee and daily pin sheets to painted cups and other championship details. While competitors will only face the Raven Course, its challenging 18-hole layout will provide a fitting test for every player in the field.

Priddis Greens G&CC Website

The Alberta Open has become a true provincial championship with the addition of a Women’s Division in 2025, and the field continues to grow. This year’s championship has expanded from 20 competitors in its inaugural year to a full field of 40 players. The amateur contingent features many of Alberta’s brightest stars, including Saylar May (2025 U17 and U19 Champion), Tessa Ion (113th Alberta Women’s Amateur Champion), and Sydney Bisgrove, the inaugural Alberta Open Women’s Champion. Alexis Skyesong also returns to Alberta Golf championship competition for the first time since representing the province on the Women’s Interprovincial Team in 2018. On the professional side, Nicola Greaves, Jennifer Ha, Dorothy Schultz, and Sarah Armstrong headline a talented field competing for the title.

The Men’s Division is equally deep, featuring past champions and some of the province’s top talent. Wes Heffernan returns as a perennial favourite as he continues his pursuit of Stan Leonard’s record of nine Alberta Open victories. Defending champion Benson White, who also holds the distinction of being the youngest Low Amateur in Alberta Open history, will look to retain his title. Leading the amateur field is Tobias Buffam, fresh off his victory at the 114th Alberta Men’s Amateur Championship. The professional field also welcomes several Alberta players back home following their time on PGA TOUR Americas, including Hunter Thomson, Brendan MacDougall, and Max Sekulic. Another notable addition is Kiefer Jones, the world’s No. 1 blind golfer, who is set to make his Alberta Open debut.

With a championship-calibre venue and one of the strongest fields in recent memory, the stage is set for a memorable 90th Alberta Open. Players and spectators can also look forward to several new additions around the championship that will further enhance the event experience. One final qualifier remains, currently scheduled for July 20. Once that concludes, the field will be finalized, and anticipation will continue building toward the opening round on August 11.