16 players are within five strokes of earning an exemption into the PGA TOUR Americas Manitoba Open entering Wednesday’s final round of the Nott Autocorp Men’s Amateur Championship at St. Boniface Golf Club.

First round co-leader Rory Neill (Glendale Golf & Country Club) shot a 1-over par 73 Tuesday to sit atop of the leaderboard through 36 holes at 2-under par 142.

Jay Doyle (Niakwa Country Club) is alone in second place at 1-under par 143 following a 73. He, and Neill, are the only players under par in the field.

Patrick Perrin (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) and Kaleb Lambert (Elmhurst) sit T3 on the leaderboard at even par while Nathan Lepore (Centennial Pines Golf Course) and Allan McDonald (Breezy Bend Country Club) round out the top five at 1-over par 145. Lepore had an impressive round Tuesday at 3-under par 69 featuring seven birdies.

For Wednesday’s final round tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

We encourage all golf enthusiasts to join us at St. Boniface Golf Club to walk the course and enjoy the final round. Admission is free.

Rory Neill (Glendale Golf & Country Club) and Jordan Walford (Whitewater Golf Club) share the lead at 3-under par following the opening round of the Nott Autocorp Men’s Amateur Championship at St. Boniface Golf Club.

Neill’s round featured six birdies while Walford had five enroute to the 69, good for a one stroke advantage on Jay Doyle (Niakwa Country Club).

Doyle is no stranger to St. Boniface having previously won the 2023 Hodson Financial Men’s Senior and 2015 Diamond Athletic Men’s Mid-Amateur Championships at this course.

Kaleb Lambert (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) and Tyler Polanski (Elmhurst) are the only other players to break par with a 1-under 71.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

For Tuesday’s second round tee times, click here.

The 115th playing of the Nott Autocorp Men’s Amateur Championship tees off at 7:30 Monday morning at St. Boniface Golf Club.

The three day, 54 hole event will feature 102 competitors including defending champion Evan Nachtigall (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club), 2026 Elmhurst Invitational Champion Tyson Ehnes (Lorette Golf Course), 2026 Elmhurst Invitational Junior Boys Champion Adam Blair (Elmhurst) and 2026 Men’s Match Play Champion David Spurr (Elmhurst). The field will be cut to the low 50% and ties, plus anyone within 10 strokes of first place for Wednesday’s final round.

St. Boniface Golf Club, a par 72, will play 6,348 yards for the championship.

“We are excited to be hosting the Nott Autocorp Men’s Amateur Championship” said Director of Golf Steve Wood. “We feel our course is in fantastic condition and will be a great test of golf for our region’s best amateur players. I feel many players may underestimate the golf course because it is a shorter course by today’s standards, but don’t take the lack of length for granted thinking it will be easy. Players will have to have their wedge and putting games on this week.”

The top three finishers on the leaderboard will earn a spot on Team Manitoba to represent our province at the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship. The Champion receives an exemption to compete at the PGA TOUR Americas Manitoba Open at Elmhurst Golf & Country Club this August.

For tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

Registration by Member Clubs:

Bel Acres Golf & Country Club (1)
Breezy Bend Country Club (5)
Bridges Golf Course (1)
Centennial Pines Golf Course (1)
Elmhurst Golf & Country Club (13)
EVO Golf (1)
Fort William Country Club (1)
Gilbert Plains Country Club (1)
Glendale Golf & Country Club (8)
Golf Manitoba Public Players Club (5)
Golf Ontario Public Players Club (1)
La Broquerie Golf (2)
Larters at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club (1)
Lorette Golf Course (1)
Neepawa Golf & Country Club (1)
Niakwa Country Club (8)
Oak Island Resort (1)
Pine Ridge Golf Club (6)
Quarry Oaks Golf Course (3)
Rossmere Country Club (6)
St. Boniface Golf Club (5)
St. Charles Country Club (5)
Selkirk Golf & Country Club (2)
Shilo Country Club (3)
Southwood Golf & Country Club (8)
Steinbach Fly-In Golf Club (1)
Teulon Golf & Country Club (1)
Transcona Golf Club (2)
Wheat City Golf Course (1)
Whispering Winds of Warren Golf & Country Club (2)
Whitewater Golf Club (5)

With our 2026 championship season underway, Golf Manitoba would like acknowledge our Official Performance Partners:

Sport Manitoba

Manitoba Blue Cross

PUMA GOLF – Ryan Sommerfeld, PGA of Canada, Territory Manager

Taylormade Canada – Eric Johnson, Sales & Marketing Territory Manager

Stay connected on the course by following Golf Manitoba’s official Facebook, Instagram  
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It is with profound sadness the Speirs family announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Gavin Robert Speirs, on July 2, 2026.

Gavin is lovingly remembered by the love of his life and wife of 56 years, Lois (née Cooper); his sons, Robert (Natalie Carriere) and Adam (Kristin); his sisters, Catherine Tucker and Mary Hunter; his cherished niece, Anne Turner, whom he loved like a daughter; and his treasured grandchildren, Grayson, Carrie, Harper, Kennedy and Declan, whom he proudly considered his fifth grandchild.

He was predeceased by his parents, Gavin “Guy” Tully Speirs and Elma Speirs (née McFetridge), and his sister, Elspeth “Ellie” Turner.

Raised in Winnipeg’s West End, Gavin developed a lifelong love of sport at an early age, playing hockey with Orioles Community Club and golfing at Assiniboine Golf Club. A gifted athlete, he represented Manitoba on several Provincial golf teams and played hockey for the University of Manitoba Bisons, serving as assistant captain on the 1964–65 national championship team. His love of hockey even took him overseas to play professionally in Cologne, Germany.

In 1970, Gavin married Lois, beginning a remarkable partnership that would span more than five decades. Together they built a family rooted in love, laughter and unwavering support. Gavin was a devoted father who coached Rob and Adam in hockey, introduced them to the game of golf, and spent countless hours alongside them on courses and at rinks across Manitoba.

Golf remained one of Gavin’s greatest passions throughout his life. A proud member of Southwood Golf & Country Club and later St. Charles Country Club, he earned the respect of golfers across the province through both his talent and his character. He won three Manitoba Senior Championships and was honoured with induction into the Manitoba Golf Hall of Fame. Yet, those who knew Gavin understood that the trophies were never what mattered most. He loved the challenge of competition, the friendships forged over a round of golf, the post-round handshake, and sharing a beer while reliving every shot.

Above all else, Gavin was devoted to his family. Nothing brought him greater joy than being “Pop.” Whether driving grandchildren to and from school/games/recitals/competitions, sharing stories, or simply listening, he made each of them feel loved, valued and supported. His patience, kindness and presence created a foundation that will remain with them forever.

To his family, Gavin was our anchor. He was always there—with steady advice and encouragement when it was needed, and unconditional love every step of the way. He taught us by example how to compete with integrity, how to treat people with respect, and how to be there for the people you love.

Dad, you were one of the very best. We will miss your guidance, your humour, your strength, and your unwavering love. Thank you for everything you gave us. We promise to take care of Mom, just as you took care of all of us. We will miss you dearly and love you always.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to KidSport Manitoba.

WINNIPEG – In the wake of severe flooding that forced the postponement of the 2026 Diamond Athletic Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship at Gilbert Plains Country Club, Golf Manitoba has finalized the rescheduled tournament details

The 54-hole championship will now take place July 21-22, 2026, at the Quarry Oaks Golf Course in Steinbach, Manitoba.

Field Openings & Registration Lottery

Due to the change in dates and venue, several previously registered competitors have had to withdraw leaving approximately 20% of the field vacant. To ensure a robust and competitive field, Golf Manitoba is re-opening registration to all age-eligible golfers to fill the remaining spots, up to a maximum field size of 60 players.

To ensure fairness for all new applicants, a random lottery draft will be conducted from the pool of additional registrations to fill the available spots.

• Registration Window: Registration will be open from Friday, July 10 at 12:00 PM and will close on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

Supporting Gilbert Plains

Our thoughts remain with the community, staff, and leadership at Gilbert Plains Country Club during this incredibly challenging time. In recognition of these unfortunate circumstances, Golf Manitoba will donate a portion of the proceeds from all new registrations to Gilbert Plains Country Club to assist with their recovery efforts.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Contact Information

For questions regarding registration, please contact Sam Beavis-Hickey, Director of Competitions & Rules at sam@golfmb.ca or at 204.770.4172.

For all other inquiries, please contact Golf Manitoba Executive Director Jared Ladobruk at jared@golmb.ca.

Hunter Oakden (Team Manitoba / Wheat City Golf Course) and Camryn Thomas (Team Manitoba / St. Charles Country Club) are the 2026 Junior Boys and Girls Champions.

Oakden made an eagle on par five – second hole at Pine Ridge Golf Club which was selected as the first playoff hole versus Gavin Carver (Team Manitoba / St. Charles) and Adam Blair (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) for victory.

All three players finished the 54 hole event at 3-over par 219.

Other division winners:

12 & Under Boys: Tiago Miranda (Team Manitoba / St. Charles)
13 & 14 Boys: Tomas Scarcello (Pine Ridge)
15 & 16 Boys: Hunter Oakden (Team Manitoba / Wheat City)
17 & 18 Boys: Adam Blair (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst)

For the final Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

To view the Junior Boys Championship photo gallery, click here.

Oakden, Blair and Carver will now make up Team Manitoba to represent our province at the Canadian Junior Boys Championship in Regina.

Thomas, who won the Women’s City & District Championship and finished T3 at the Diamond Athletic Women’s Amateur, continued an impressive 2026 Championship Season with a one stroke decision over Jewel Lafleche (Niakwa Country Club). Angelina Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst) won the bronze medal.

Other division winners:

12 & Under Girls: Leah Klippenstein (Team Manitoba / Glendale Golf & Country Club)
13 & 14 Girls: Angelina Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst)
15 & 16 Girls: Camryn Thomas (Team Manitoba / St. Charles)
17 & 18 Girls: Kailie Matthews (Kelowna Golf & Country Club)

For the final Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

To view the Junior Girls Photo Gallery, click here.

Thomas, Lafleche and Sitarz will represent as Team Manitoba at the Canadian Junior Girls Championship in Toronto.

We appreciate the time and effort of our host facility, Pine Ridge Golf Club led by General Manager Jason Ludke, PGA of Manitoba Head Professional Shane Dick, Golf Shop Manager Ron Bilawka, Course Superintendent Jeremy Sokal, Food & Beverage Manager Heather Mahood, their staff and membership for your warm welcome.

Camryn Thomas (Team Manitoba / St. Charles Country Club) has a two stroke lead on Jewel Lafleche (Niakwa Country Club) entering Thursday’s final round of the Junior Girls Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation at Pine Ridge Golf Club.

Thomas shot an 82 in her second round to sit at 14-over par 158 through 36 holes.

Lafleche has carded back to back 80’s and has a four stroke lead on third seeded Payton Chapman (Team Manitoba / Glendale Golf & Country Club) who shot two straight 82’s.

For the Junior Girls final round tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Junior Girls leaderboard, click here.

Brady Comaskey (Team Manitoba / Pine Ridge) and Gavin Carver (Team Manitoba / St. Charles) share the Junior Boys Championship lead at even par 144 through two rounds.

Carver carded a 3-under par 69 in a round that featured a 29 on the back nine with an eagle and five birdies.

Comaskey also had an impressive Wednesday at 1-under par 71 starting the day with three birdies in the opening four holes.

Hunter Oakden (Team Manitoba / Wheat City Golf Course) is one stroke off the lead following a 1-over par 73.

For the Junior Boys final round tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Junior Boys leaderboard, click here.

Adam Blair (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) was the lone player in the 88 person field to go under par in the opening round of the Junior Boys and Girls Championships presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation at Pine Ridge Golf Club.

Blair’s 2-under par 70 gives him a two stroke lead over Hunter Oakden (Team Manitoba / Wheat City Golf Course) and a three stroke advantage on Hudson Hunnie (Team Manitoba / Rossmere Country Club), Brady Comaskey (Team Manitoba / Pine Ridge) and Ryder St. Laurent (Team Manitoba / Niakwa Country Club) in the Junior Boys Championship.

Camryn Thomas (Team Manitoba / St. Charles Country Club) and Angelina Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst) share the lead in the Junior Girls Championship at 4-over par 76 entering Wednesday’s second round.

They sit four strokes ahead of Jewel Lafleche (Niakwa) and six up on Payton Chapman (Team Manitoba / Glendale Golf & Country Club).

For the Junior Boys tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Junior Boys leaderboard, click here.

For the Junior Girls tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Junior Girls leaderboard, click here.

Golf Manitoba, in association with Golf Canada, is pleased to welcome Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club as our newest member club.

Located west of The Pas off Highway #283, this nine hole course built in 1952 welcome golfers of all ages and skill level to play from two sets of tee boxes ranging from 3,216 to 3,299 yards.

The fully licensed clubhouse includes a restaurant available to host both family and corporate gatherings, fundraising events and weddings. They also have a small proshop.

A driving range and putting green is available to get you ready for your round.

The feature hole at Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club is the par four, fourth hole that allows golfers to carry the water off the tee with a good drive, or else course management comes into play to avoid losing a ball!

As an official Golf Manitoba / Canada member club, all rounds played at Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club are acceptable for handicap purposes and may be recorded toward establishing or maintaining an official Golf Canada Handicap Index.

To reserve a tee time or for more information, call the proshop at (204) 627-2300 or click here to book a tee time online.

You can also follow Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club on Facebook and Instagram.

72 Junior Boys and 16 Junior Girls are vying for the Junior Boys and Girls Championships presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation Tuesday through Thursday at Pine Ridge Golf Club.

The three day, 54 hole event will have a new champion in 2026 as Spence Mott (Shilo Country Club) and three time champion Addison Kartusch (St. Charles Country Club) have aged out.

“Pine Ridge Golf Club is thrilled to officially welcome the provinces top young talent as the proud host of the Junior Boys & Girls Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation.” said Pine Ridge Golf Club General Manager Jason Ludke. “Our historic course is in excellent condition and ready to test the skill, strategy, and sportsmanship of Manitoba’s finest junior golfers. We are honoured to partner with Golf Manitoba and look forward to delivering an exceptional, memorable championship experience for all competitors, families, and spectators.”

Pine Ridge will play to a par 72 for both the Boys and Girls Championships. The Boys will be tested at approximately 6,300 yards while the Girls will navigate approximately 5,600 yards.

“Pine Ridge will offer a true test of golf for these players” added Ludke. “Accuracy off the tee will be important and competitors will need to pay close attention to where they leave their approach shots. The undulation of the Donald Ross greens will play a factor and hitting shots to the middle on most greens will be an excellent strategy for all players this week.”

For the Junior Boys tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Junior Boys leaderboard, click here.

For the Junior Girls tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Junior Girls leaderboard, click here.

Registration by Member Clubs:

Anderson’s Homestead Golf Course (1)
Assiniboine Golf Club (1)
Bel Acres Golf & Country Club (2)
Breezy Bend Country Club (2)
Bridges Golf Course (1)
Carman Golf & Curling Club (1)
Elmhurst Golf & Country Club (10)
Gilbert Plains Country Club (1)
Glendale Golf & Country Club (8)
Golf Alberta Public Players Club (1)
Golf Manitoba Public Players Club (12)
Golf Ontario Public Players Club (4)
Heron Landing Golf Course (1)
Kelowna Golf & Country Club – British Columbia (2)
Larters at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club (1)
Minnewasta Golf & Country Club (2)
Niakwa Country Club (3)
Pine Ridge Golf Club (6)
Quarry Oaks Golf Course (1)
Rossmere Country Club (5)
St. Boniface Golf Club (1)
St. Charles Country Club (8)
Scotswood Links (3)
Selkirk Golf & Country Club (2)
Shilo Country Club (1)
Southwood Golf & Country Club (2)
Spring Lakes Golf Club – Ontario (1)
Wheat City Golf Course (2)
Whitewater Golf Club (3)

With our 2026 championship season underway, Golf Manitoba would like acknowledge our Official Performance Partners:

Sport Manitoba

Manitoba Blue Cross

PUMA GOLF – Ryan Sommerfeld, PGA of Canada, Territory Manager

Taylormade Canada – Eric Johnson, Sales & Marketing Territory Manager

Stay connected on the course by following Golf Manitoba’s official Facebook, Instagram  
and X accounts.