The PGA Tour Americas is back in action this year as Elmhurst Golf & Country Club hosts the 2026 Manitoba Open Thursday, August 20th to Sunday, August 23rd.

This event has raised significant amounts over the years for various charities in our community, and this year, we are excited to announce that True North Youth Foundation (TNYF) will be the returning charitable partner.

James Richardson & Sons Ltd. and the Johnston Group are proud partners in presenting the event.

Your $55 registration fee (free for volunteers 18 or under) entitles you to a logoed uniform (shirt/hat combo with retail value of $120) plus a minimum of one daily breakfast or lunch buffet during your volunteer shift(s) (retail value $25). Charity, merchandise and great food, not to mention the “inside the ropes” experience at a first-class professional golf tournament, is a combination that is hard to beat!

The Manitoba Open has been a tradition in our province since 1919, making it one of the oldest professional events in the country. Help promote the game we all love in your community by volunteering your time to help!

Volunteer positions in scoring, parking, marshalling, spotting, hospitality, player transportation, and event setup are just some of the ways you can get involved. Need help registering, or have a specific question? Please contact volunteerservices@manitobaopen.com

Please visit the volunteer registration site at this link https://admitone.com/events/springfield/community/sports/2026-manitoba-open-volunteer-registration/Y869Z8 for more information.

Caddies:

Get inside the ropes at the 2026 Manitoba Open and caddie for one of golf’s up-and-coming stars making their way to the PGA TOUR. You will love the experience! The Manitoba Open has been a tradition in our province since 1919, making it one of the oldest professional events in the country. Help promote the game we all love in your community by volunteering your time to help!

The 2026 Manitoba Open requires more than 70 caddies to make the event possible!

To caddie, you must be familiar with golf etiquette and the basic rules of golf. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Caddie Master, Jeremy Kehler, at caddiemaster@manitobaopen.com

To register as a caddie, pleaser follow this link: https://admitone.com/events/springfield/community/sports/2026-manitoba-open-caddie-registration/8MHZZ4

Rory Neill (Glendale Golf & Country Club) carded a 3-under par 69 on Tuesday to open the Canadian University / College Championships in Quebec and will enter the second round T5 on the leaderboard, just three strokes off the lead.

Neill’s round featured four birdies, 13 pars and one bogey.

Luke Macpherson of Queen’s is alone in first place through 18 holes following a bogey free 6-under par 66.

Also representing the Bisons are:

T25 Derek Benson (Golf Manitoba Public Players Club) 73 (+1)
T25 Ryan Blair (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) 73 (+1)
T51 Ethan Portey (Golf Manitoba Public Players Club) 75 (+3)
T83 Tyler Polanski (Elmhurst) 80 (+8)

In the Team Championship, the Bisons are in sixth place at 2-over par 290, seven stroke behind first place Queen’s.

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

For the leaderboard, click here.

Golf Manitoba would like to inform all interested competitors the deadline to register for the Diamond Athletic Men’s Mid-Amateur & Women’s Amateur Championships is extended to Thursday, June 18th at 11:59pm.

This year’s championships are scheduled for July 1st to 3rd at Gilbert Plains Country Club.

For more information on the Diamond Athletic Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, click here.

For more information on the Diamond Athletic Women’s Amateur Championship, click here.

Five members of the University of Manitoba Bisons are in Levis, Quebec this week getting set to tee of Tuesday in the Canadian University / College Championship on the South Course at Golf la Tempete.

Representing are Derek Benson, Ryan Blair, Rory Neill, Tyler Polanski and Ethan Portey in the four day, 72 hole championship.

For tee times, click here.

For the leaderboard, click here.

A memorable weekend at Winkler Centennial Golf Course came to an end late Sunday afternoon as the Champions were crowned in the 2026 All Abilities, U15 and Women’s City & District Championships.

Kristian Hammerback (Southwood Golf & Country Club) earned his fourth consecutive All Abilities Gross Division Championship shooting an impressive 2-under par 69 for an eight stroke victory over Spencer Easthope and Dave Marchand, both of Alberta. Hammerback finished at 5-over par 145. Marchand won the Net Stableford Division Championship with 79 points, four better than Hammerback.

Golf Manitoba would also like to congratulate Patrick Cloutier on shooting a 48 to win the nine hole Special Olympics Division Championship on Sunday morning by six strokes over Matthew Watters.

For the final Manitoba Blue Cross All Abilities leaderboard, click here.

Grant Secord (Team Manitoba / St. Charles Country Club) carded a 1-over par 72 in his final round to win the the U15 Boys Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation with a 7-over par 149 total, eight strokes ahead of Ty Montour (Team Manitoba / (Scotswood Links).

Jack Holmes (Southwood) won the Boys 12 & Under title with a 1-over par 72 and a 15-over par 155 total besting Ethan Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst) by six strokes.

Angelina Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) had a 4-over par 74 to win her second consecutive U15 Girls Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation. At 11-over par 152, Sitarz won by 20 strokes over Makenzie Bartlett (Carman Golf & Curling Club).

For the final Manitoba Blue Cross U15 Championship leaderboard, click here.

Camryn Thomas (Team Manitoba / St. Charles) is the Women’s City & District Champion, earning a one stroke victory over Charmaine Hayden (Breezy Bend Country Club). With a 78 on Sunday, Thomas ended play at 17-over par 159 while Hayden had an 80 to finish at 160.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross Women’s City & District leaderboard, click here.

To view the photo gallery, click here.

We appreciate the time and effort of the host club, Winkler Centennial Golf Course led by Club Manager / PGA of Manitoba Professional Colton Harder, Superintendent Tyler Street, Mulligan’s Restaurant & Lounge Owner / Manager Andrea Knight, their staff, club members and volunteers for their warm welcome.

Strong winds and below average temperatures tested the field at Winkler Centennial Golf Course on Saturday for the opening round of the All Abilities, U15 and Women’s City & District Championships.

Alberta’s Dave Marchand carded a 5-over par 74 to lead both the Gross and Net Divisions of the All Abilities Championship. Kristian Hammerback (Southwood Golf & Country Club) is the top Manitoban sitting in second place on the leaderboard, two strokes back in the gross division and four points back in the Net Stableford Division.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

For the final round tee times, click here.

Grant Secord (Team Manitoba / St. Charles Country Club) has a two stroke lead over Drew Steeves (St. Charles) in the U15 Boys Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation following a 6-over par 77. Secord’s lead also has him atop of the 13 & 14 Boys Division.

Five players are within three strokes of leader Malcolm Sisson (Scotswood Links) in the 12 & under Boys Division.

Angelina Sitarz (Team Manitoba / Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) has a 10 stroke cushion on the field after carding a 7-over par 78. Maisy Shewchuk (Quarry Oaks Golf Course) and Kate McMillan (Team Manitoba / Pine Ridge Golf Club) sit T2 on the leaderboard. Sitarz also leads the 13 & 14 Girls Division.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

For the final round tee times, click here.

Sunday’s final round sets the stage for an interesting finish in the Women’s City & District Championship as Charmaine Hayden (Breezy Bend Country Club) has just a single stroke advantage on Hannah Diamond (St. Charles) and Camryn Thomas (Team Manitoba / St. Charles). Hayden opened with a 9-over par 80.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

For tee times, click here.

Winkler Centennial Golf Course is the place to be Saturday and Sunday as the All Abilities, U15 and Women’s City & District Championships will be contested over 36 holes.

Three time defending champion Kristian Hammerback (Southwood Golf & Country Club) will look to extend his winning ways in both the gross and net divisions of the All Abilities Championship.

For tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

The U15 Championship presented by the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation will have a new Boys champion in 2026 while 2025 Girls champion Angelina Sitarz (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) will try to keep her crown.

For tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

Two time defending champion Charmaine Hayden (Breezy Bend Country Club) looks to add another title to her resume vying for the Women’s City & District Championship.

For tee times, click here.

For the Manitoba Blue Cross leaderboard, click here.

Registration by Member Clubs:

Assiniboine Golf Club (1)
Breezy Bend Country Club (3)
Carman Golf & Curling Club (1)
Camrose Golf Course – Alberta (1)
Elmhurst Golf & Country Club (5)
Glendale Golf & Country Club (1)
Golf Alberta Public Players Club (1)
Golf Manitoba Public Players Club (14)
Golf Ontario Public Players Club (2)
Minnedosa Golf & Country Club (1)
Minnewasta Golf & Country Club (1)
Nanton Golf Club – Alberta (1)
Niakwa Country Club (2)
Oakview Golf & Country Club (1)
Pinawa Golf Club (1)
Pine Ridge Golf Club (7)
Quarry Oaks Golf Course (1)
Rivers Edge Golf Course (1)
St. Boniface Golf Club (1)
St. Charles Country Club (7)
Scotswood Links (3)
Southwood Golf & Country Club (1)

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.

It’s a special season at Rossmere Country Club celebrating their 75th anniversary.

Hear from General Manager Scott Parker along with veteran Rossmere member Jack Duncan.

Course Enhancements and Operations

• The club is currently undertaking improvements to the 14th hole, including the addition of a pond, updated tee boxes, and water retention features designed to alleviate pressure on the city’s sewer system.
• The project, funded by a city grant and club members, aims to provide more flexibility through multiple tee options ranging from 120 to 225 yards.
• The 14th hole is expected to reopen for the members’ opening day on June 13th.

Community and Membership

• The club is widely recognized as “the people’s course,” known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming nature.
• An open house for the public and former members is scheduled for August 16th, featuring tours and a barbecue.

Historical Perspective

• Duncan, who has been with the club for 68 years, recalls the course originally starting as a nine-hole layout and walks us through the magic of being a Rossmere Country Club member.

Golf fans in Manitoba have watched Braxton Kuntz (Breezy Bend Country Club) grow into one of Canada’s up and coming stars.

Today, at Lakes Golf & Country Club in Westerville, Ohio, Kuntz finished the 36 hole qualifier at 8-under par 136 (69-67), only to miss earning one of four spots to play in the U.S. Open by a single stroke.

In his opening round of the day, Kuntz played the front nine at 1-under par, then followed it up with two birdies and seven pars on the back nine for a 3-under par 69.

Kuntz resumed his day with pars on the opening two holes, only to suffer to then bogey the par-5 third. He bounced back with three consecutive birdies to go 2-under on the front. A birdie on 10, pars on 11 and 12, a bogey on 13 and a par on the 14th set the stage for another dramatic run of three straight birds on holes 15 through 17. Kuntz’s day came to an end with a par on the final hole.

Kuntz has been designated by the United States Golf Association (USGA) as the second alternate should two of the four qualifiers be unable to participate in the U.S. Open.

For the final leaderboard, click here.

The team of Kerry Barkman and Thomas Friesen (Shilo Country Club) had a tremendous showing Saturday at the 2026 BDO National Golf League Championship at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (Heathlands course) in Caledon, Ontario.

Using the best ball net modified stableford scoring system, Barkman, who played to a 16 handicap index, and Friesen, who played to a two handicap index, combined for 35 points, just three points shy of first place.

The teams of Daniel Beaupre and Benoit Mowbray (Glen Lea Golf Course) along with Daniel Chubey and Chad Willis (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) each recorded 32 points.

Trevor Luedee and Jamie Pilkington of Manotick, Ontario, won the event in a playoff.

For the final leaderboard, click here.

Play Your Way to the 2027 RBC Canadian Open

As we look ahead to the 2027 Championship, over 1,300 Golf Manitoba members have already registered to compete for an opportunity to represent the region at next year’s BDO National Golf League Final that will again be played at the host site of the 2027 RBC Canadian Open.

To participate, simply be a Golf Manitoba/Golf Canada member (easy to join if not already a member!) and pay a $20 entry fee for the season. Golfers will continue to play normal rounds at any Golf Manitoba/Canada member club.  One round can be posted during the each of the following time periods:

• June 1-15, June 16-31
• July 1-15, July 16-31
• August 1-15, Aug. 16-31

You can play up to six rounds of 9 holes of which your best four scores will count. This is your pathway to the Provincial Championship which will be held on Sunday, September 20^th at Falcon Lake Golf Course.

Register NOW for the BDO National Golf League

About the NGL

Launched by Golf Canada ahead of the 2023 season as a nationwide, season-long competition to enhance weekly recreational league experiences for men, women and junior golfers. The NGL has seen substantial growth since the inaugural season, with 271 leagues now set to compete this coming season, up from 130 leagues last season; and over 30,000 participants having competed since launching in 2023. The additional of several indoor member facilities across the country and simulator qualifiers has brought forward a number of new players into the league.

Those who participate in the NGL season play a lively role in growing the sport in their community as well, with 100 per cent of the league’s proceeds benefiting First Tee – Canada in their respective provinces around the country. To learn more about First Tee – Canada programming and ways to support, please visit firstteecanada.ca.

For more information on the BDO National Golf League or to register, please visit nationalgolfleague.ca.