Lago seeks sweep in JPGT Del Monte tilt
Lago seeks sweep in JPGT Del Monte tilt
Title Lago Seeks Sweep in JPGT Del Monte Tilt
The ICTSI Junior Philippine Golf Tour (JPGT) returns to action at the Del M[1D[K
Monte Golf Club from April 29 to May 1, with rising star Ethan Lago aiming [K
to complete a dominant opening stretch in the boys' 7-10 category. Having w[1D[K
won the first two legs of the series, Lago faces a determined field that in[2D[K
includes Cebu's Anthony Avila, Cagayan de Oro's Thiago Sajulga, and Bukidno[7D[K
Bukidnon's Lenard Sale.
However, what makes this leg particularly compelling is the return of Bukid[5D[K
Bukidnon's junior standout Alexis Nailga, who skipped a previous leg due to[2D[K
to prior commitments. Now back in action, Nailga is looking to resume his w[1D[K
winning ways and strengthen his push for a coveted spot in the Elite Junior[6D[K
Junior Finals representing the Vis-Min squad.
The Del Monte stop marks the third leg of the six-stage Visayas-Mindanao se[2D[K
series organized by Pilipinas Golf Tournaments Inc., following Mactan and A[1D[K
Alta Vista, with upcoming tournaments set at Pueblo de Oro, Bacolod, and Ne[2D[K
Negros Occidental. This series provides a structured and highly competitive[11D[K
competitive platform for young athletes (aged 7-18), enabling them to sharp[5D[K
sharpen their skills, develop mental resilience, and prepare for higher lev[3D[K
levels of competition.
In the girls' 7-10 category, local bets Faith Frayco and Maxine Cabang take[4D[K
take on Soleil Molde of Davao and Cebu's Millah Avila. Meanwhile, Bukidnon'[9D[K
Bukidnon's Claren Quino leads the girls' 11-14 division. The boys' 11-14 si[2D[K
side is also shaping up to be a highlight, with former 7-10 standouts Shaqe[5D[K
Shaqeeq Tanog and James Rolida joined by Mico Woo, Rafael Yap, Luke Habagat[7D[K
Habagat, and Almario Sia.
The girls' 15-18 division is another area of interest, with local ace Zero [K
Plete facing off against Davao's Precious Zaragosa and Cagayan de Oro's Mau[3D[K
Maureen Sia. Notably absent are Visayas swing standouts Tashanah Balangauan[10D[K
Balangauan and Dominique Gotiong, who are skipping the Mindanao legs.
The JPGT provides a platform for young athletes to develop their skills and[3D[K
and prepare for higher levels of competition. With its nationwide reach and[3D[K
and growing depth, it's no wonder that this tour is critical for the succes[6D[K
success of Filipino golfers in 2026.
As we look ahead to the Del Monte leg, one thing is clear the competition [K
will be fierce, with each player vying for a spot at the top. Will Lago com[3D[K
complete his sweep, or will Nailga resume his winning ways? Only time will [K
tell.
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