Hugh Adams Wins The Douglas Johns Trophy

Hugh Adams wins the Douglas Johns Trophy

Another national title for Hugh, who won the prestigious Douglas Johns Trophy - Thursday 1st August 2019.

60 boys from all over the country competed in the Douglas Johns Trophy at Harewood Downs Golf Club. After round 1, Hugh Adams (Hagley Golf and Country Club) had a two shot lead with a very impressive morning round of 67 (-2).  Luke Perkins (Frilford Heath) was just 2 shots back shooting a level par 69. Therefore, it was all to play for in the afternoon with 6 boys all within 4 shots of each other.

The current Reid Champion, Hugh Adams, was able to maintain his good form heading into the afternoon. The chasing pack were closing in with some great scores in the afternoon, however, Hugh shot a solid +2 (71) to finish level par 138 just one shot ahead of Max Adams (Wakefield Golf Club), with Luke Perkins finishing in third place with a total of 140 (+2).

Click here for the full results.

We all wish Hugh every success next week as he heads off to Trentham GC to try and retain the the Reid Trophy, which he won last year.

Click here for the England Golf article about this year's Reid Trophy, where Hugh will defend his title against players from 16 countries.