Blanchard, Artieta, Lotz, and Weir Capture Titles at the 2026 LJGT Tour Championship

September 27, 2026

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A look into the final round of the 2026 LJGT Tour Championship held at Links on the Bayou in Alexandria, Louisiana on Sunday, September 27, 2026.  

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Alexandria, LA — The 2026 Louisiana Junior Golf Tour (LJGT) season came to an exciting close this weekend at Links on the Bayou, where Louisiana’s top junior golfers teed it up for the Tour Championship and a chance to claim Player of the Year honors.

In the Boys 10-11 Division, Grey Weir of Stonewall capped off a standout season in style, firing a 79 in the final round to secure the championship at eleven-over 155 total for the tournament. Weir's impressive scorecard featured two birdies completing a wire-to-wire victory. JJ Hebert of St. Martinville finished runner-up with rounds of 80 and 76, one shot back behind Weir. JJ Hebert's scorecard had a total of 3 birdies. Weir's victory marked his third LJGT win this season, cementing his status as one of the tour’s most dominant players in his division. His latest win also clinched him the Boys 10-11 Player of the Year title.

In the Boys 12-13 Division, Landon Lotz of Slidell had rounds of 67 and 71, making his overall score for the championship at six-under-par 138. His impressive scorecard featured am eagle and 8 birdies. Coming in second, Crew Galambos of Shreveport carded a +1 145 for the weekend, featuring an eagle on hole 15 and 6 birdies. In third place, Cooper Boudreaux of Morgan City, fired a +7 151. This 2026 Tour Championship win also honored Landon Lotz to receive Player of the Year as well.

In the Overall Girls Division (13-18), Evelyn Artieta delivered an amazing performance to claim the Tour Championship title and co-winning Player of the Year. After finishing with 8 birdies this weekend, she carded a +2 146 for the championship title. It was a challenging setup at Links on the Bayou, but Artieta rose to the occasion with steady ball striking to set the tone for her final round. Isabella Reeves of Zachary earned runner-up and also claimed the Player of the Year with Evelynn. Reeves fired a +4, 148 this weekend and had a total of 5 birdies. Grace Goodwin of Bossier City got third place and had steady rounds of golf as well. Artieta's and Reeve's dominant showing secured them the 2026 LJGT Player of the Year title in the Overall Girls Division.

In the Overall Boys Division (13–18), Brooks Blanchard of Metairie and Maddox Mowad of Monroe tied at eight-under-par. They went head-to-head in a playoff on the 18th hole. Brooks Blanchard earned the championship after a chip in birdie. Blachard and Maddox both had rounds of 66 and 70 for the weekend. With Maddox Mowad being our runner-up, his scorecard featured 11 birdies throughout the weekend. Augustin Gros of Metairie carded a five-under-par 139 to finish in third place. After his consistent play throughout the season, Grey Ramsey of Choudrant earned the Overall Boys Player of the Year honors.

In the Boys 15 & Under Division, Augustin Gros of Metairie claimed the title after posting rounds of 68 and 71 to finish at five-under 139.

With the 2026 Tour Championship in the books, the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour closes another successful season celebrating the state’s brightest young golfers. The LJGT extends its gratitude to Links on the Bayou and its staff for hosting a memorable championship weekend in Alexandria, LA.

About the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour

The Louisiana Junior Golf Tour is dedicated to promoting junior golf and developing those junior golfers in the region. Through tournaments, clinics, and educational programs, the tour provides young golfers with opportunities to improve their skills, compete at a high level, and foster a lifelong love for the game. The Louisiana Junior Golf Tour is committed to giving back to young golfers, while also instilling values of sportsmanship, integrity, and camaraderie among its participants.