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Summer Showdown at White Manor: NJ and Central PA Tours Collide in Elevated Joint Event
The New Jersey Amateur Players Tour rolled into Malvern, Pennsylvania on Monday, July 21st for an elevated joint event with the Central Pennsylvania Chapter at the prestigious White Manor Country Club. A strong field of 63 golfers teed it up, all chasing valuable points as division races across both tours intensify down the stretch. With the season winding down, every stroke counted. The competition was fierce, the leaderboard tight, and the atmosphere electric as players from both chapters battled it out under the summer sun.
Players were met with hot and humid conditions, with temperatures climbing into the high 80s and little relief from the sun—a true mid-summer test of both skill and endurance.
White Manor Country Club, a private club tucked into the rolling hills of Chester County, provided a beautiful yet demanding layout. Known for its strategic bunkering, slick greens, and pristine fairways, the course challenged players to think their way around while rewarding precision and patience. Designed with both tradition and modern playability in mind, White Manor has consistently ranked as one of the top private courses in Pennsylvania.
In Division 1, With a field of five top-tier players in our Premier Division, the competition came down to the wire. Austin Fulton posted a solid round of 78 (+7) and waited as George Steinmetz approached his final hole. Steinmetz needed a par to force a playoff or a birdie to clinch the win. But under pressure, he bogeyed the hole, finishing with a +8 (79). That sealed the deal for Fulton representing the New Jersey Chapter, who captured the victory in his very first tournament on the tour.
In Division 2, In a tightly contested field of 14 players, just three strokes separated the winner from fifth place, making for an exciting Division 2 finish. Rocky Dare of the Central PA Chapter emerged victorious, claiming the coveted “Milk Jug” trophy with a solid round of +5 (76). Finishing just two strokes back in a three-way tie for second at +7 (78) were Paul Hess, Adam Gamble, and Johnny Trevisani. Ian Farley rounded out the top five with a +8 (79), capping off a fiercely competitive leaderboard.
In Division 3, A competitive field of 20 golfers teed it up in Division 3, with only five strokes separating the top five finishers. A three-way tie for fifth saw Nicholas Lazarchuk, Dan Sadler, and John Friedman each carding a +15 (86). In a tie for third at +14 (85) were Rick Knepp and Kelly Hopkin, both putting together solid rounds. Brian Amabile secured solo second with a +12 (83), but the day belonged to Trevor Pieh, who claimed his first tour victory with an impressive +10 (81) performance.
In Division 4, With 14 competitors and plenty of drama, Division 4 came down to a sudden-death playoff to decide the winner. Just five strokes separated the top finishers from sixth place, showcasing the tight competition. J.P. Perron, James Beiler, and Keno Chambers all finished tied at +22 (93), while Jordan Miller claimed solo fifth with a +21 (92). William Favinger narrowly missed the playoff, finishing fourth at +19 (90)—just one stroke behind the leaders. Zach Plude, Carmine Ciccarelli, and Jack Hollinshed all carded +18 (89), forcing a three-way playoff. It only took one extra hole to settle it. Ciccarelli and Hollinshed both made double bogey, while Plude held steady with a bogey to capture the win and earn the title of Division 4 Champion.
In Division 5, it also came down to a playoff in what was one of the tightest races of the day, with just three strokes separating the top five finishers. Ethan Hopkins secured fifth place with a +26 (97), while Aaron Davis and David Davidson shared third at +25 (96) and just one stroke out of getting into the playoff. At the top, Paul Taylor and Thomas Antonucci both carded +24 (95), setting the stage for a sudden-death playoff. It only took one hole to decide the outcome—Antonucci made bogey, while Taylor sealed the victory with a steady par, earning the title of Division 5 Champion.
In Open Net: The Open Net competition came down to a scorecard playoff between Ian Farley and Jason Stoltzfus, after both finished with impressive Net scores of -1 (70). The tiebreaker went to Farley, whose steady back nine of even-par (36) edged out Stoltzfus’s +2 (38), earning Farley the coveted “Milk Jug” trophy. Rounding out the prize pool with a three-way tie for third at Net +2 (73) were Carmine Ciccarelli, Matthew Lescavage, and Brian Amabile.
In Senior Net: With 30 golfers competing across all five divisions, it was Division 2 Champion Rocky Dare who also claimed the Senior Net title, finishing with a Net Score of even-par (71). Johnny Trevisani secured second place with a solid +1 (72), while Paul Hess, Steve Winnick, and Rick Knepp rounded out the prize pool in a three-way tie for third, each posting a Net Score of +2 (73).
Folds of Honor 50/50 Winner – Mike Shimp- $200
Jeff Dofflemyer – White Manor Head Cover
John Friedman – White Manor Head Cover
⛳ Closing Out July: The Heritage Challenge at Scotland Run Golf Club
Join us on July 28th, 2025, as we wrap up the month with the Heritage Challenge at the award-winning Scotland Run Golf Club in Williamstown, NJ.
Built on a former sand quarry, Scotland Run is one of South Jersey’s most unique and visually striking layouts. The course blends dramatic elevation changes, natural sandy waste areas, and strategic water hazards to create a fun yet challenging experience for players of all skill levels. Just turned to a private course in March, Scotland Run was consistently ranked among the top public courses in the region, it’s a true test from tee to green—and an unforgettable place to compete.
⏰ Registration has been extended so if you are interested please reach out to me — don’t miss your chance to take on this championship-caliber course and end the month in style!
Jumping into August, we head to one of our most anticipated stops of the season—Echo Lake Country Club on Monday, August 4th for an elevated event. With valuable points on the line for both division and national standings, this is one more key opportunity to make a move in the rankings.
Located in Westfield, NJ, Echo Lake Country Club is a classic Donald Ross design, known for its rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and lightning-fast greens. This private gem offers a true championship-caliber test and always delivers a memorable experience.
The event features a 10:00 AM shotgun start, and registration closes at 11:59 PM on Saturday, July 27th. Spots are limited, and this one always fills quickly—don’t miss your chance to compete at one of New Jersey’s premier private clubs. Register today!
