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Sutley sweeps the weekend, Mendoza earns his first National Major Title
The APT Open Championship, one of the premier flighted amateur golf tournaments in the United States, delivered a true test of championship golf at the historic Omni Bedford Springs Old Course. As part of the Amateur Players Tour national major schedule, the event brought together players from across the country competing in one of the most competitive amateur golf tour events of the season. Set in the scenic Cumberland Valley, the Old Course—shaped by legendary architects Donald Ross, A.W. Tillinghast, and Spencer Oldham—once again showcased immaculate conditions, strategic design, and a championship-caliber challenge worthy of a national stage.
Beyond the competition, the weekend embodied what makes APT national majors special. Players traveled in from across the country, creating a truly national atmosphere defined by camaraderie, respect, and a shared passion for the game. Competitors pushed each other throughout the weekend while also celebrating each other’s successes—an environment that continues to separate the Amateur Players Tour experience.
In Division 1, Barney Sutley (Indianapolis) went back-to-back, claiming the APT Open Championship title with a two-day total of +2 (73-73—146). Sutley once again proved his consistency under pressure, holding off a strong field to secure another national major victory. Ivan Jones (Carolina Triad) finished T2 at +11 (81-74—155), showing resilience with an impressive Sunday round, while Adam Fuchs (New Jersey) matched him at +11 (79-76—155) to share runner-up honors.
Division 2 came down to the wire, with Ronnie Averett (Birmingham) returning to form and capturing the title at +12 (79-77—156). Averett held off a stacked leaderboard that featured several proven contenders. Chris Conner (Myrtle Beach) finished just one shot back after a brilliant final round of 1-over par 73 to finish at +13 (84-73—157), while Christopher Denz (Virginia Capital) took third at +14 (78-80—158). Dougy Phillips (Maryland) finished fourth at +15 (83-76—159), and rounding out the top five at +16 (160) were Steve Hilt (Central Pennsylvania) and John Wayne Parrish (Carolina Triad), who tied for fifth. Notably, the division also saw Travis Wartluft withdraw prior to Round 2 after tweaking his back.
In Division 3, Aryanto Maramis (Southern California) built his victory on a standout opening round of 76—an APT career-low—and finished at +16 (76-84—160) to claim the title. John Blackburn (Indianapolis) mounted a strong Sunday charge to finish second at +18 (82-80—162), while Chalie Eastlack (New Jersey/Philadelphia) secured third at +20 (82-82—164). Pat Ryan (Myrtle Beach) finished fourth at +23 (86-81—167), and Brandon Miller (Central Pennsylvania) rounded out the top five at +24 (86-82—168). A five-way tie for sixth at +25 (169) included Jeff Dofflemyer (Central Pennsylvania), Troy White (Houston), Steve Winnick (Central Pennsylvania), Chad Hertzog (Central Pennsylvania), and David Croston (Western North Carolina), highlighting the depth of the field.
In Division 4, Chris Huge (Myrtle Beach) returned to the winner’s circle with a clutch finish, making two critical pars on the difficult 17th and 18th holes to secure the victory at +30 (85-89—174). Huge capitalized late after a stumble from the leaders opened the door. Dave Funkhouser (Myrtle Beach) finished second at +31 (87-88—175), while a three-way tie for third at +33 (177) featured Carl Elliston (Metro New York), James Sims (Maryland), and Mike Barton (Virginia Capital).
In Division 5, Nathan Mendoza (Maryland) earned his first national major victory, finishing at +39 (91-92—183) after holding off a late back-nine charge on Sunday. Shannon Sageser (Indianapolis) finished second at +40 (91-93—184), while Robert Jackson (Virginia Capital) took third at +44 (93-95—188). Rick Pritchard (Houston) finished fourth at +45 (97-92—189), and Jeremiah Cassidy (Central Pennsylvania) rounded out the top five at +46 (99-91—190).
The Mid-Am Net division saw Aryanto Maramis (Southern California) add another trophy to his weekend with a dominant performance at -8 (64-72—136). Chalie Eastlack (New Jersey/Philadelphia) finished second at -2 (71-71—142), while Jason Stoltzfus (Central Pennsylvania) secured third at E (71-73—144).
In the Senior Net division, Barney Sutley (Indianapolis) continued his outstanding weekend to claim victory at -6 (69-69—138). James Sims (Maryland) finished second at -3 (70-71—141), followed by John Blackburn (Indianapolis) in third at -2 (72-70—142). Dave Funkhouser (Myrtle Beach) took fourth at -1 (71-72—143), while a tie for fifth at E (144)included Kurt Bonewitz (Central Pennsylvania) and Chris Huge (Myrtle Beach). Rounding out the money were Mike Paubel (St. Louis), David Croston (Western North Carolina), Jason Dale (Tennessee East), Christopher Denz (Virginia Capital), Chad Loop (Central Pennsylvania), and Shannon Sageser (Indianapolis).
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