The 18 hole yellow tee Junior Development Championship followed the first round of the Junior Championship. This competition, in its 3nd year, is for the improving player or the younger golfer (with a handicap index of 18.5 and above) who want a taste of 'Championship Golf'.
The players were on their own as regards golfing decisions and general play. Parents, grandparents and East Riding support helped each group keep up with play.
Leading the way and winner on the day was Edward Francis of Scarborough North Cliff GC who after a nervy start settled into a steady game amassing a marvelous 49 points.
In second place was Charles Graham of Burstwick Country Golf who had a very respectable 7 pars in his 40 point total.
George Roberts of The KP Club had 3 pars in his 37 pts total for 3rd place.
Wesley Scott of Brough Golf Club with 3 pars and an eagle on the 17th edged out Malci Greenwood of Boothferry GC on Countback.
| Pos. | Player | Club | Score Pts |
| 1st | Edward Francis | Scarborough North cLiff GC | 49 |
| 1st | Charles Graham | Burstwick Country GC | 40 |
| 3rd | George Roberts | The KP Club | 37 |
| 4th | Wesley Scott | Brough GC | 35 |
Another great day for all involved and hopefully this taste of a Junior golf championship will see the young players move up to the Junior Championship and beyond in the next few years. It was great to see the enthusiasm shown by all the players and hopefully we can grow the numbers in future years.
We have seen previous winners moving on to the Junior Championship and a few players are now becoming involved in East Riding training with the hope to eventually play for the East Riding team.
President for 2024 Jonty Hall (Hornsea GC) presented the prizes and thanked all at Hainworth Park GC for their help, warm welcome and hospitality throughout the day.
Edward & Eileen Clark, thanks for again manning the desk. Thanks also to, John Illingworth, Mike Dawson, Dave Greenwood and Sunil Mukerjea, as well as the parents and grandparents, who walked round and supervised the five groups.
Please keep an eye on the wwww.erugc.co.uk website for the 2025 fixtures which will be appearing shortly.
