ACC Golf 

Tournament Success

The ACC Championship brought together 86 junior golfers from Catholic colleges across the state to compete for the Division 1 and Division 2 titles. This event showcased talented players from Years 7 to 10 and adopted a team format, where each school entered eight players, with the four best stroke-play scores contributing to the team's overall total.

St Bernard’s College participated in Division 2 with a clear goal: to win the title and secure promotion to Division 1 for the 2025 season. The team consisted of Jai Spindler, Noah Hisni, Sam Machado, Noah Scalpello, Maxx Stevens, Alexander Portelli, Jack Gorman, and Ethan Kelly. They all rose to the occasion, delivering impressive performances under pressure and demonstrating both skill and determination. Jai Spindler and Noah Hisni were standout performers, each shooting 78 (+6), which were the best individual scores of the tournament.

Their consistent play was bolstered by strong efforts from their teammates, with Sam Machado scoring 82 and Noah Scalpello recording 84. This led to a combined team score of 322 (78, 78, 82, 84), earning St Bernard’s a decisive victory in Division 2, finishing over 50 shots ahead of the nearest competitor. Remarkably, their total was just nine strokes behind the Division 1 champions, showcasing the rapid development and potential of the program.

This victory guarantees St Bernard’s a spot in Division 1 for the 2025 competition, both in the 7-10 division and the open 7-12 division. The team's success highlights the tremendous progress made since the College Golf Academy launched at Northern at the beginning of 2024. Their dedication to improving their game has been evident throughout the season, setting a solid foundation for future competitions.

With this milestone, St Bernard’s students are well-prepared for even greater challenges ahead, proving that their hard work and team spirit are propelling them toward lasting success.