Full Breakdown
High School Golf Teams Secure State Tournament Berths
10/3/2025, 2:31:34 PM
Ridgewood Girls Golf Team Qualifies for State
The Ridgewood High School girls golf team has successfully qualified for the state tournament after finishing first at the Division II district tournament held on October 1 at Cambridge Country Club. Brynn Harstine led the team with an impressive score of 1-over-par 73, placing second among 48 competitors. Senior Jacey Hess contributed with an 86, while fellow senior Josie Stanton scored 94. Sophomore Zoe Martin rounded out the team with a score of 103.
Mountain View Boys Golf Team Claims District Title
In the boys' competition, the Mountain View High School golf team secured the 6A District Three championship on October 2 at River Birch Golf Course. The team narrowly edged out Boise High School, finishing with a score of 293, just one stroke ahead of Boise's 294. Reid Hoppock was the standout performer, winning the individual championship with a remarkable 6-under 66. Hoppock's performance was particularly notable as he had previously finished second in last year's district tournament and faced health challenges during the state tournament.
Key Performers for Mountain View
Mountain View's success was bolstered by strong performances from several players. Mason McGee finished second with a score of 69, while Kaden Gempler and Porter Bickford placed third and tied for sixth, respectively, with scores of 72 and 74. The team aims to capture its first state championship, having previously come close in past years.
Bishop Kelly Dominates 5A District Three Championships
Bishop Kelly High School also had a strong showing in the 5A District Three championships. The boys' team claimed its fifth consecutive district title with a score of 290, significantly ahead of second-place Middleton, which scored 319. Aidan Szentanai led the Knights with a 3-under 69, while Charlie Hilvers and Dan Moodie followed closely behind with scores of 72 and 73, respectively.
On the girls' side, Cara Carter made history by becoming the first golfer in 5A Southern Idaho Conference history to win four district championships. She finished with a score of 71, leading her team to a sixth consecutive district title with a combined score of 349.
Additional State Qualifiers
Other teams and individuals also qualified for the state tournaments. In the 6A District Three girls' tournament, Rocky Mountain High School secured the team championship with a score of 322, followed by Eagle (360) and Mountain View (365). Notable individual qualifiers included Maggie Urian from Rocky Mountain, who won with a score of 77, and Eliana Cho from Owyhee, who finished second with 79.
In the 5A District Three girls' tournament, Middleton and Emmett also qualified for state, finishing second and third, respectively. The state tournaments for both boys and girls are scheduled for October 9-10, where these teams will compete for state titles.
Conclusion
The recent district tournaments showcased the talent and determination of high school golfers across various divisions, with several teams and individuals earning their spots in the upcoming state championships. As the teams prepare for the next level of competition, they carry the hopes of their schools and communities.
