00:00 – Local Golf Stars Shine at the Utah Championship: Ponich and Howe Lead the Way
03:32 – Étienne Papineau Leads Utah Championship | Korn Ferry Tour Round 1 Highlights 2025
08:34 – Cougar Alumni Shine at Korn Ferry Utah Championship
1. Local Golf Stars Shine at the Utah Championship: Ponich and Howe Lead the Way
The Utah Championship is off to an exciting start! Former BYU golfer Cole Ponich, a local favorite, is tied for 10th after an impressive 4-under 66 in the first round. But he’s not alone in his success; Connor Howe, another local talent, shot a remarkable 5-under 65 and is tied for sixth place.
Ponich, who won the Provo Open in his pro debut, is thriving at Ogden Golf & Country Club, where he also claimed the 2024 State Amateur title. Howe, a former Georgia Tech golfer, grew up just minutes away in North Ogden.
Etienne Papineau, from Canada, leads the pack with a career-low 9-under 61. But the local golfers are hot on his trail. Ponich’s birdies and Howe’s consistent performance showcase their talent.
Don’t miss out on the action! Stay tuned for more updates as these local heroes battle it out for the top spot.
2. Étienne Papineau Leads Utah Championship | Korn Ferry Tour Round 1 Highlights 2025
Utah Championship presented by Zions Bank and Intermountain Health Round 1 Recap:
– Étienne Papineau shoots career-low 9-under 61 to take the lead
– Taylor Montgomery and Adrien Dumont de Chassart closely follow in the leaderboard
– Notable performances from Blades Brown, Connor Howe, Cole Ponich, and Bo Hoag
Watch for highlights from the Utah Championship, part of the Korn Ferry Tour 2025 season.
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3. Cougar Alumni Shine at Korn Ferry Utah Championship
Join us as we celebrate the impressive performances of Daniel Summerhays, Cole Ponich, and Peter Kuest at the Korn Ferry Utah Championship. Discover how these former BYU stars made the cut and what it means for their careers. We’ll break down their scores, highlight key moments, and discuss their journey in the tournament. Don’t miss the live coverage details and how to follow their progress!
Local golf stores shine at the Utah Championship. Panic and Howl lead the way. Imagine a golf course in Ogden, Utah, where local talent and seasoned pros clash under the pressure of a high stakes tournament. But here’s where it gets truly interesting. Two hometown heroes are already turning heads in the first round of the Cornferryy Tours Utah Championship. Let’s break down the action and the surprising twists that are making this event a mustwatch for golf fans. Cole Ponik, a fresh-faced pro with a BYU pedigree, isn’t just a name on the leaderboard. This 23-year-old sensation, recently won his debut professional event, the Provo Open, and now he’s back at Ogden Golf Country Club, where he clinched the 2024 state amateur title. Thursday’s round. A sleek 4 under 66 on a par 70 course, putting him in prime position to make the cut. But what’s the catch? Ponic’s success here isn’t just about skill, it’s about familiarity. Growing up just minutes from this course gave him a leg up, right? Or does it? We’ll come back to that debate in a moment. Meanwhile, Connor How, another local standout, is making waves with a five under 65 to sit tied for sixth. The Weaver Highrad, who now represents Georgia Tech, knows these fairways like the back of his hand. His performance, a masterclass in precision, especially on the tricky par three holes. But here’s the kicker. How’s not the only one defying expectations, Etienne Papino, a Canadian-B born golfer from West Virginia, stunned the field with a career nine under 61, including two Eagles and a single bogey. Is this a one-off miracle or is the corn ferry tour finally seeing a new star emerge? Only time will tell. Let’s not forget the underdogs. Hayden Bansz, a Salt Lake City native and Weber State alum, clawed his way into contention with a 68, including three straight birdies on holes 13 to 15. And young Kihei Akina, a lone peak high grad set to join BYU this fall, is already gaining experience by making the cut last year. This time he’s at 71. A solid start, but still a long shot. Yet, his story raises a bigger question. Should teenage prodigies be competing against seasoned pros? Share your thoughts in the comments. The drama doesn’t stop there. Cole Ponich’s exemption into the tournament originally belonged to Peter Quest, another former BYU golfer who earned his spot independently on the KFT points list. It’s a small detail, but one that sparks a larger conversation. Does merit-based qualification deserve more respect than traditional exemptions? And what about the players like Daniel Summerhazes, a BYU legend who still holds his own at 69, or Preston Summerhazes, his nephew, who’s proving the Summer Hayes legacy is far from over. So, what’s next for these golfers? Will PIC and how keep their momentum? Can Papo’s historic round translate into a win? And who will rise from the pack of Monday qualifiers to shock the field? The second round promises answers and plenty of controversy. What’s your take? Drop a comment below and let’s debate the hot topics this tournament has already sparked. Etien Papino leads Utah Championship. Cornfairy Tour round one highlights 2025. Golf fans, get ready to witness a rising star making waves at the Utah Championship presented by Zans’s Bank and Inter Mountain Health. ATN Papo has grabbed the spotlight with a stunning firstround lead, firing an impressive nine under 61. This performance isn’t just remarkable, it’s historic for the young golfer. But here’s where it gets even more intriguing. How did Papauo, who entered this week with a string of missed cuts this season, managed to pull off such a jaw-dropping round? Let’s dive into his story and uncover what makes this moment so special. Atn Papo, now 28 years old, is no stranger to perseverance. Despite struggling through much of the 2025 corny tour season, missing 14 cuts in 19 starts, he has shown flashes of brilliance like his T19 finish at the Ascendant presented by Blue earlier this summer. His journey hasn’t been without challenges, but his breakthrough came in round one of the Utah Championship. Papo carded not one but two Eagles, including a thrilling eagle on the par4 fourth hole and another on the par 515th, propelling him to the top of the leaderboard. This 9 under 61 marks a career low round for Papo, surpassing his previous best of seven under 63 set during the 2024 Aara Golf Championship. What stands out most about Papo’s achievement is its rarity. He’s only the second player in the field to record two eagles in the opening round, tying him with Ranchapong Yupriong. Additionally, this marks the first time in his cornfairy tour career that he has held or shared the lead after any round. A testament to his growth as a competitor. Prior to this tournament, his highest 18hole position was a tie for ninth at the 2024 Veritex Bank Championship, where he ultimately finished T55. For context, this is his 131st career round on the corn ferry tour, proving that persistence pays off. Papo’s path to success is far from conventional. Before joining the cornfairy tour, he honed his skills on PGA Tour Canada, earning a significant victory at the 2023 Times Colonist Victoria Open. That win helped secure him a number four finish in the Fortnite Cup standings, granting him membership on the cornfairy tour for the 2024 season. His collegiate days at West Virginia University also played a pivotal role where he earned recognition as the team’s most improved player during his junior year. While Papano leads the pack, other players are hot on his heels. Taylor Montgomery, a member of the class of 2022 cornferryy tour graduates, sits just one stroke behind at 8 under 62. This score ties Montgomery’s career low round across both the PGA Tour and Cornferry Tour. Adrien Duman Desessart, part of the class of 2023 Kornferryy Tour graduates, isn’t far behind either, recording a solid seven under 63. Interestingly, Dumont Desart has already posted four rounds of 63 or lower this season, including an incredible 11 under 59 at the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Witchah Open. And then there’s Blades Brown, an 18-year-old phenom who qualified for the event with a six under 64. Brown is tied for fourth and needs a strong finish to earn special temporary membership for the rest of the 2025 season. Another local standout is Connor Howailing from Ogden, Utah, who carded a five under 65 in his third start of the season. Meanwhile, Cole Ponic, a former Brigham Young University standout, made his professional debut look promising with a 4under 66. Ponic brings momentum from recent wins, including the 2024 Utah State Amateur Championship and the 2025 Provo Open. As the competition heats up, one question remains. Can Papo maintain his lead amidst fierce rivals and mounting pressure? Or will seasoned pros like Montgomery or emerging talents like Brown steal the show? And this is the part most people miss. What does it take to turn a single great round into a championshipwinning performance? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Do you think Papau can hold on or will someone else rise to the occasion? Cougar alumni shine at Cornferry Utah Championship. Three Cougar alumni shine at the Kornferryy Utah Championship. In an exciting turn of events at the Korn Ferry Tours Utah Championship, three former BYU golfers, Daniel Summerhaz, Cole Ponich, and Peter Quest successfully made the cut, allowing them to continue competing into the weekend at the Ogden Golf and Country Club. This achievement not only highlights their skills, but also showcases the strength of the Cougar Golf Program. Date: August 1st, 2025. author Glenn Garrett, Fairways Media, Randy Dodson, Ogden, Utah. The trio of Daniel Summerhazes, Cole Ponich, and Peter Quest, has advanced to the weekend rounds of the Cornferry Tours Utah Championship, which is taking place at the picturesque Ogden Golf and Country Club. Daniel Summerhazes, who was the runnerup in the 2020 Utah Championship, delivered an impressive performance, achieving the best score among all BYU participants over the first two rounds. He began with a solid 1 69 in his first round, followed by a remarkable bogey-free 7 under 63 in the second round. This stellar play included four birdies on Thursday and an impressive seven birdies on Friday. propelling him up the leaderboard by an astonishing 41 spots to tie for eighth place, thus securing his spot for the weekend. In a noteworthy achievement, recent graduate Cole Ponic made the cut for the first time in his third appearance at this cornfairy event. He recorded a commendable 4under 66 on Thursday and followed it up with a 3under 67 on Friday, placing him in a tie for 12th position. This marks a significant milestone in his burgeoning professional career. Peter Cuis, who was teetering on the edge of the projected cutline each day, managed to secure his place by a narrow margin of just one stroke. The 2020 graduates started with an even par 70 on the first day and improved to a three under 67 on the second day, allowing him to continue competing while tied for 62nd. Unfortunately, incoming freshman Kihei Aina did not make the cut, finishing with a score of 1 over71 on Thursday and a two under 68 on Friday. The three former Cougars are set to return to the Ogden Golf and Country Club for the third round on Saturday morning, which will be broadcast live on the Golf Channel. For those interested in following the action, live scoring updates can be found on the Corn Ferry Tours official website. But here’s where it gets controversial. How do you think the pressure of professional golf impacts young players like Akina? Is it fair to expect immediate success from newcomers in such a competitive environment? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
