Endless Summer soars to success

Endless Summer Long Drive delivered another electrifying two days of golf at Trillium Wood Golf Club.

The 5th Anniversary event is being touted as the biggest and most successful event to date, welcoming a record field of competitors from six different countries, more than 1,200 spectators over two days, and an electric Friday night finals that drew the largest single-night crowd in event history with more than 700 fans filling the course.

Winners of the Men’s and Women Open Championships were Americans Logan Schott of Indiana and Maryland’s Anna Drahos.

The event also included the well-loved Canadian Military Long Drive Championship, clinched by Nathalie Pellerin (22 Wing North Bay) and Brandt Wood (Garrison Petawawa) and the Amateur Championship, won by Kevin Michel of Quebec over Belleville’s own Kyle Coolen.

Beyond the competition, the event continued its commitment to giving back, raising thousands of dollars in support of its charitable partners while welcoming fans from across Ontario and beyond to experience one of the most unique sporting events in the country.

“This year exceeded every expectation we had,” said Jodie Jenkins, Tournament Director. “From welcoming our largest field of competitors to seeing more than 700 people surrounding the grid on Friday night, it was incredible to witness the energy and excitement. Five years ago, this was simply an idea. Today, we’re welcoming the world’s best athletes, thousands of spectators, and creating an event that has become something our community can truly be proud of. None of it would be possible without our incredible volunteers, sponsors, partners and fans who continue to believe in what we’re building.”

The championship’s continued growth has also been made possible through its longstanding partnership with Trillium Wood Golf Club.

“Each year, Endless Summer continues to raise the bar,” said Steve McCurdy, Owner of Trillium Wood Golf Club. “The atmosphere throughout the week was incredible, and Friday night’s finals were unlike anything we’ve ever seen at the golf course. It’s exciting to watch this event continue to grow while showcasing our facility, our community and some of the best long drive athletes in the world.”

As the championship concludes its milestone fifth anniversary, organizers say the future has never been brighter, with plans already underway to continue growing the event while enhancing the experience for competitors, spectators, and the community.