Southern Utah, September 2, 2025
News Summary
Lone Peak High School secured victory at the inaugural Black Desert High School Invitational, held at the Black Desert Golf Course. The team finished with an impressive two-day score of 564, placing 12-under par, ahead of competitors like The Woodlands and Bolles. Among individual performers, Blake Brown from Lone Peak emerged as the top player, scoring 10-under par. This tournament showcased the talent in high school golf and set a stage for future competitions at the renowned golf course.
Southern Utah
Lone Peak High School triumphed at the inaugural Black Desert High School Invitational, held at the Black Desert Golf Course over the weekend. The team concluded the tournament with an impressive two-day score of 564, finishing 12-under par, placing them ahead of secondary competitors from Houston, Texas, The Woodlands, who scored 567 to secure second place.
Only two teams managed to finish under par for the entirety of the tournament, showcasing Lone Peak’s strong performance on the course. The team played from the black tees, which added to the challenge of the tournament.
Following Lone Peak and The Woodlands, the Florida-based team, Bolles, finished in third with a score of 587. Olympus and Skyline tied for fourth place, each posting a score of 596. The remaining teams included Columbus, Florida, in sixth at 605, Herriman in seventh at 623, and Rockport, Illinois, in last place with a score of 655.
Top Individual Performers
Among the individual players, Lone Peak sophomore Blake Brown captured the individual title with an outstanding score of 10-under par, totaling 134 over the two days. Brown produced a remarkable first-day score of 64, which was the best round of the tournament by a significant four strokes, followed by a score of 70 on Saturday.
Second place was taken by Will Pederson from Olympus, who finished at 6-under par with scores of 70 and 68 across the tournament. Lone Peak’s Noah Goeckeritz and Ryder Huish tied for third place at 3-under par. Other notable mentions include Tripp Depoy from The Woodlands and Austin Shelley from Skyline, who both ended at 2-under par, securing a tie for fifth.
Tournament Background
The Black Desert Golf Course is a noteworthy venue, having previously hosted a PGA Tour event last fall as part of the FedExCup Fall series, marking the first PGA Tour event in Utah since 1963. It is slated to welcome the PGA Tour again on October 23-26, rebranded as the Bank of Utah Championship.
Lone Peak’s golf coach, Derek Farr, has expressed pride in the team’s resilience and their performance despite facing challenges during the tournament. Such dedication and effort have placed Lone Peak at the forefront of high school golf in the region.
Final Standings
- 1. Lone Peak – 564 (12-under par)
- 2. The Woodlands – 567
- 3. Bolles – 587
- 4. Olympus – 596
- 4. Skyline – 596
- 6. Columbus, FL – 605
- 7. Herriman – 623
- 8. Rockport, IL – 655
Individual Leaderboard
- 1. Blake Brown (Lone Peak) – 134 (10-under par)
- 2. Will Pederson (Olympus) – 138 (6-under par)
- 3. Noah Goeckeritz (Lone Peak) – 141 (3-under par)
- 3. Ryder Huish (Lone Peak) – 141 (3-under par)
- 5. Tripp Depoy (The Woodlands) – 140 (2-under par)
- 5. Austin Shelley (Skyline) – 140 (2-under par)
FAQ
Who won the Black Desert High School Invitational?
Lone Peak High School won the tournament with a total score of 564 (12-under par).
What were the final scores of the tournament?
Lone Peak finished with 564, followed by The Woodlands at 567, and Bolles at 587.
Who was the top individual performer?
Blake Brown from Lone Peak was the top individual performer with a score of 134 (10-under par).
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament Winner | Lone Peak High School |
| Runner Up | The Woodlands (Houston, TX) |
| Top Individuals | Blake Brown, Will Pederson, Noah Goeckeritz, Ryder Huish |
| Location | Black Desert Golf Course, Southern Utah |
| PGA Tour Event | Bank of Utah Championship (October 23-26) |
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- Deseret News: Lone Peak Golf Victory
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