PIAA Golf Championships Return to Happy Valley

State College, PA, Oct. 20, 2023 — The 2023 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Golf State Championships concluded this week, providing a thrilling conclusion to a season of intense competition. The event was a testament to the incredible talent and dedication of young golfers from across the state.

Hosted at the Penn State Golf Courses, Monday and Tuesday consisted of individual play, while Wednesday featured the team championships. Two hundred and sixteen athletes competed on Monday and Tuesday, and 120 golfers from 24 teams participated on Wednesday. Many dedicated spectators also visited the course to show their support for the golfers.

The 2023 PIAA Golf State Championships culminated with the crowning of four team champions this Wednesday: Hickory in the 2A Girls, Devon Prep in the 2A Boys, Peters Township in the 3A Girls, and Peters Township again in the 3A Boys.

The individual winners from Monday and Tuesday's individual play included Hunter Swidzinski of Butler, who clinched the 3A Boys' Golf Championship with a thrilling putt on the third playoff hole. Rhianna Gooneratne of Plymouth Whitemarsh secured the 3A Girls' championship. In the 2A Girls' division, Anna Swan of North East, while Nick Werner of Wyoming Seminary took the 2A Boys' title.

These championships would not have been possible without the combined efforts of several key staff. The PIAA and Penn State Golf Courses worked together to present a successful event once again. Behind the scenes, a dedicated team of volunteers also ensured that the event ran smoothly.

Mark your calendars for October 21 to October 23, 2024, as the PIAA Golf Championships are scheduled to return to Happy Valley for the third consecutive year!