Jack Murphy (Douglas) pictured after winning the BoyleSports Lee Valley Scratch Cup.
Picture: Niall O’Shea

Jack Murphy from Douglas became the youngest winner of the BoyleSports Lee Valley Scratch Cup last weekend, the 18 year old beat all before him as he cruised to a four stroke victory.  The 18 year old has won plenty of boys events and team events, but this was his first win in a mens event.  It was an impressive wire to wire win, Murphy led after Saturday’s opening round and never let go of the lead.  Kevin LeBlanc, Andrew McCormack and James Walsh were his nearest challengers, but none of then could get close enough.

It was an impressive display from the teenager.  He started with a three under par 69 to hold the joint lead after the opening round.  The opening round was a mixed bag with just seven pars.  Murphy had seven birdies and four bogeys on Saturday morning to finish on Continue reading →