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Division Champions Reflect on Their Performances - Winter Invitational Presented by Callaway
HOLLISTER, Calif. — The AmateurGolf.com Winter Invitational presented by Callaway once again brought elite amateur talent to San Juan Oaks Golf Club, where firm, fast greens and a championship-caliber layout set the stage for standout performances across all divisions. What separated this year’s event, however, was not just the scoring — but the stories behind those scores. From clutch hole-outs to composed Sunday finishes, each division champion delivered a unique path to the top, and the winners were eager to share how they got it done.
Entering the final round one shot off the lead, Theo Anderson leaned on elite wedge play and clutch scrambling to post a closing 69, finishing the tournament at 4-under (71–69) to secure the Championship Division title. Theo is currently a freshman playing for the University of San Francisco Men's golf team.
His round featured an eagle hole-out on the par-4 12th, numerous momentum-saving par conversions, and a birdie on 18 to seal the win.
For Anderson, the Winter Invitational fit perfectly into his offseason preparation for spring collegiate golf.
His closing-round steadiness reflected exactly the performance he hoped would surface this week.
Asked why he circled the Winter Invitational on his schedule, Anderson summed it up simply:
Chris Marin lit up San Juan Oaks on Saturday, carding seven birdies, including a blistering 31 on the back nine, to grab the early lead in the Mid-Amateur Division. His fast start proved decisive as he rode that momentum through the final round to claim the championship.
Marin praised the demanding setup:
As for his weekend formula?
Marin also earned Low Scorer honors for the Men’s Mid-Amateur (25–49) category.
Cathy Zhang (San Ramon, CA) backed up her opening-round 72 with a steady 74 on Sunday to secure the Women’s Division title at +2 (146).
Her consistent ball striking separated her from the field as she closed out a comfortable margin of victory.
After opening with a superb 69, Craig Miyamoto (Sacramento, CA) protected his lead through Sunday’s more challenging winds and firmer greens, finishing at +1 (145) after a closing 76.
The leaderboard stayed tight throughout the afternoon, but Miyamoto’s first-round cushion — and mistake-free early play — ultimately sealed the championship.
Jim Williams (Orinda, CA) captured the Super Senior championship at +5 (149), highlighted by a composed 72 in the final round — one of the steadiest Sunday scores across any division.
His disciplined approach and clean back nine made the difference.

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