Lake Forest Junior Golfers Shine at KHSAA State Tournament

Carson Long and Grant Howard, Trinity High School
At Lake Forest Country Club, we take great pride in developing young golfers who go on to achieve success at the highest levels of competition. Last fall, four of our talented junior members showcased their skills on one of the biggest stages in Kentucky high school golf—the KHSAA State Golf Tournament.
Luc Kelty (St. Xavier)
Carson Long (Trinity)
Grant Howard (Trinity)
Zach Gladieux (Christian Academy of Louisville)
Carson Long (Trinity)
Grant Howard (Trinity)
Zach Gladieux (Christian Academy of Louisville)
These dedicated athletes earned their spots at the state tournament after competing in the Semi-State round at Shelbyville Country Club. The journey concluded at Bowling Green Country Club on October 8th-9th, where they battled against the best high school golfers in Kentucky.
A Strong Showing on the Leaderboard
The competition was fierce, with Luc Kelty delivering an outstanding performance, finishing with a 145, placing him among the tournament’s top individual scorers. Meanwhile, Trinity High School secured a second-place team finish, with Christian Academy of Louisville narrowly missing the podium in fourth place.
Final Team Scores:
1 Madison Central – 596
2 Trinity – 600
3 McCracken County – 614
4 Christian Academy of Louisville – 615
2 Trinity – 600
3 McCracken County – 614
4 Christian Academy of Louisville – 615
Home to Kentucky’s Largest Junior Golf Program for a Private Club
The success of these young athletes is no coincidence—Lake Forest Country Club is home to the largest junior golf program of any private club in Kentucky. With three PGA professionals on staff, our program is designed to develop golfers at every level, from beginners just learning the game to competitive players striving for championships.
Our junior golf program offers:
-Expert instruction from PGA-certified professionals
-Group clinics and private lessons tailored for all skill levels
- On-course play opportunities to develop real-game experience
- Summer camps and competitive leagues to keep kids engaged and improving
For families in the Lake Forest neighborhood and beyond, our club provides an unparalleled environment for young golfers to grow their skills while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow players. Whether your child dreams of playing high school golf or simply wants to learn a lifelong sport, Lake Forest Country Club is the place to start.
We are incredibly proud of Luc, Carson, Grant, and Zach for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship on the course. Their success is a testament to the strong foundation they built right here at Lake Forest, and we can’t wait to see where their golf journeys take them next!