Detroit Lakes Welcomes New Champion
DETROIT LAKES — On August 13, 2025, 16-year-old Chase Birdwell from Blaine, Minnesota, won the championship division title at his debut at the Pine to Palm Golf Tournament.
A Competitive Day on the Course
The young golfer participated in a thrilling day of Championship division golf, where only the top 64 players advanced. This included an intense 11-man playoff to determine the last five qualifying spots.
Playoff Excitement
An 11-person playoff for the final 5 spots was remarkable, with groups of 5 and 6 deciding the fates. Check out the first group of 6 golfers on the course! pic.twitter.com/oebA6a4Rvc
— Nick L. Sports (@NickLSports) August 14, 2025
Legends Division Matches
Earlier in the day, the Legends division began its match play at Lakeview, resulting in several shocking outcomes. For a detailed recap of Day 3, including final qualifiers, you can find more information here.
Stay Updated
For full results and tee times for Thursday, August 14, visit pinetopalm92.golfgenius.com. Use code P2P on the Golf Genius app. For comprehensive coverage throughout the week, visit dl-online.com under the Pine to Palm section.
Photos from the Tournament
Multiple images captured the excitement of the day, showcasing players like Chase Birdwell, who garnered much attention as he progresses through the tournament.
Conclusion
As the tournament continues, golf enthusiasts are eager to see how Chase and other skilled golfers perform. The competition not only highlights the sportsmanship but also the camaraderie among participants.

