Comox Valley Golfer Strong Season

As a youngster growing up and playing golf in the Comox Valley, Riley Wheeldon is looking at a strong finish to a solid year of golf at various events he has played in.

In addition he played between the Web.com Tour and PGA TOUR Canada this season, Riley Wheeldon said “he has his eyes on the prize for a strong finish north of the border.”

The 23-year old, who has made nine starts on the Web.com Tour and five on PGA TOUR Canada, knows he’ll be playing in Canada the rest of the season after missing out on the Web.com Tour Finals, and said his goal is clear for the remainder of the year.

“It’s nice to know where I’m going to be each week and settles the travel down a little bit, and I can plan ahead,” said Wheeldon, who finished second on the PGA TOUR Canada Order of Merit in 2013. “It gives me a little bit more foresight going into these last four events. I have a clear goal and I know what I need to do now, so I need to finish strong.”

The former Big East Player of the Year at the University of Louisville said he’s trending in the right direction through two rounds at The Great Waterway Classic.

“I’m striking it as good as I have all year, which is a bonus,” said Wheeldon. “I’m staying out of trouble off the tee. The putter’s been a little cold, which is actually a good thing going into the weekend because it can improve. I’m happy with the way I’m hitting it and managing my game, and I should be in good position.”

Despite being in a different position than 2013 – he was the Order of Merit leader until the season’s penultimate event last year, and is 44^th this year – Wheeldon said the familiarity of success on PGA TOUR Canada has him feeling good with four events to go.

“Any time you can win on any level,” said Wheeldon, “you have the confidence to do it again, so that’s the goal these last four events – to get one, if not two.” 

The talent this young golfer is showing so far is helping him soar to new heights both on and off the course.     

He has the talent, so let’s hope he can continue to pursue his dreams and reach the pro ranks around the world.