Braden Shattuck Wins Doylestown Open Golf Tournament

Doylestown, PA, July 27, 2025

News Summary

Braden Shattuck of Rolling Green Golf Club triumphed at the Doylestown Open held at Doylestown Country Club. Despite challenging weather conditions with a heat index near 115 degrees Fahrenheit, Shattuck finished at 5-under-par with a score of 67. He tied with Brian Bergstol, who could not participate in the playoff. The competition featured strong performances, including notable finishes in the Senior Division and among amateurs. The tournament not only highlighted Shattuck’s skill but also emphasized the spirit of camaraderie among competitors.

Doylestown, PA

Braden Shattuck of Rolling Green Golf Club in Springfield, Pennsylvania, emerged victorious at the 2025 Doylestown Open held at Doylestown Country Club, overcoming challenging weather conditions that included a significant heat index reaching nearly 115 degrees Fahrenheit.

This win marks Shattuck’s first Philadelphia PGA Section victory of the year, following his earlier triumph at the same tournament in 2022. Shattuck finished his round at 5-under-par with an impressive score of 67, tying with Brian Bergstol of Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. However, Bergstol did not participate in the playoff due to his earlier tee time, allowing Shattuck to claim the title.

Throughout his round, Shattuck recorded six birdies and only one bogey. Despite the grueling heat, he managed to maintain composure, attributing part of his success to the support from fellow competitor Jeff Fick during play. Additionally, he expressed gratitude to his wife, Veoletta, as well as to the members and staff at both Rolling Green and Doylestown, alongside the Philadelphia PGA Section staff.

Competition Overview

In the overall standings, Austin Barbin from Chesapeake Bay Golf Club and Riley Wheeldon from Aronimink Golf Club finished tied for third place with scores of 3-under-par. A total of seven PGA professionals finished in a tie for fifth place at 2-under-par.

Senior and Super Senior Divisions

In the Senior Division of the tournament, John Pillar from Country Club at Woodloch Springs claimed victory with a score of 1-under-par, finishing four strokes ahead of Eric Kennedy from Overbrook Golf Club. Meanwhile, three PGA professionals tied for third at 4-over-par.

In the Super Senior Division, Greg Farrow from Deerwood Country Club won by two strokes, outperforming three fellow PGA professionals.

Philadelphia Assistants’ Organization Event

Simultaneously, the Philadelphia Assistants’ Organization (PAO) hosted a separate event where Brian Bergstol emerged victorious. Austin Barbin took the second place in this event, finishing three strokes behind the winner. Other top contenders included Andrew Cornish from Green Valley Country Club, Zach Barbin from Chesapeake Bay Golf Club, and Zac Oakley from Bidermann Golf Club, who all finished tied at 2-under-par.

Low Amateur Honors

Matthew Hutcheson earned the Low Amateur honors with a score of 2-over-par, placing him two strokes ahead of Ryan Rigby and four ahead of Neil Gordon.

Support and Future Events

The 2025 Doylestown Open was presented by Doylestown Country Club, with additional support from KM Golf Sales and the PGA Tour. The next Philadelphia PGA Player of the Year points event is set for August 3-4 at Penn Oaks Country Club in West Chester, PA.

The Philadelphia PGA Section represents nearly 900 PGA Members and Associates at over 590 golf facilities located throughout eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware.

FAQ Section

What is the Doylestown Open?

The Doylestown Open is a professional golf tournament organized by the Philadelphia PGA Section, held annually at Doylestown Country Club.

Who won the 2025 Doylestown Open?

Braden Shattuck from Rolling Green Golf Club won the 2025 Doylestown Open.

What was the weather like during the tournament?

The weather was severe, with a heat index reaching nearly 115 degrees Fahrenheit, resulting in a significant challenge for competitors.

How did Shattuck perform during the game?

Shattuck finished at 5-under-par with six birdies and one bogey, tying with Brian Bergstol, who was not present for the playoff.

What happened in the Senior Division?

John Pillar won the Senior Division with a score of 1-under-par, finishing four strokes ahead of Eric Kennedy.

What is the next event in the Philadelphia PGA Section?

The next event is scheduled for August 3-4 at Penn Oaks Country Club in West Chester, PA.

Key Features of the 2025 Doylestown Open

Feature Details
Winner Braden Shattuck
Winning Score 5-under-par (67)
Runner-Up Brian Bergstol
Weather Conditions Heat index of 115 degrees Fahrenheit, weather delay of 1 hour 15 minutes
Senior Division Winner John Pillar (1-under-par)
Next Event Date August 3-4, 2025

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