Jakob Taruc emerged victorious at the ICTSI Eagle Ridge JPGT Championship held in General Trias, Cavite on Friday, June 19, 2026. The win secured his place in the Elite Finals and solidified his role as a key player for the North boys’ 15-18 squad.
Taruc's Stellar Performance
Taruc recorded three birdies against two bogeys on the front nine, followed by two more birdies and a bogey on the back nine, finishing with a 70. His three-over 219 total gave him a commanding 11-stroke victory over Harry Sales, who shot a 77 to finish at 230. Lujo Gomez carded a 76 to claim third place at 231 in the three-month regional series organized by Pilipinas Golf Tournaments, Inc.
“Reaching the finals wasn’t originally part of my plan, so being here feels like a true blessing. Heading into Beverly Place, I was struggling with self-doubt because my game wasn’t quite where I wanted it to be – but I could feel it coming together,” Taruc said in a news release. “After two rounds at Beverly, my confidence started to return. By the time I arrived at Eagle Ridge, I felt good about my game because my swing was locked in and everything was just working perfectly.”
Girls' Division Results
In the girls’ division, Rafa Anciano carded an 81 for a 242 total, while Levonne Talion settled for second with a 79 for a 244, followed by Kendra Garingalao, who had an 85 for a 249. With the victory, Anciano concluded the six-leg series with 40 points, while Garingalao finished with 37. They booked the last two spots in the Finals alongside early qualifiers Liza Sarines (42 points) and Mona Sarines (39 points).
Upcoming Finals
The top four finishers from the Luzon and Visayas-Mindanao series are headed for a thrilling, Ryder Cup-style duel at the Pueblo de Oro Country Club in Cagayan de Oro on Aug. 17-20. “This victory proved to me that I am truly capable of going low. It gave me the validation I needed. Moving forward, I just have to trust myself and my abilities. I feel ready for the Finals now. I just need to do a little bit of tweaking with my iron game to be fully prepared,” Taruc said, joining a formidable North quartet alongside Tristan Padilla, Shinichi Suzuki, and Geoffrey Tan. Comprising the Southern lineup are Alexis Nailga, Sebastian Sajuela, Clement Ordeneza, and Mhark Fernando III.
