Columbus has a new champion to celebrate. A local golfer has won the Georgia Junior Championship, bringing statewide hardware home to the Fountain City, according to Now Georgia.

The victory is a proud moment for the Columbus golf community, highlighting the talent developing right here in the Chattahoochee Valley. Junior golf championships are among the most competitive amateur events in the state, drawing top young players from across Georgia.

And the good news on the local sports front doesn’t stop there — the Columbus Lions are also gearing up for the AAL Championship game against the Wheeling team, according to WRBL. The Lions’ run to a championship game is another sign of the athletic spirit thriving in Columbus this summer.

Whether on the fairway or the gridiron, Columbus athletes are stepping up and making their city proud. Congratulations to the young golfer on a remarkable achievement, and best of luck to the Lions as they chase a championship of their own.

Sources: Now Georgia, WRBL