IT WAS a first place finish for Coffs Harbour teenager Milla Adamson in the 14/15 years girls’ category at the 2026 JNJG Harvey Norman Sydney Week of Golf, a five-day tournament held across five challenging courses.
Her impressive performance, including a decisive finish over the final two holes, earned her a three-shot victory and secured a place in the prestigious Bonville Champions Trophy later this year.
During the Sydney Week of Golf, Milla faced a challenging final round.
“I missed an important putt on the 13th hole which put my opponent in the lead by one shot,” she said.
“It was a mental challenge, but I reminded myself to reset, stay positive, and finish strong.”
Her focus and routines were key: “I like to get to the course early to warm up and I write ‘PTC’ on my balls to remind myself to play the course, you can’t control how others play, it’s you against the course.
“I also have a pre-hit routine for every shot which keeps me focused and removes distractions.”
Her mother, Holly Adamson, said, “Milla has worked incredibly hard, and it’s wonderful to see her dedication pay off.
“She stayed focused during the final holes, and we are all so proud of her achievement.”
Attending Bishop Druitt College (BDC) in Coffs Harbour, Milla is part of the school’s High Performance Program and trains six days a week under the guidance of her coach Ji McBryde, with support from mental coach Deidre Anderson.
“I enjoy training and preparing for my next tournament,” Milla said.
“Whether it’s drills or a round of golf to practice course management, I like to be on the course and keep improving.”
Milla’s dedication and talent have been exceptional, said Nat Titcume, Head of High Performance & Sports Academies at Bishop Druitt College.
“Our BDC High Performance Program, alongside the BDC Golf Academy, has been proud to support her journey.
“From individualised strength and conditioning programs to sport-specific skill development, we provide each athlete with tailored support to reach milestones like Milla’s outstanding achievements.”
Milla, 14, began playing golf at age seven and quickly showed a natural talent for the sport.
“I started competing when I was 10, and once I attended my first Jack Newton Junior Golf Tournament, I was hooked,” she said.
“Since then, I’ve been following the series and attending as many tournaments as possible around NSW.”
Looking ahead, Milla is thrilled to compete in the Bonville Champions Trophy.
“This was a big-ticket item on my vision board for 2026.
“All the JNJG competitors want to go to Bonville, it’s the most prestigious event of the year, and it means a lot to me.”
Milla is supported by her family, school, coaches, friends, and sponsors including Guzman y Gomez, who assist her financially to attend tournaments across the country.
By Andrea FERRARI
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