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A look into the final round of the 33rd Louisiana Mid-Amateur Championship held at Bayou DeSiard in Monroe, Louisiana on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
Monroe, LA - It was a wild, back-and-forth finish at the 33rd Louisiana Mid-Amateur Championship. The top of the leaderboard was in constant motion throughout the final round, but in the end, it was John Humphries of Woodworth who rose to the occasion and claimed the title.
Humphries began the day two shots off the lead, but he came out strong with a 2-under front nine before holding steady with an even-par back nine. His steady play earned him a spot in a sudden-death playoff with Baton Rouge’s Lawrence Allen, who fired a 67 to climb from solo third at 3-under to a share of the lead at 8-under.
The final pairing of Humphries, Allen, and Berthelot kept the crowd on edge all afternoon. Berthelot, who started with the lead, ran into trouble early with two bogeys and a double on the front nine. He rallied late, however, with a birdie on 15 and an eagle on 16, but ultimately finished one shot shy of the playoff.
With the championship on the line, Humphries and Allen returned to the 18th at Bayou DeSiard for the playoff hole. That’s where Humphries delivered the shot of the day, a dramatic 20-foot birdie putt, to secure his victory and etch his name into Louisiana golf history.
This year’s champion will also take home a custom-made jacket from Pearce Bespoke.
About the LGA
The Louisiana Golf Association (LGA) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to unifying the golf community across Louisiana. Since its inception in 1920, the LGA has expanded its scope to offer a variety of championships, including the Junior Amateur Championship and the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour. The LGA is committed to providing exceptional services in Championship Administration, USGA Handicap System oversight, and Rules of Golf authority, ensuring fair play and integrity throughout the state.
The LGA supports golfers of all levels through its Course Measuring and Rating services, comprehensive tournament management, and educational seminars on the Rules of Golf and Amateur Status. By partnering with entities like the Audubon Golf Trail and Gulf States PGA, the LGA fosters growth and inclusivity in the sport.
As the authoritative body for amateur golf in Louisiana, the LGA maintains the WHS Handicap Index, crucial for assessing individual performance, and continues to uphold the game’s traditions and values. For more information, visit LGA.org or contact us at 337-265-3938.
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