James Earle closed out a composed and consistent week at Eagle Trace Golf Club to win the 2025 Dixie Amateur, finishing at 10-under par and earning one of the most respected titles in amateur golf.

The Jupiter, Florida native carded a final-round 68 to hold off a strong field, completing rounds of 75-68-67-68 for a four-day total of 278. After opening with a modest first round, Earle steadily climbed the leaderboard with three consecutive rounds in the 60s, separating himself with disciplined ball-striking and timely scoring over the final 54 holes.

Will Block of Plantation, Florida finished runner-up at 8-under par after closing with a 68 to post 280. A three-way tie for third at 5-under included Aarav Shah of Australia, Mason Deal of Ohio, and BJ Boyce of North Carolina, each finishing at 283 after four demanding rounds.

The final round saw movement throughout the leaderboard, but Earle remained steady as challengers attempted to close the gap. His ability to limit mistakes and convert scoring chances on Eagle Trace’s demanding par-72 layout proved decisive.

With a championship resume that now includes a victory at one of Florida’s most historic amateur events, Earle adds his name to a distinguished list of Dixie Amateur champions and caps off a strong close to the competitive season.

The Dixie Amateur once again delivered a deep, competitive field and four days of high-level amateur golf, reinforcing its place as one of the premier winter championships on the amateur calendar.

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