Mid-Pacific Open started its tradition by combining the Lanikai Cup which was held for amateurs and the Campos Trophy for local golf professionals into one prestigious event. Mid-Pacific Country Club and its proud members have continued to uphold this fine golfing tradition over 60 years.
The inaugural Mid-Pacific Open was held in 1956 and Guinea Kop was crowned as the first tournament champion shooting an impressive 72-hole tournament score of 285. In 1968 touring golf professional Jerry Barber, set the tournament record of 14 under par. This record was to stand for the next 18 years until up and coming golf professional David Ishii posted a 72-hole gross score of 271, shattering the record by 3 strokes. This tournament record still stands today. David went on to win another 2 times with his most recent victory in 2006.
The names etched on the Open perpetual trophy are some of Hawaii’s Golfing Legends and inductees into the Hawaii Golf Hall of Fame. Ted Makalena, Jimmy Ukauka, Larry Stubblefield and Ron Castillo have all had this honor. Recent Hall of Fame inductee Lance Suzuki has had his name engraved on our Open Trophy a record setting 8 times. This record will not be matched for a long time, if ever.
Other “repeat” winners include 3 time champion Greg Meyers and 2 time champion Allan Yamamoto. As the legacy of golfing greats continued into the 21th Century, Guinea Kop’s grandson, Regan Lee, captured the title in 2002, 2003, and 2004 becoming Mid-Pacific Open’s first three-peat winner. In 2009 Tadd Fujikawa became the latest 2 time winner. In 2010, Samuel Cyr, a Maui native captured the title and after Nathan Lashley, of Arizona, won in 2011. Nick Mason, another “local boy”, beat Lashley in a playoff to take the title in 2012; and in 2013 a new course record of 62, beating the old course record set by Greg Meyers was posted by Kamehameha Schools’ and University of Hawaii graduate, T.J. Kua, during the 2nd round, who went on to win the tournament. Brent Grant, a graduate of Moanalua High School won the 2019 Open.
While continuing the Mid-Pacific Open’s legendary history, this tournament is one of Hawaii’s premier golfing events and along with ASPGA’s State Open remains the only open tournament for Hawaii professionals. One of only three 72-hole tournaments in the State, the Open attracts golfers from all islands and abroad all wanting their shot at having their name etched on the coveted trophy.
1956 – Guinea Kop
1957 – Ted Makalena
1958 – Ted Makalena
1959 – Paul Scodeller
1960 – Al Greer
1961 – No Tournament
1962 – Paul Scodeller
1963 – Jerry Barber
1964 – Paul Scodeller
1965 – Jesus Rodriguez
1966 – Jerry Barber
1967 – No Tournament
1968 – Allan Yamamoto
1969 – Joe Carr
1970 – Rick Weihe
1971 – Chipper Garriss
1972 – Larry Stubblefiel
1973 – Larry Lee
1974 – Ron Castillo Sr.
1975 – Charles Barenaba
1976 – Allan Yamamoto
1977 – Lance Suzuki
1978 – Lance Suzuki
1979 – John Kalinka
1980 – Allan Yamamoto
1981 – Lance Suzuki
1982 – Wendell Tom
1983 – Lance Suzuki
1984 – Lance Suzuki
1985 – Richard Martinez
1986 – David Ishii
1987 – Lance Suzuki
1988 – No Tournament
1989 – David Ishii
1990 – Greg Meyer
1994 – Deron Doi
1995 – Brandan Kop
1996 – Casey Nakama
1997 – Greg Meyer
1998 – Keith Kollmeyer
1999 – Greg Meyer
2000 – Beau Yokomoto
2001 – Larry Stubblefield
2002 – Regan Lee
2003 – Regan Lee
2004 – Regan Lee
2005 – John Lynch
2006 – David Ishii
2007 – Darren Summers
2008 – Tadd Fujikawa
2009 – Tadd Fujikawa
2010 – Samuel Cyr
2011 – Nathan Lashley
2012 – Nick Mason
2013 – T.J. Kua
2014 – Nick Mason
2015 – Bradley Shigezawa
2016 – Parker McLachlin
2017 – Jared Sawada
2018 – Samuel Cyr
2019 – Brent Grant
2020 – No Tournament
2021 – Alex Ching
2022 – Alex Ching
2023 – Shawn Lu
2024 – John Oda
2025 – Jared Sawada
The best golf club and country club in the islands for people who love the game of golf and want all the amenities for family, fitness, dining and social fun. A friendly professional environment with the reputation as one of Hawaii’s most challenging yet playable golf layouts. Famous for superb greens! Walking the course allows for playing golf the way it was intended. Different tees for all skill levels. Love it here!
— MM, Member
Mid-Pacific Country Club offers more than breathtaking views — it offers over 50 + monthly wellness classes designed to fit your lifestyle.
From championship-level play to social rounds with friends, Mid-Pacific Country Club celebrates the spirit of the game with pristine fairways, expert instruction, and year-round tournaments for every level of golfer.
Membership at Mid-Pacific Country Club means more than access — it’s a connection to community, tradition, and an exceptional island lifestyle enriched by exclusive experiences both on and off the course.
