The 2025 Sanderson Farms Championship at the Country Club of Jackson is well underway, with two rounds completed in this significant PGA Tour event, the only one held in Mississippi. After an action-packed Friday, here’s a look at the leaderboard and highlights from the day.
At the conclusion of the second round, leading the pack is Garrick Higgo with an impressive score of 13 under par after shooting a 66. Following closely behind are Eric Cole and Taylor Montgomery, both tied at 12 under with Montgomery delivering the low round of the week at 63. Danny Walker rounds out the top scores with an 11 under total, showcasing a competitive field.
Montgomery expressed satisfaction with his performance, saying, “It was nice to make a lot of birdies and play the way that I feel like I know I can but don’t always do.” He began the tournament ranked 147th in FedEx points but has significantly climbed to 93rd after his stellar performance at Jackson.
Cole, who initially tied for the lead after the first round, maintained his strong form with a 67 on Friday, keeping just one stroke shy of Higgo. The cut line for the championship was set at 4 under par, leading to stiff competition as several prominent golfers, including Davis Riley and Joel Dahmen, fell short and will miss the weekend.
David Ford, who achieved his PGA Tour membership through the PGA Tour U program, is having a breakthrough week after missing the cut in seven of his first eight events. His solid play has him tied for fourth, marking a promising turn in his young career.
Garrick Higgo, reflecting on his swing adjustments made with coach Sean Foley, expressed hope and determination, stating that while he nearly required surgery for a torn labrum earlier this year, he has managed to avoid it. “It feels good. I’m trying to stay injury-free,” he noted, underscoring the importance of health in competitive golf.
Highlighting the day’s excitement, golfer Will Gordon made an impressive eagle from the fairway, adding to the energy of the tournament. With his current ranking just outside the top 100, he is eager to improve his standings for the continuation of his PGA Tour card.
Television viewers can catch the remaining rounds on Golf Channel and PGA Tour Live. Diving into the potential future of the Sanderson Farms Championship, the tournament approaches the end of its partnership with Wayne Sanderson Farms, raising concerns about sponsorship continuity. Without a new sponsor, Mississippi’s long-standing PGA Tour presence, dating back to 1968, may be jeopardized.
As the tournament progresses into the weekend, excitement looms, with fans and players alike ready to see how the leaderboard unfolds. With a total purse of $6 million and the first-place prize of $1.08 million on the line, the stakes are high. The event not only celebrates golfing excellence but also emphasizes the importance of continued sponsorship for the sport’s future in Mississippi.