In an exciting finish to the 2026 Cleveland Metroparks 2-Player Scramble, Luke Liberatore and Brett Dubin emerged victorious at Manakiki Golf Course in Willoughby Hills on May 16. The duo’s stellar play included two par-5 eagles, allowing them to conclude with a remarkable 9-under par score of 63. Their performance, particularly a scorching 30 on the back nine, ultimately secured them the championship by a single stroke.
Final Standings of the 2026 CMG Manakiki 2-Player Scramble
Finishing in a tie for second place, the teams of Dave and Will Kurtz, along with Jimmy Wild and Mike Simpson, both posted impressive scores of 8-under par 64. Additionally, Sam Swenton and Pat Profancik made headlines with an albatross on the par-5 sixth hole, helping them secure a tie for fourth place.
Event Highlights
- Winners: Luke Liberatore + Brett Dubin – 63
- Second Place: Dave Kurtz + Will Kurtz & Jimmy Wild + Mike Simpson – 64
- T4: Matt Mullen + Kevin Grenfell, Sam Swenton + Pat Profancik, Paul Krueger + Zach Krueger – 65
A total of thirty teams participated in this year’s scramble. The weather turned rainy just as the last contestants finished their round. The next scheduled event by Cleveland Metroparks Golf is the Sleepy Hollow 2-Player Better Ball, set for June 7.
Complete Results Overview
| Position | Team | Score | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke Liberatore + Brett Dubin | 63 | $1100 |
| T2 | Dave Kurtz + Will Kurtz | 64 | $550 |
| T2 | Jimmy Wild + Mike Simpson | 64 | $550 |
| T4 | Matt Mullen + Kevin Grenfell | 65 | $242 |
| T4 | Sam Swenton + Pat Profancik | 65 | $242 |
| T4 | Paul Krueger + Zach Krueger | 65 | $242 |
| T7 | Jimmy Clark + Tyler Lajko | 66 | |
| T7 | Howie Cavell + Kyle Beller | 66 | |
| T9 | Rick Deichert + Ryan Stefanski | 68 |
For keen golf enthusiasts, this annual event showcased the competitive spirit and skill of players across the region. As participants gear up for the next event, anticipation is palpable for the upcoming Sleepy Hollow 2-Player Better Ball.
