Derek Hitchner won the 2026 Utah Championship at Ogden Golf & Country Club, finishing 21-under-par to secure a $180,000 prize and 500 points. Hitchner clinched the victory after a high-stakes playoff against Cole Hammer, marking his second professional title following his 2026 championship win.
Playoff Decides Champion
Hitchner's victory was determined on the 18th hole, where he defeated Cole Hammer in a playoff. According to PGA TOUR leaderboard data, both players entered the playoff tied at 21-under-par. During the playoff, Hitchner secured the win on the par-4 18th hole, which measures 465 yards. Hammer was eliminated during the playoff sequence, finishing as the runner-up.
Tournament Purse and Scoring
The tournament, presented by Zions Bank and Intermountain Health, featured a total purse of $1,000,000. Hitchner's final score of 259 across four rounds included consistent performances of 68, 62, 62, and 67. This performance earned him a total of 500 points in the standings.
Final Leaderboard Standings
The competition saw several players battle for top positions before the final round. Mason Andersen finished in a tie for second place with a total score of 21-under-par, after recording rounds of 56, 63, 63, 68, and 65. Travis Trace also finished at 21-under-par, tied for 21st place in the final standings. Tommy Morrison finished in a tie for sixth place with a total score of 20-under-par.
Competition at Ogden Golf & Country Club
The field included a variety of competitors vying for the substantial prize money. High-ranking finishers included Jackson Van Paris, who finished 20-under-par, and Blades Brown, who finished at 20-under-par. Other notable performances included Chad Sewell and Filip Jakubcik, both of whom finished at 19-under-par, and Ian Holt, who finished at 19-under-par. The tournament was held at the Ogden Golf & Country Club, a par-70 course with a total yardage of 7,097 yards.
Historical Context of the Championship
The 2026 Utah Championship adds to the long history of the event at the Ogden course. Previous champions include Julian Suri, who won in 2025 with a score of 18-under-par, and Karl Vilips, who won in 2024 with a score of 25-under-par. Other recent winners include Roger Sloan, who took the title in 2023 with a score of 24-under-par, and Andrew Kozan, who won in 2022 with a score of 21-under-par.
Event Conclusion
The tournament concluded on August 2, 2026, following four days of competition that began on July 30. The event highlighted the growing prominence of the Korn Ferry Tour in the region, with the championship providing critical points for players seeking to advance in their professional careers. The tournament was conducted under weather conditions that saw temperatures around 77 degrees Fahrenheit with winds of 12 miles per hour.
