Bonneville Sisters Shine at Region 5 Girls Golf Invite

Whitni and Marissa Johnson lead Bonneville High's golf team to victory at Schneiter's Riverside

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:07am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting overlapping, fragmented images of golfers swinging clubs and putting on a green golf course, rendered in vibrant shades of green, blue, and yellow.The Johnson sisters' sibling rivalry fuels Bonneville High's quest for a girls golf state title.Riverside Today

Bonneville High's girls golf team, led by the Johnson sisters, Whitni and Marissa, won the Region 5 tournament at Schneiter's Riverside Golf Course. Whitni, the defending 5A state champion, shot a 75 to edge out her younger sister Marissa by one stroke. The Bonneville team had six players finish in the top 10, showcasing their depth and talent as they aim for another state title.

Why it matters

The Johnson sisters' sibling rivalry has fueled their individual games and helped push Bonneville to become one of the top 5A teams in the state. Their performance at the Region 5 tournament demonstrates the strength of the Bonneville program and sets them up as favorites to contend for the state championship in May.

The details

Whitni Johnson, a senior, shot a 75 to win the individual title, while her freshman sister Marissa finished one stroke behind her at 76. The Johnson sisters teed off in back-to-back pairings, competing against each other for the third time this season. Bonneville's team score of 313 was 28 strokes better than runner-up Box Elder. In addition to the Johnson sisters, Bonneville had four other players finish in the top 10: Anna Umbrell (3rd, 78), Addy Stanger (T5th, 84), Presley Shears (T8th, 89), and Adi Stone (T8th, 89).

  • The Region 5 girls golf tournament was held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Schneiter's Riverside Golf Course in Riverside, Utah.
  • Whitni Johnson, the defending 5A state champion, is a senior at Bonneville High School.
  • Marissa Johnson, Whitni's younger sister, is a freshman at Bonneville High School and is in her first season on the varsity team.

The players

Whitni Johnson

A senior at Bonneville High School and the defending 5A state champion in girls golf.

Marissa Johnson

A freshman at Bonneville High School and Whitni Johnson's younger sister, making her varsity debut this season.

Brett Johnson

The head coach of the Bonneville High School girls golf team, who is coaching his two daughters, Whitni and Marissa, this season.

Ruby Owens

A senior on the Box Elder High School girls golf team, who finished fourth individually with an 84.

Mia Marx

A sophomore on the Box Elder High School girls golf team, who finished second individually with an 80.

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What they’re saying

“The funny thing is, I checked it on the last hole, and I knew I needed to lock in. Then I literally hit it within like three feet, and I made a birdie.”

— Whitni Johnson, Senior, Bonneville High School

“I want her to do her best. Like today, she only lost to me by one stroke, but part of me's also like I don't want you to beat me... It gives her something to chase towards, and I think she plays better chasing me, honestly.”

— Whitni Johnson, Senior, Bonneville High School

“I think I've become more consistent. Mentally, I still have some bad mental games, but it's gotten better, and everything in general's just gotten a lot easier. It feels easier to play, it's more fun to play, and I feel like I've grown a lot, too.”

— Marissa Johnson, Freshman, Bonneville High School

What’s next

The Johnson sisters and the Bonneville High School girls golf team will look to continue their strong play at the 5A state tournament, which will be held on May 18-19 at Riverbend Golf Course in Riverton.

The takeaway

The sibling rivalry between Whitni and Marissa Johnson has pushed Bonneville High School's girls golf team to new heights, making them a top contender for the 5A state championship. Their family dynamic and the depth of the Bonneville roster demonstrate the strength of the program and its potential to dominate the state tournament.