Jones shot a qualifying-round 72, making him the No. 11 seed heading into the match play format. He claimed five consecutive victories, including a 2&1 win over Luke Long in the title match, to earn medalist honors.
“Winning the State Match Play Championship this week was a great way to end summer and get ready for this fall,” said Jones. “It's so special knowing that my name will be on the trophy along with all the great amateurs who have won this event.”
The Jonesboro, Ark., native defeated Michael Chaney by a two-hole margin to begin match play, and then followed with a victory over Chris Needham in the second as he was up by two holes with only one left to play.