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PGA Jr. league
PGA Jr. League exists to bring communities together through fun, team golf experiences… plus those experiences that transcend golf itself, like friendships that last for years to come or a newfound sense of confidence. This unique approach highlights team play versus individual competition and serves as a feeder system to transition youth golfers to existing junior golf programs, such as those offered by local PGA Sections. The format of play is explained below and can be found here.
FORMAT - Scramble - In the format that PGA Jr. League uses, both players on a team hit drives. The best shot is selected, then each player plays from the selected spot, and this process continues until the ball is holed. Match - As part of the Game, players participate in head-to-head Matches. A Match is nine holes in length and the Captain or Coach is responsible for appropriately assigning players to each Match. Game - A competition between two PGA Jr. League teams. A Game consists of two teams, each fielding at least eight players (10 players in postseason broken into four groups of two). Flag - Each Match is broken into three of these. A Flag is three holes in a row, and each team has the opportunity to earn points at the end of each Flag. At the end of a Flag.
WHO - PGA Jr. League is open to both boys and girls, 17 and under, of all skill levels and abilities.
Facilities can elect to offer 13u and/or 17u teams and leagues. In 13u programs, the minimum age is dictated by the facility and the child must be 13-years-old on or before July 31, 2020 (or December 31, 2020 for the Fall Season). Conversely, 17u programs are designed for children 14-years-old to no older than 17-years-old on or before July 31, 2020 (or December 31, 2020 for the Fall Season).
WHEN - PGA Jr. League is played all year-long! The program is split into two primary seasons: Summer and Fall.
The PGA Jr. League Postseason is attached to the Summer Season. After participating in the Summer Season, competitive golfers have the opportunity to be selected for their league's All-Star team. The postseason begins in August (late July in some areas), culminating with the PGA Jr. League Championship in October.
WHERE - Find a league team to join here.
PRICE - Prices vary from facility to facility. They run from $150 -$300+.
drive chip and putt
A joint initiative founded in 2013 by the Masters Tournament, United States Golf Association and The PGA of America, Drive, Chip and Putt is a free nationwide junior golf development competition aimed at growing the game by focusing on the three fundamental skills employed in golf. By tapping the creative and competitive spirit of girls and boys ages 7-15, Drive, Chip and Putt provides aspiring junior golfers an opportunity to play with their peers in qualifiers around the country.
Participants who advance through local, sub-regional and regional qualifying in each age/gender category earn a place in the National Finals, which is conducted at Augusta National Golf Club the Sunday before the Masters Tournament and is broadcast live by Golf Channel. Registration for Drive, Chip and Putt is open. Local qualifying will be available in all 50 states.
the 1905 junior golf tour
The Greater Cincinnati Golf Association (GCGA) hosts the premier junior golf program in the Tri-State area through the 1905 Junior Tour. Click Below to Learn the Steps to Get Registered and Sign Up to Play. An active Handicap Index from a GCGA member facility/club is required for all juniors in order to play on the 1905 Junior Tour. If you do not have an active Handicap Index and are a member of a GCGA facility, please contact your golf professional to activate. You can also sign up online for a Handicap Index (click here). Handicaps can be activated after February 1st for the current year.
Ages 7-18 membership fee $75.
SOPGA Junior Tour
The SOPGA Junior Tour was founded in 2008. The Tour offers a superior junior golf experience. Our goal is to help develop younger golfers as well as provide outstanding competitions on a local level. In addition, this program strives to foster sportsmanship and integrity among its members.The Southern Ohio PGA Junior Tours are open to all junior amateurs who live in the state of Ohio from the ages of 7-18. If a junior does not live in Ohio he or she is required to submit proof or active enrollment in an Ohio school. Applications will be open to juniors who have not reached their 19th birthday or started their freshman year of college by midnight on the last day of the final 2020 event (July 30, 2020). Check the specific requirements of both the SOPGA Players Tour and the SOPGA Futures Tour to determine which Tour you are eligible to play.
A ges 7-18 membership fee $65.
American junior golf association
American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) - Developing golf's next generation . The AJGA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the overall growth and development of young men and women who aspire to earn college golf scholarships through competitive junior golf. The AJGA conducts more than 200 annual events to help members gain exposure to college golf scholarships. We also are passionate about programs that develop great people - learn how to maximize your membership.
Ages 13-18 membership fee $215+.
Ages 12U can join as a future player membership for $95.
The AJGA offers an ACE Grant for those needing financial assistance.
hurricane junior golf tour
The mission of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour is to accommodate the ladies and gentlemen of junior golf with an extraordinary experience in a competitive environment. The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT) was founded in 2007 with the intention of providing junior golfers between the ages of 8-18 an opportunity to play exceptional courses in a competitive environment. The tour’s vision is to provide superb hospitality and make every event a memorable one. With play open to both males and females, nearly every junior golfer is eligible to participate on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour. Currently the HJGT is the largest junior golf tour in the United States hosting more 2-day nationally ranked events than any other tour. The HJGT has been able to achieve this goal by running the most professional events and providing an exceptional value to all of our players and families over the last 13 years.
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ges 8-18 membership fee $299 (first time members click here for a discount).
golfweek junior tour
The primary goal is to promote juniors who are determined to grow their competitive edge, build character, display sportsmanship, and gain confidence in golf and in life.
The staff strives to make each tournament a memorable experience for every player. With our goals in mind, the tour can only run at a top level if we all participate in its success. Players need to display extraordinary effort, attitude, and sportsmanship. We require admirable behavior before, during and following each and every tournament.
Ages 19U membership fee $150.