How do you qualify for AJGA tournaments?
Players who want to compete in AJGA events must sign up for a Junior or Junior Plus Membership and be at least 12 years of age to participate in an AJGA event. Future Player Membership (non-playing) is available for players younger than 12 or who want to receive AJGA membership benefits without participating in events.
How much is it to join the AJGA?
If you want to manually calculate your annual budget or ballpark it, Junior Golf Hub estimates junior golfers and their families will pay anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 per year to play on the AJGA Tour or any other similar junior tour; this range assumes you are playing between 0 to 2 events per year based on AJGA PBE ...
How do AJGA stars work?
All players receive one Performance Star when they join or renew their membership with the AJGA to give them an initial status. High school sophomores and seniors receive one additional membership Performance Star (two total). High school juniors receive two additional membership Performance Stars (three total).
How many AJGA tournaments can you play in?
five AJGA tournamentsHow many AJGA events can I play in? AJGA members can play in a maximum combined total of five AJGA tournaments (Open and Junior All-Star) per season. Members can play in a maximum of four Junior All-Star Series tournaments per season. Members can play in one AJGA Preview Series tournament per season, if eligible.
How many golf tournaments should a junior play?
between 8-15 tournamentsBased on the data collected and my own personal experience, here is some advice for junior golfers and their families trying to build a schedule: The schedule should have between 8-15 tournaments. It is not important to travel far and if money is tight, put money towards a membership at a course rather than events.
How do you become an elite junior golfer?
Breaking par at your home golf course is only the first step towards becoming an elite junior golfer. The data suggests that players (both boys and girls) need to average approximately 69 per round to win on the AJGA — on 6,800-yard courses for boys and just under 6,000 yards for girls.
How many stars do you need to play in AJGA?
One earned star may be all you need to gain entry to some summer ACDS Junior All-Star Series (ages 12-15) events. There are many stars at stake. Earn up to four performance stars in Qualifiers for AJGA Open tournaments (ages 12-19) and two stars in qualifiers for ACDS Junior All-Star Series events (ages 12-15).
How do you play in AJGA?
How to Play in the AJGAJoin as a playing member.Send in acceptable Proof of Age which must be received prior to submitting any applications to AJGA events.Check to see if you have earned any Performance Based Entry (PBE) status and report to Player Services.More items...
How are AJGA rankings calculated?
A player's ranking is based on the total points they earn in recognized tournaments, divided by a minimum of six events. The system rewards players who compete against the strongest fields which are annually recognized with the greatest number of points at stake.
What age is a junior golfer?
In the United States and Mexico, a junior golfer is considered to be an amateur golfer who has not reached their 19th birthday during the calendar year ending December 31 prior to a competition requiring that golfer to be a junior in order to participate.
How do you get fully exempt AJGA?
Players with a top finish at a premier national junior event will earn Fully Exempt Status which is the highest acceptance priority for entry into AJGA Open and Junior All-Star Series tournaments.
What is AJGA PBE?
In the AJGA's effort to educate parents and juniors on the sometimes confusing world of junior golf, the Association is proud to unveil its first Web-based Performance Based Entry map. The map organizes all of the junior golf tournaments that the AJGA recognizes through PBE.
How do you get fully exempt Ajga?
Players with a top finish at a premier national junior event will earn Fully Exempt Status which is the highest acceptance priority for entry into AJGA Open and Junior All-Star Series tournaments.
How do you use Ajga TaylorMade discount?
After you are registered you can sign in to your account on TaylorMade Golf and select the TaylorMade Discount Programs icon. Then click "Shop Now" to activate your discount. You will see discounts applied on the product detail pages and at checkout.
What age is a junior golfer?
In the United States and Mexico, a junior golfer is considered to be an amateur golfer who has not reached their 19th birthday during the calendar year ending December 31 prior to a competition requiring that golfer to be a junior in order to participate.
How are AJGA rankings calculated?
A player's ranking is based on the total points they earn in recognized tournaments, divided by a minimum of six events. The system rewards players who compete against the strongest fields which are annually recognized with the greatest number of points at stake.
What is the AJGA?
The American Junior Golf Association 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.
Who is eligible to be an AJGA member?
Players who want to compete in AJGA events must sign up for a Junior or Junior Plus Membership and be at least 12 years of age to participate in an AJGA event. Future Player Membership (non-playing) is available for players younger than 12 or who want to receive AJGA membership benefits without participating in events.
What playing opportunities are available with the AJGA?
This series offers members the opportunity to start building Performance Based Entry status before application deadlines arrive for summer Open and AJGA Junior All-Star Series events.
What is an AJGA qualifier?
The AJGA Qualifier Series is one of the main ways players get their start with the AJGA. Typically held the day prior to AJGA Open and AJGA Junior All-Star Series tournaments, 18-hole AJGA Qualifiers give players an opportunity to "play their way in" to each coinciding tournament and earn PBE status for a future event.
How to contact Ajga?
Also, the AJGA's Player Services Department is ready to answer your questions. Call the AJGA toll-free at (877) 373-2542 or (770) 868-4200 or contact Player Services via email at [email protected].
What is an AJGA tournament?
AJGA Open tournaments make up the largest part of the AJGA schedule. All members may submit tournament applications to Open tournaments. All AJGA Open tournaments are filled using the AJGA’s Performance Based Entry system. Each AJGA member has a status that reflects how he has performed in state, regional and national junior golf events, both AJGA and non-AJGA events. Tournament fields are filled by players who have the highest status and have properly applied to the event. Members are limited to a maximum combination of five AJGA Open and/or AJGA Junior All-Star Series events. NOTE: Members may compete in a maximum of four AJGA Junior All-Star Series tournaments per season. Click here to view more information on Performance Based Entry and see a complete list of tournaments where players can build their Performance Based Entry status.
How old is the Junior All Star Series?
The AJGA Junior All-Star Series is a collection of events specifically designed for boys and girls age 12-15 years old. All Junior All-Star tournaments are filled using the AJGA’s Performance Based Entry system. Each AJGA member has a status that reflects how he has performed in state, regional and national junior golf events, both AJGA and non-AJGA events. Tournament fields are filled by players who have the highest status and have properly applied to the event. The competition provides an opportunity for younger members to develop their skills within the 12-15 year age group and build higher levels of Performance Based Entry status for later entry into Open tournaments. Members are limited to a maximum combination of five AJGA Open and AJGA Junior All-Star Series events per season. NOTE: Members may compete in a maximum of four AJGA Junior All-Star Series tournaments per season.
What is social activity in AJGA?
The social activity is an excellent opportunity to interact with other players and families, staff and sponsors of the AJGA. Some tournaments will have a cookout held in conjunction with the social activity, in which players (and sometimes parents) may eat complimentary.
How late can you arrive at the tee?
The AJGA recommends arriving 10 minutes prior to your tee time (15 minutes for the first round). An AJGA staff member will provide scorecards, hole location sheets, Notice to Competitors and other local rules.
What is a Players Meeting?
A Players Meeting (Preview, Junior All-Star Series and select other events only) usually follows registration and this meeting covers important information regarding the tournament and Local Rules. A Parents Meeting is also held, usually at the same time as the Players Meeting.
What is the entry criteria for Rolex?
Entry criteria varies but most common is player position in Rolex AJGA Rankings
How to earn performance stars in Ajga?
The AJGA also allows you to earn Performance Stars by playing well in select non-AJGA events. Sounds great! But what events? The AJGA lists the events on its website under the PBE Map section.
How many All Star events can an AJGA member attend?
All good things have limits and the AJGA is no exception. AJGA members are limited to a combined total of five Open and Junior All-Star events per year (with a maximum of four Junior All-Star events per season). Preview Series and Invitational events do not count towards this limit.
How to get a performance star?
The quickest way to earn a substantial amount of Performance Stars is to play well in an AJGA event. For example, the 2018 Callaway Golf Junior Championship, an open tournament, awards the following Performance Stars based on finish:
What are the two drivers of performance star counts?
Our Hub analysis shows the two vital drivers for Performance Star counts at an event are (a) time of year and (b) field size.
What is the question we always get asked?
A question we always get asked is ‘Am I ready for the AJGA?’
Does the AJGA publish scoring averages?
The AJGA also publishes the scoring average ranges by gender and type of event on its website. Here is a summary!
How to improve your recruiting profile in five minutes?
Improve your recruiting profile in five minutes by filming a swing video to share with college golf coaches in the AJGA’s ACDS Coaches Corner. Videos may be especially important for Division I coaches who are more restricted in their recruiting travel.
How long is the AJGA golf consultation?
Email any of our AJGA College Golf Advisors to schedule a 20-minute complimentary consultation
What is a mental golf workshop?
The Mental Golf Workshop Profile, powered by the DISC Profile System, provides a personalized report that details characteristics about a player related to his “mental golf game”. This report is very helpful for both self-awareness and as a tool that can be used by the player’s golf instructor/coach to address specific areas of the mental golf game.
Is there anything like Prodi G?
There’s nothing like Prodi G on the market . The premium clubs are custom built at PING using the same precision process as our adult clubs to help ensure quality, performance and reliability.
Does Prodi G grow with junior?
The Prodi G family can grow with your junior. Our industry-first “Get Golf Growing” program offers a one-time, no-charge club adjustment to sets of five clubs or more purchased in one transaction.
Does ping expire?
There is no expiration date for the one-time opportunity. Consumer is responsible for shipping costs to PING. PING covers shipping and handling costs back to the consumer upon completion of the alterations. Turnaround time is estimated at one week upon receipt of clubs at PING’s facility.
Who is responsible for shipping costs to Ping?
Consumer is responsible for shipping costs to PING. PING covers shipping and handling costs back to the consumer upon completion of the alterations.
Do you have to pay for re-shafting golf clubs?
Consumer is entitled to a one-time, no-charge service to have the clubs re-shafted or lengthened, re-weighted, and re-gripped to optimize performance as the golfer grows. (Cost of re-finishing not included.) Clubs do not need to be altered at the same time. There is no expiration date for the one-time opportunity.
How many players are on the PGA Tour?
Realize that golf is a very limited opportunity sport, as far as the career opportunities for professional career. The PGA Tour has less than 200 players with privileges, while pro baseball and football teams have many hundreds of players.
What are some myths about college golf?
There are many myths surrounding how kids are recruited in college golf out there. The myth that the coaches actually actively recruit the kids, watch their games up close (there are exceptions) and make decisions of their observations, is one such myth .
Is high school golf bad?
High School golf, for the most part, is really poor golf. No offense, but it is. Especially, on the girl's end. College coaches don't want to spend a day at a High School State tournament when watching bad golf from distances that can't or won't equate to collegiate distances.
Do college coaches want to spend a day at a high school state tournament?
Especially, on the girl's end. College coach es don't want to spend a day at a High School State tournament when watching bad golf from distances that can't or won't equate to collegiate distances. Not many college coaches spend the resources anymore to go see one or two kids in a high school state tournament.
Do you have to play high school golf to get a scholarship?
In fact, you do not have to play High School Golf to even earn a scholarship. High School golf for tournament golfers is their practice season. In fact, there is only one high school sport you have to play any more to get an athletic scholarship and that is football.
How many tournaments are in the Rolex rankings?
The rankings are based on a rolling 52 week average. The minimum number of tournaments that are included in the calculation is 6 - therefore if a junior plays in less than 6 qualifying tournaments their total points accumulated is still divided by 6 (so their tournaments do get the full potential amount of points). Since the AJGA Rolex rankings are based on AJGA and other large tournaments, they do not provide junior rankings by age groups and as such the top rankings are usually dominated by juniors in their late high school years.
How many JGS events are there in a 365 day period?
Junior Golf Scoreboard (JGS) To be ranked on Junior Golf Scoreboard, junior golfers need to play in at least four JGS ranked events in a 365 day period. The good news is that JGS includes the most tournaments in their rankings compared to the other major ranking services.
What is the Rolex Ajga ranking?
The Rolex AJGA rankings (previously the AJGA Polo Junior Golf Rankings) are used by the AJGA primarily to guide the Rolex Junior All-America selection process, for selection of AMJGA Invitational fields and to help determine members of team events including the AJGA Wyndham Cup teams, the PING Junior Solheim Cup team, the Junior Presidents Cup team, and the ACDS Junior All-Star team.
Why are junior golf rankings by graduation year?
However, the reason the rankings are by graduation year is that that they are used by college coaches who are looking for talent for their programs. JGS tip - when registering for any junior golf tournament, make sure to keep your junior golfer's name consistent in all tournaments or tours that they play in.
What is WAGR golf?
The World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) is a joint offering by the the R&A and the United States Golf Association and provides rankings for elite amateur women and men. The WAGR includes more than 10,000 players from over 100 countries, based on more than 4,000 ranking tournaments.
What is junior golf rankings?
The GolfWeek junior rankings include both boys rankings and girls rankings and are one of the more interesting to look at as they do not rely purely on tournaments scores but rather a mathematical formula devised by Jeff Sagarin that looks at junior golfers' win/lose record against other players in the same tournament on the same day.
What are the JGS rankings?
The JGS rankings are based on three criteria: (i) Individual Scoring - 65%, (ii) Strength of Field - 25% and (iii) Strength of Finish - 10%.
