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A year after finishing fourth as the top seed, Team Utah’s longtime core came back and won the 2026 17u PGA Jr. League Championship. If your junior golfer has ever had a season end short of where they hoped, Team Utah’s Sunday at Twin Warriors Golf Club is worth a read. One year after earning…
If your senior has a verbal commitment, Wednesday, Nov. 11 is the first day it can become official — and the document they sign won’t be the one most parents remember. Here’s why the date still holds. When the NCAA folded the old National Letter of Intent (NLI) into its own rules, the signing dates…
The PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship, an initiative supported by Chase and Kohler Co., is much more than a high-stakes golf tournament. This annual event presents a unique opportunity for student-athletes from Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic-Serving Universities, and other minority-serving institutions to both compete at a high level and explore the myriad career avenues…
The Park in West Palm Beach recently celebrated its two-year anniversary. Since opening in 2023, this Gil Hanse-designed course has become a national model for community golf. Central to this success is its Junior Caddie Program, which serves as a cornerstone of the facility’s outreach initiative, “The Path.” Building Leaders on the Fairway The program…
The landscape of college golf is undergoing a major transformation, courtesy of PGA TOUR University. This groundbreaking initiative has quickly risen to prominence as the most consequential event of the spring season. A Unique Approach to College Golf Launched in 2020, PGA TOUR University is far from just another ranking system. It offers college seniors…
In a tribute to one of the most influential figures in golf, the United States Golf Association (USGA) has decided to rename two of its most esteemed amateur awards after Tiger Woods. The U.S. Amateur champion will now receive the Tiger Woods Medal, and the U.S. Junior Amateur winner will hold aloft the Tiger Woods…
The Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA), a renowned golf organization, recently announced the launch of its Junior Council. This move signifies a crucial stride in the MGA’s commitment to promoting junior development in golf, both on and off the course. MGA Junior Council: Elevating Junior Voices The MGA Junior Council is a youth leadership and advisory…
Mirabel Ting, an exceptional talent in the world of golf, has recently made headlines for her impressive performances and dedication to the sport. At just 19 years old, she has already made waves on the professional circuit and is quickly becoming a name to remember. Hailing from a background filled with golf enthusiasts, Mirabel began…
Some of the most talented prodigies in the history of golf may have started out just like you! In no particular order, check out the list below to learn more about some of golf’s greatest prodigies and how they earned their title. Tiger Woods As we dive into the history of some of the…
For rising Junior Golfer, Paul Chang, the last few months have been a massive boost to his future golf career. Earlier this spring, he was actively participating on Virginia’s club golf team, hoping to catch the eye of the Cavalier coaching staff. Although golf has been a passion for Chang since he was nine years…
Understand junior golf rankings like never before, including how to get your name on Junior Golf Scoreboard and AJGA Rolex Rankings for college coaches to see.
With the world opening up more and more over the last few months, we are beginning to see signs of normalcy. Tournaments are beginning to kick back up, and the Championships that every Junior and Amateur…
2020 has now turned its final page bringing many people hope for the new year. Some people have plans to get into the gym and become a more physically fit version of themselves, while others will be wishing to accomplish various goals within their respective fields. The truth is that most people’s faith quickly disintegrates…
As we draw an end to this tumultuous year, we also dive into off season for many sports. It is a great time to reflect on the past year and look at everything you have accomplished. Some of you may have crushed your goals, making great strides towards your college golf aspirations, while some of…
Version 2 of Junior Golf Hub’s mobile app is now available for download! From the use of your mobile device, you can join the leading online community for junior golfers, their parents & college coaches. The new JGH mobile app is full of new features for both coach and athlete profiles. Deep linking: If the…
Here at The Hub, we can’t wait to get back to tournament competition, safely. Some countries, states, and organizations have restarted competition already while others are gearing up for a grand reopening. There are also a few NEW national tournament opportunities popping up. Check into the golf tournament landscape to help get the competitive juices…
From “My shot: Why amateur golf, especially the junior game, could emerge from coronavirus stronger than ever” A possible silver lining to these difficult decisions about tournaments at the global and national level is that local junior events – if held – could see much stronger fields than usual this summer. Competitors are going to…
Gov. Phil Murphy announced Wednesday he’s reopening state parks and forests and allowing county parks and all golf courses in New Jersey to operate again under restrictions starting Saturday morning. Read More from Brent Johnson, NJ Advance Media:As of week ending April 26, 58% of U.S. golf courses were open for play, up from 49%…
Tune in April 30th 4:00 – 7:00 PM This event will bring together top players, coaches and recruiting experts to tell their stories and help parents and high school students navigate the college golf recruiting process. The recruiting seminar is free to attend, however all pledges will be donated to the Golf Emergency Relief Fund.
Is your child the next Annika or Tiger? That’s the question posed in the introduction of “Golf Parent for the Future,” a booklet Vision54 coaches Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott wrote 17 years ago. Spoiler alert: Their answer is no. Every family is on their own personal journey in this game, and there’s no shortage…
Our list of suggested podcasts to cultivate your 5 Elements of Success! Hear from the best to do it on Desire and Goals, Golf Skills and Coaching, Physical Performance and Nutrition, Mental Game, and Equipment. Be the best version of yourself – be a sponge!5 Under with Roger KnickBy: Roger KnickAll 5 Elements“5 Under was…
Photo: FanpopLately I’ve been thinking a lot about Lou Gehrig’s famous farewell speech and I thought it was important to share with you. He said, “I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth and while I am facing a recent setback, I have a lot to live for!” Mr. Gehrig was…
Welcome back to the Tiger Woods YouTube Project, where we’ve made our way to young Tiger’s senior year of high school! As a refresher, we’re taking one video per year of Tiger’s life and breaking it down, hoping to gain a better understanding of the man himself. Read More
NGF data reveals the growing magnitude of COVID-19, the hunt for open courses and, perhaps, the looming implications (both negative and positive) for golf.