2023 OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP

July 14-19, 2023

Boys 10-11, 12-13

Girls 10-12

July 19-24, 2023

Boys 14-15

Girls 13-14

July 24-29, 2023

Boys 16-18

Girls 15-18

Optimist Junior Golf helps develop successful character traits in the future world leaders through the challenging and humbling game of golf. Golfers that qualify for the Optimist Junior Golf Championships are treated to a life-changing week, including: three phases of competitive Junior Golf, top-notch sleeping rooms, scrumptious meals, an Adult-Child Golf Tournament, long-drive competition, glow ball event, and an awards ceremony.

Help a child advance to the Championship by sponsoring them. Contact your local District Junior Golf Chair for more details. This is a once in a lifetime chance for our Junior Golfers. CLICK HERE to find the nearest qualifier.

Reasons golfers play in our qualifiers to get to the championships

• It is one of the top International Junior Golf Tournaments in the world.

• It is ranked by JuniorGolf Scoreboard, Golfweek and Amateur Golf World, and included in the AJGA Performance Based Entry Process.

• Approximately 30 College Coaches attend and recruit at the event.

• Participants play against golfers from all over the world.

What makes us unique and different from other tournaments?

Parents and Optimist Members don’t realize the value for a child to attend. Did you know that the registration fee is only $730 per golfer ($670 for District Winners), which includes:

• Tournament entry fee

• Golf (practice round and tournament rounds)

• Five nights lodging (shared with another golfer if coming alone)

• Five breakfasts and four dinners

• Plus, access to all special events (Glow ball, Long-Drive competition, educational seminar, video arcade room)

Additional fees apply for parents and guests.

For more information on the Optimist Junior Golf Program, call 314-881-1307 or email golf@optimist.org