Junior

AJGA supports USGA, Rule 14-1B

The AJGA sent out a statement in support of the USGA and R&A’s adoption of Rule 14-1B.

Bauchou's short game pays off in tournaments

Multiple juniors have advanced through U.S. Open local qualifying and will play in Sectional qualifying June 3 at various golf courses around the country. But for Zachary Bauchou, he will always remember his first.

Thunderbird to host top players from the world

The AJGA’s Thunderbird International Junior is set to take place May 25-27 at Grayhawk Golf Club’s Raptor course in Scottsdale, Ariz. For the 13th consecutive year, the Thunderbird will boast a good field of homegrown American players along with an international mix.

5 Questions: Henry Liaw, 2001 U.S. Junior champ

We caught up with Henry Liaw, the 2001 U.S. Junior champion, who spends his days teaching the game in his native California.

After busy week, Then prepares for Thunderbird

Gabriella Then is a busy girl. After qualifying for her third U.S. Women’s Open last week in Beaumont, Calif., the 17-year-old won the Scott Robertson Memorial Junior Sunday. She now will prepare for her third Thunderbird International Junior.

Player of the week: Carl Yuan

Carl Yuan won the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament on May 19 by three shots.

Player of the week: Gabriella Then

Gabriella Then, of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., won the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament on May 19.

AJGA, CJGA team up for Open event in Canada

The American Junior Golf Association, in partnership with the Canadian Junior Golf Association, will conduct an AJGA Open event in London, Ontario, on August 12-15 at Greenhills Golf Club.

Player of the week: Kristine Odaiyar

Kristine Odaiyar of Ocala, Fla., won the Florida Junior Golf Tour event at Via Mizner Golf and Country Club on May 5.

Player of the week: Carson Young

Carson Young of Pendleton, S.C., claimed the prestigious Junior Invitational at Sage Valley title on April 28 in Graniteville, S.C., with a final round 2-under 70.

Player diary: Brad Dalke (Part 6)

Brad Dalke joins the Golfweek.com staff as a player blogger for the 2013 junior golf season. Check out his blog about his appearance in the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley.

12-year-old misses European Tour cut in China

Ye Wocheng, the 12-year-old who made history on May 2 in becoming the youngest player to compete on the European Tour, shot consecutive 79s to miss the cut at the Volvo China Open in Tianjin, China.

Coach, player on Michigan prep team die in van crash

The coach and a player on a Michigan high school boys' golf team were killed Monday when the team van collided with another vehicle on a rural road in the northern Lower Peninsula, according to news reports.

Young plays 'smart' and lands Junior Invitational title

Carson Young started the day within three shots of the lead and opened his round with two bogeys, but was able to rebound for a final-round 70 that landed him a two-shot victory over four others at the Junior Invitational.

Sage Valley: Final-round tee times and groupings

Check out the final-round tee times at the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley. Tee times were moved up to split tees and an 8 a.m. start due to expected bad weather in the area.

Notes: Par-4 sixth the ultimate risk-reward hole

The par-4 6th hole -- named Loblolly Bay -- played just over 300 yards on Saturday, and some players in the field took to the risk, but didn't always reap the reward.

Sage Valley: Hoey, field will need to catch Horsfield

Rico Hoey is one of eight players within three shots of the lead at the Junior Invitational, but only have 18 holes left to catch 36-hole leader Sam Horsfield.

Sage Valley: Burns, Shelton back in contention

Sam Burns and Robby Shelton put so-so rounds on Friday behind them by posting 68s on Saturday to move to 2 under overall and only three shots off the lead.

Sage Valley: Henley's path gives Wiggins hope for his

Russell Henley, who was the guest speaker at Nike Night at the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley, and Victor Wiggins, will have taken the same road to college golf. Neither player can be claimed off the AJGA’s hotbed of players.

Sage Valley: Connelly battles illness for 4-over 76

Austin Connelly held a share of the lead at the Junior Invitational early on Friday, but finished with a 4-over 76 after battling an illness.

Video: Sage Valley, Day 1 recap

Our Lance Ringler and Julie Williams break down the Day 1 action at the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley.

Video: Junior Invitational at Sage Valley preview

Our Lance Ringler and Julie Williams break down five key storylines prior to the start of the 2013 Junior Invitational at Sage Valley.

Video: Sage Valley Cribs with Doug Ghim

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the digs that the 54 players will have this week at the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley.

Brad Dalke proposes to Natalie Gulbis

Some kids talk a big game, but Brad Dalke backed up his profession of future love to Natalie Gulbis.

Junior Invitational at Sage Valley: Recap

A highlight package from the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley, which saw Zachary Olsen cruise to a three-shot victory for his first major championship of his young career.

Junior Invitational at Sage Valley: Day 3

Golfweek.com senior writer Ryan Lavner gives you a Take 5 from the second round at the Junior Invitational.

Junior Invitational at Sage Valley: Day 2

Our Lance Ringler and Ryan Lavner with a Take 5 from the second day of the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley.

Junior Invitational at Sage Valley: Day 1

We visit with a plethora of the world's best junior players to talk about why the Junior Invitational appeals to them.

Under Armour/Hunter Mahan Championship

Lance Ringler interviews Hunter Mahan at the Under Armour/Hunter Mahan Championship

Palmetto Championship: Final Round

After two rounds, the individual title at the Palmetto High School Championship came down to a playoff. Charlotte Country Day took the team title.

Palmetto Championship: Round 1

Players from some of the leading schools share their frustrations about the inclement weather at the Palmetto High School Championship.

18 holes with Katelyn Dambaugh

This Pinewood Prep sophomore is not intimidated by the male-dominated field. Golfweek.com follows the 2010 U.S. Girls' Junior runner-up through her qualifying round at the Palmetto High School Golf Championship.

Golfweek Junior Series at Longbow: Highlights

Longbow proved to be a challenge for some, but others stepped up their game in order to qualify for the Golfweek Junior Invitational.

Golfweek Jr: 18 Holes with Paige Spiranac

Paige Spiranac has already qualified for the Golfweek Junior Invitational, but says that taking on Longbow is a personal challenge.

18 holes with Trisha Witherby

Trisha Witherby is competing in the Golfweek Junior Series at Willbrook plantation. Golfweek.com followed the 2009 Indiana state champion throughout her opening round.

Golfweek Jr. Series: Day 1 at Pine Needles

Cold rain and wind was the story of the day at the Golfweek Junior Series at Pine Needles. See how players weathered the storm.

Golfweek.com's SAT Challenge

Asher Wildman challenges the college-bound players at the Golfweek Junior Series at Longbow Country Club in Mesa, Ariz., to see if they're ready to take on the SATs.

Golfweek Junior Series highlights

Chelsea Pezzola and Jordan Niebrugge won the Golfweek Junior Series event at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Mich.