The IMG Junior Golf Tour was developed to fill a key niche in junior golf, the IMG Junior Golf Tour provides an elite setting for junior golfers to compete and gain exposure to college golf, professional golf, national junior rankings and athletic excellence.
Held in Florida every December, and open to boys and girls ages 11-18, the the IMG Academy Junior World Florida Challengeis a qualification and invitation only event featuring an international field of over 200 players.Age Groups & Eligibility
Players aged 11-18 are eligible to participate in IMG Junior Golf Tour tournaments Players compete in the following age divisions:
- Boys 15-18
- Girls 15-18
- Boys 11-14
- Girls 11-14
Note: Players aged 11-14 may elect to “play up” and compete in the 15-18 division. Players must indicate this intention by registering for the older division online or sending an e-mail request to IMGJuniorGolfTour@img.com
Players reaching their 15th birthdate on any competition day of a particular tournament are no longer eligible to play in the 11-14 division and must compete in the 15-18 division.
Players may sign up for future tournaments before their 11th birthday. However, they must be at least 11 years of age to participate in an IMG Junior Golf Tour event. Special consideration for players under the age of 11 may be considered based on previous tournament experience and demonstrated success. Inquiries should be sent via email to IMGJuniorGolfTour@img.com
A Senior in high school who turns 19 on or after January 2 of his/her senior year is eligible to participate for the duration of that year provided he/she does not start college. Gap year play is not supported after December 31 following high school graduation. Once a player starts college, regardless of age, they are no longer eligible.
