IMG Academy Junior World Championship

The IMG Academy Junior World Championship is an internationally recognized junior golf tournament organized by Junior World Golf, held annually at premier venues including Torrey Pines Golf Course in California. The championship features multiple age divisions ranging from 7-8 years old up to 15-18 years old, with boys and girls competing separately in stroke play format, typically over multiple rounds (usually three to four rounds). The field size exceeds 1000 competitors representing many countries, making it one of the largest and most prestigious junior golf events globally. Qualification is through invitation and performance in sanctioned junior events worldwide, with some divisions holding qualifiers to earn spots. The event includes practice rounds and a putting championship as part of the schedule.