PGA WEST Junior Championship (Boys)

The PGA WEST Junior Championship is a 54-hole stroke play AJGA tournament held at the Jack Nicklaus Tournament Course, PGA WEST, in La Quinta, California. The 2025 event is scheduled for June 17 to June 20 and features boys and girls ages 12 to 19. The course is known for its challenging layout and scenic desert surroundings, playing to a par 72. It attracts a strong and competitive field of junior golfers, including many highly ranked players in the AJGA Rolex Rankings from across the U.S. and internationally. Players seek exemption through AJGA Performance Stars and must confirm participation via the AJGA Player Center. An 18-hole qualifier is typically held just before the event to fill remaining spots. The tournament staff oversees practice rounds, player registration, and scoring with the Golf Genius app for live leaderboards. This event provides juniors significant exposure to college coaches and is a highlight of the AJGA summer schedule on the West Coast.