What is it?
The tournament is a 54-hole competition with 18 teams of the top four boys representing 12 western states, 2 Canadian Provinces and Mexico competing in a team format. The event includes a practice round, 3 tournament rounds, opening and closing ceremonies, a tournament banquet and a social event. Being chosen to represent your state/country to play in the Junior America’s Cup is one of the highest honors in boys junior golf.
How do I play for Team Arizona?
The #1-4 rated boys championship division players from the four qualifying events below will be invited to represent Arizona in the 2026 Boys Junior Americas Cup. Players must be between the ages of 13-18 on July 30, 2026 and be a full-time Arizona resident. Players will be chaperoned by team Captains, Scott McNevin – Executive Director of the JGAA, and Jason Jones – Tournament Assistant at the JGAA. There is no cost to the player to participate, all travel and accommodations are provided by the JGAA.
Where is the 2026 Boys Junior Americas Cup?
The 2026 JAC is July 26-30, 2026 at Omni La Costa Resort – South Course in San Diego, California. Team San Diego and the San Diego Junior Golf Association are the host committee. JAC WEBSITE
What are the benefits?
Participating in this event helps give players more exposure during their recruiting process. With WAGR, AJGA, and JGS awarded for participation, it helps their junior golf rankings. There are over 20 college coaches from all over the country that travel to the event to find new recruits or secure a commitment. It helps prepare juniors to be play in high level team events which will help them transition to the college level easier.
Who are some notable alumni?
Many former participants have gone on to become successful Tour players, and its likely many of this year’s participants will follow in the footsteps of other famous JAC alumni such as Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Fred Couples and Corey Pavin. Other notable participants include Ricky Barnes, Notah Begay, John Cook, Jason Gore, Charley Hoffman, Peter Jacobson, Steve Jones, Anthony Kim, Joel Kribel, Casey Martin, Billy Mayfair, Ryan Moore, Kevin Na, Pat Perez, Chris Riley, Scott Simpson, Duffy Waldorf and Mark Wiebe.
