
G.O.L.F. Callaway/Meijer Junior Tour
Michigan's largest independent junior tour, entering its 33rd season in 2026 with 40 tournaments statewide from Grand Haven to Ann Arbor and a Meijer Cup match-play finale.
About Meijer Junior Tour
- Divisions: Meijer Mixed 7–10, Boys/Girls 11–13 and 14–15, Callaway Boys/Girls 16–18 and 19–23.
- 2026 schedule runs April 25 (American Dunes) through October 25 (Meijer Cup Match Play Championship).
- Events are ranked by AJGA, Junior Golf Scoreboard and TUGR.
- Has awarded more than $641,000 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors.
- Based in Coldwater, MI; also operates the Midwest Collegiate Amateur Series.
Best for: Michigan juniors of any level who want a deep statewide schedule with scholarship points and national rankings.
Other junior programs in the same states
Most families mix two or three programs in a season: a local tour for reps, an association tour for championships, a regional tour for rankings.
Traverse City Junior Golf Association (Northern Michigan Junior Tour)
Michigan
Teaching 'Life Skills through Golf' since 1984, TCJGA runs 67 junior tournaments in 2026 across northern Michigan, including the 24+ event Northern Michigan Junior Tour at courses like Arcadia Bluffs and Grand Traverse Resort.
Michigan PGA Junior Golf (Junior PGA Championship & Team Michigan)
Michigan
The Michigan PGA does not run a season-long junior tour; its junior offerings center on the Michigan Junior PGA Championships (feeder to the national championship and Team Michigan), PGA Jr. League and DCP. Most Michigan juniors play the GAM, Meijer/Top 50 or regional tours.
GAM Junior (Golf Association of Michigan)
Michigan
The Golf Association of Michigan offers a free junior membership (ages 6–18) that unlocks GAM junior tournaments, a USGA handicap and GHIN stat tracking, with optional $35 Youth on Course access. GAM expanded its junior tournament offerings for 2026.
Top 50 Junior Tour
Florida, Michigan, Ohio, South Carolina
Founded in 2003 by Coach Danny Thomas, the Top 50 Scholarship Golf Tour runs 50+ events a year at country clubs and resorts in Michigan and Florida (with Ohio and South Carolina stops), most ranked by JGS and GJGR.
Good to know
Meijer Junior Tour frequently asked questions
- Who can play Meijer Junior Tour events?
- G.O.L.F. Callaway/Meijer Junior Tour serves junior golfers aged 7–18 (plus 19–23 Callaway division). Michigan juniors of any level who want a deep statewide schedule with scholarship points and national rankings.
- Where does Meijer Junior Tour hold tournaments?
- Events are held in Michigan. The tour is based in Michigan.
- How much does Meijer Junior Tour cost?
- Entry fees approx. $115–$250 per event; membership fee not published. Fees are set by the organizer and can change each season; confirm on the official site before entering.
- Do Meijer Junior Tour results count toward junior rankings?
- Yes. Meijer Junior Tour results count toward JGS and AJGA PBE, which college coaches and national tours use to evaluate players.
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