Championship Information
The Season-Ending Championships culminate the Summer Series as top players in the points standings are invited to participate in these special events! Each is contested on a first-rate golf course and features the amenities of a true Championship. See below for the details of each event.
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| Beginner Open |
The Beginner Open is designed to serve as the Season-Ending Championship for the Beginner division. Players in the Beginner division who feel that they may be ready to participate in the 9-Hole division (at the Club or Open level) have the option to participate in this competitive event. As an open event, all juniors from the Beginner division are eligible and welcome to participate. Caddies are allowed and the 10 shot maximum rule will remain in effect. However, all players will start from the same starting tee (no shotgun start) and awards will be given to the top finishers in each age group. If you are considering a move to the next level, you are strongly encouraged to participate in this event. The field is limited to the first 60 players to register.
Qualifications for Entry*
*All participants must be current AJG members and registered in a Beginner Division.
| Club Championship |
Championship is conducted at the end of the Summer Series. All 18-Hole Club Division players will compete in a 36-hole competition over two days, while 9-Hole Club Division players will compete in a nine-hole competition contested only on the first day of play. The field is comprised of the top 9- and 18-Hole Club Division players from each division. This competition is designed to ready those players who desire advancement to the Open Division. The top three players in each age group of the 9-Hole Club Championship will earn exemptions into the 9-Hole Classic, the 9-Hole Open Division Season-Ending Championship held the following week. The top three players in each age group of the 18-Hole Club Championship will earn exemptions into the Grand Championship, the 18-Hole Open division Season-Ending Championship also held the following week.
Qualifications for Entry*
*All qualifiers must be current AJG Members and have participated in at least five Summer Series tournaments during the current year. The general information included above does not constitute an invitation to participate in the Club Championship. Invitations are sent to qualifying junior golfers the week before the championship.
>Complete 2011 Club Championship Details
| 9-Hole Classic |
The 9-Hole Classic is conducted at the end of the season at one of Atlanta's premier golf courses. The field is comprised of the top 9-Hole Open Division players from each of the 9-Hole Open Division age groups. This two-day, 18-hole competition (9 holes each day) is designed to ready those players who desire advancement to the 18-Hole Division.
Qualifications for Entry*
- Previous year's 9-Hole Classic champions, if still competing in 9-Hole Open Division
- Previous year's Players of the Year from the 9-Hole Open division currently playing in the 9-Hole Open Division
- 9-Hole Open Division players placing first in their respective age groups in three Summer Series
- Top three finishers in each division of the 9-Hole Club Championship
- Remaining players qualify on points (all ties for final spots in each age group qualify)events, during the current year.
- Special invitation from AJG
*All qualifiers must be current AJG Members and have participated in at least five Summer Series tournaments during the current year. The general information included above does not constitute an invitation to participate in the 9-Hole Classic. Invitations are sent to qualifying junior golfers the week before the championship.
>Complete 2011 9-Hole Classic Information
| Grand Championship |
The Grand Championship is typically contested the last week of July at one of Georgia's most popular recreational destinations. Atlanta Junior Golf members and their families have an opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of activities, including golf, tennis, biking, horseback riding, swimming, boating, fishing, etc.
The field is comprised of the top junior golfers in each age group from 18-Hole Open Divisions (including the 18-Hole 12 & Under Division). Winning this highly competitive 54-hole championship is one of the most coveted titles of the year.
Qualifications for Entry*
- Defending overall Grand Champion(s) and age group winners
- Previous year's AJG Players of the Year from the 18-Hole Open Division
- 18-Hole Open Division players placing first in their respective age groups in three Summer Series
- Top three finishers in each division of the 18-Hole Club Championship
- Remaining players qualify on points (all ties for final spots in each age group qualify) events, during the current year.
- Special invitation from AJG
*All qualifiers must be current AJG Members and have participated in at least five Summer Series tournaments during the current year. The general information included above does not constitute an invitation to participate in the Grand Championship. Invitations are sent to qualifying junior golfers the week before the championship.
>Complete 2011 Grand Championship Information
| Field Composition |
The field composition is dependent upon the total number of players in each age group. The Atlanta Junior Golf Championship Committee reserves the right to issue special invitations to players who have not otherwise met the qualification requirements.
Double points are awarded to the top finishers.
*The general information included above does not constitute an invitation to participate in any Season-Ending Championship. Invitations are sent to qualifying junior golfers the week before the championship.
