There is fantastic news for young golfers of the UK with the launch of the PING Junior Golf Tour.
The circuit will be specifically for golfers aged 6-21, with the Grand Final taking place at Thonock Park in Gainsborough.
Golfers aged 6-12 will feature in the Rookies Tour while all golfers aged under-21 can compete in the Masters Tour.
This new initiative builds on a strong 15-year partnership with the Northern Junior Tour, expanding the tour’s reach to a national level, providing competitive and enjoyable golfing opportunities to a greater number of junior golfers.
While doing so, the tour remains committed to preserving its community-driven spirit, introducing innovative and inclusive initiatives that will allow young players to develop their skills and grow within the sport.
“We’re delighted to be launching the PING Junior Golf Tour in 2025 and further expanding our support of junior golf in the UK,” said Matt Clark, European Marketing Manager at PING Europe.
“We have a great relationship with Jason Budd (Founder/Tour Director) and Mike Greener (Tour Director) and they’ve done a fantastic job in creating an incredibly strong golfing community.”
Achieving goals
Furthermore, the PING Junior Golf Tour is dedicated to supporting junior golfers at every stage of their journey, empowering them to play their best and achieve their goals both on and off the course.
It will maintain its community-oriented atmosphere, fostering a supportive yet competitive environment for players of all skill levels, and further cementing PING’s commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting the game at grassroots level.
PING is incredibly proud of this initiative and looks forward to witnessing its positive impact on young golfers, offering them exciting and accessible pathways to competitive golf.
“Regardless of age or ability, we want everybody to come to our events, have fun, and play your best,” added Clark.
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