Junior & Amateur Golf NewsBeginning with the 2025–26 academic year, a significant shift in NCAA rules has started to reshape the recruiting landscape—and junior golfers aiming for college programs will need to adjust how they approach the process.

A New Chapter for Junior Golf in the Alps
August 5 - 7, 2026 | Golf & Country Club de Bonmon in Chéserex , Switzerland will host an AJGA Performance-Based Entry event, expanding competitive opportunities for junior golfers across the Alps region.
Elite Juniors
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| Guolin Zeng (2027) |
| Haoyi Wang (2028) Hong Kong, China |
| Jun Tian (2028) Hong Kong, China |
| Jinheng Yan (2028) Beijing, China |
| Lander Lee (2026) Hong Kong, China |
| Zi Cheng Chi (2026) Hong Kong, China |
| Aiden Tai John Roberts (2027) |
| Zonghan Liu (2027) |
| Ngo Hin Deng (2026) Hong Kong, China |
| Ricardo Fu (2027) Hong Kong, China |
| Last Updated: March 10, 2026 |

Our Mission
EXP Golf exists to give junior and amateur golfers the competitive stage they deserve. We create WAGR-sanctioned playing opportunities, amplify exposure to college programs, and build clear pathways from junior competition to elite amateur golf — in the US and internationally.
We believe every serious junior golfer should have a clear, accessible path to a World Amateur Golf Ranking — and that the ranking should open doors, not just keep score.
WAGR Events
World Ranking Points
Compete in WAGR-sanctioned events throughout the season. A WAGR ranking signals readiness to college coaches and unlocks eligibility for premier amateur competitions.
College Exposure
Open Doors Nationwide
With college coaches on-site and visibility built into every event, EXP creates real recruiting opportunities — not just rounds of golf.
Premier Exemptions
Earn Your Spot
Top-performing juniors earn exemptions to premier amateur golf events based on season results — a direct bridge to elite amateur golf.
Global Competition
Built for the Best Fields
The strongest competition comes from the most inclusive and diverse fields. EXP attracts talent from across the US and around the world.
Get Inspired

Featured Player
Performance in Spotlight
Named to Connecticut State Golf Association New England Junior Amateur Invitational Team

Featured Player
Performance in Spotlight
Jun 17-19: New Jersey State Golf Association 70th Junior Girls Championship - 3rd Place Finish
Junior & Amateur Golf NewsBeginning with the 2025–26 academic year, a significant shift in NCAA rules has started to reshape the recruiting landscape—and junior golfers aiming for college programs will need to adjust how they approach the process.
Junior & Amateur Golf NewsWAGR does not need to be perfect. But it MUST remain credible. Because in today’s amateur game, that number beside a player’s name is no longer just a statistic. It is a passport.
Junior & Amateur Golf NewsAs international junior golf continues to evolve, the conversation is no longer about choosing one system over another. Instead, it is about how these systems can coexist—and how young players can best use them to reach the next level of the game.

WAGR
The World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) comprises a women's ranking and a men's ranking for elite amateur players, administered by The R&A and the USGA. WAGR is the best indicator of player skill and college readiness, making it an essential benchmark for junior golfers pursuing competitive excellence.
EXP Golf provides WAGR-sanctioned playing opportunities throughout the season, giving athletes the competitive platform they need to earn world ranking points and gain exposure to college coaches nationwide.
Administered By
The R&A & USGA
The governing bodies of golf worldwide jointly manage the ranking system.
College Readiness
The Gold Standard
College coaches across the country use WAGR to evaluate recruiting prospects and award scholarships.
EXP Golf Events
WAGR Points Available
Compete in EXP Golf events to earn WAGR points and climb the world amateur rankings.
Where They Play
EXP Golf alumni are competing at top collegiate programs across the country.
University of South Carolina
Loyola Marymount University
Harvard University
University of Wisconsin
George Washington University
Wellesley College
Emory University
Rutgers University
University of Pennsylvania
Michigan State University
University of California, Irvine
Babson College
Fordham University
Boston College
Arizona State University
Baylor University
Bowdoin College