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OPELIKA —
The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) will return to Opelika for the 2023 Moon Golf Junior All-Star next week, July 3 through 6. Held at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Grand National, the AJGA Junior All-Star event will be played on the Lake Course.
The 78-player field hosts top juniors from around the world. The Ninja Junior All-Star series is a collection of events specifically designed for boys and girls ages 12 to 15. The competition provides an opportunity for younger members to develop their skills and build Performance Based Entry status to earn entry into Open tournaments.
“We are delighted to host the AJGA Moon Golf Junior All-Star in Opelika,” said Robyn Bridges, president and CEO of Auburn-Opelika Tourism. “We are confident that the players, families and fans are going to enjoy the best course on the RTJ Trail, as well as the welcoming atmosphere and authentic spirit of hospitality of our community.”
Auburn-Opelika Tourism improves the quality of life in the community through tourism and travel. This sponsorship with Auburn-Opelika Tourism contributes to the support of the AJGA’s mission and its dedication to the overall growth and development of young men and women through providing competitive junior golf opportunities.
“The AJGA is thrilled to be returning to the Auburn-Opelika area for the 2023 season,” said Southeast Regional Manager Matt Emmi. “We are looking forward to this event and for the opportunities it will allow us to bring into the community.”
The 54-hole stroke play event is set to run July 3 through 6, 2023, with the addition of a qualifier to be held on July 3.
ABOUT AUBURN-OPELIKA TOURISM
Auburn-Opelika Tourism is a nonprofit service organization that positively impacts the local economy and improves the quality of life in the community through tourism and travel. AO Tourism is a one-stop shop for information on lodging, restaurants, attractions, retailers and more. For more information about all things Auburn-Opelika, visit www.aotourism.com.
ABOUT THE AMERICAN JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION
The American Junior Golf Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the overall growth and development of young men and women who aspire to earn college golf scholarships through competitive junior golf. The AJGA provides valuable exposure for college golf scholarships and has an annual junior membership of more than 8,000 members (boys and girls, ages 12 to 19) from 50 states and 51 foreign countries. Through initiatives like the Liberty National ACE Grant, a financial assistance program, and Leadership Links, a service-oriented platform that teaches juniors charitable-giving skills, the AJGA fosters the growth of golf’s next generation.
TaylorMade and Adidas are the AJGA’s National Sponsors, supporting the AJGA for more than 25 years. TaylorMade has served as the Official Ball of the AJGA since 2016. Adidas has been the Official Apparel and Footwear of the AJGA since 2017. Rolex, in its fourth decade of AJGA sponsorship, became the inaugural AJGA Premier Partner in 2004.
AJGA alumni have risen to the top of amateur, collegiate and professional golf. Former AJGA juniors have compiled more than 1,000 victories on the PGA and LPGA Tours. AJGA alumni include Patrick Cantlay, Billy Horschel, Collin Morikawa, Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Tiger Woods, Paula Creamer, Jessica Korda, Nelly Korda, Cristie Kerr, Stacy Lewis, Inbee Park, Lexi Thompson and Rose Zhang.