Team Arkansas Selection Criteria:
The Team Arkansas Selection Committee will select Team Arkansas. The committee will be composed of representatives from the Arkansas State Golf Association and the Arkansas PGA Chapter. The Committee will name 8 players (4 boys and 4 girls) to the 2027 team. Players will earn their way onto Team Arkansas through outstanding competitive performances in 2026.
Athletes will accumulate points in 2026 that will be selected by the committee. The official selection criteria will be posted in early 2026.
Team Arkansas FAQs
Who is on Team Arkansas?
The Team Arkansas Selection Committee will name 4 boys and 4 girls to Team Arkansas in 2026. Athletes earn their way onto the team through outstanding competitive performance during the 2026 season.
When will team Arkansas Start?
Team Arkansas will be named in late 2026. Team members will participate in Team Arkansas programming and benefits in 2027. Players must earn their way onto the team each year.
Do You Need To Be An Arkansas Resident To Be Part Of Team Arkansas?
Yes. Only players who are Arkansas residents and U.S. citizens are eligible for Team Arkansas.
How Old Do You Need To Be To Be Part Of Team Arkansas?
Players must be 13 years old by January 1, 2027, have not reached their 19th birthday by July 19, 2027, and must not be enrolled in college for the 2026-2027 school year.
Are There Any Other Requirements To Be On Team Arkansas?
Players must have an established Handicap Index® with the Arkansas State Golf Association and enter all eligible scores to be eligible for Arkansas.
If An Athlete Is Part Of Team Arkansas, Are They Automatically A Part Of The U.S. National Development Program?
Yes! Once named to Team Arkansas, athletes are a part of the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) for the following calendar year. The USNDP will provide benefits and recognition to Team Arkansas participants. These benefits may include recognition on the USGA/USNDP website and social media, streamlined USNDP grant applications, exemptions into local AJGA events, and access to the official USNDP statistical platform and athlete development resources. Read more about the USNDP HERE.
If An Athlete Is Part Of Team Arkansas, Are They Automatically A Part Of The National Junior Team?
No. The National Junior Team is determined by the USGA and will be a relatively small number of athletes compared to the number of athletes on State Teams.
What Are The Benefits Of Being On Team Arkansas?
Team Arkansas athletes can expect to receive: Access to best-in-class training, Team Arkansas gear, exposure to elite amateur golf competition and collegiate coaches, and also pride in representing your state as one of the best junior players in Arkansas
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