World Qualifiers
Your journey towards an international golf experience starts here! The SA Kids Golf World Qualifiers are the cornerstone qualifying event for the world's most prestigious global tournaments.
Next step, the world!
SA Kids Golf is proud to be an official and accredited host of a global world qualifier event. Our World Qualifiers are held over 2 days and give players the opportunity to qualify for international tournaments such as Pepsi Little People's Golf Championship, The State Farm Youth Classic, Optimist Junior Golf Championship, World Stars of Junior Golf (Las Vegas0, CJGA World Junior Challenge (Canada) & WSJG - The Invitational.
| MONTH | DATE | 9 HOLE (Ages 5 - 10 yrs) | 18 HOLE (Ages 11 -18 yrs) | VENUE | TOURNAMENT | TOURNAMENT TYPE | COMMENT/NOTES TYPE |
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| April | 11-14 | ✔️ | ✔️ | RACV Royal Pines Gold Coast | 2023 Cool Clubs Australian Junior Age Division Golf Championship | Invitational | Players who have qualified for this event have been notified (based on Junior Africa Challenge 2022 results) |
| June | 19-21 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Quincy, Illinois, USA | Pepsi Titan Little Peoples | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited |
| 25 - 27 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Bloomington, Illinois, USA | State Farm Youth Classic Golf Tournament | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited |
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| 27 - 29 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Angel Park Golf Club, Las Vegas, USA | World Stars of Junior Golf Championship | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited |
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| July | 8 - 13 | ✔️ | ✔️ | San Diego, California, USA | IMG Junior World Junior Championships | Invitational | Players who have qualified for this event have been notified (based on Junior Africa Challenge 2022 results) |
| 14 - 19 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Doral Resort and Spa Miami, Florida, USA | Optimist (Boys Ages 10-13 and Girls Ages 10- 12) | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited |
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| 17 - 19 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Palm Desert, California, USA | FCG Callaway World Championship | Invitational | Players who have qualified for this event have been notified (based on Junior Africa Challenge 2022 results) | |
| 19 - 24 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Doral Resort and Spa Miami, Florida, USA | Optimist (Boys Ages 14-15 and Girls Ages 13- 14) | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited |
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| 24 - 29 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Doral Resort and Spa Miami, Florida, USA | Optimist (Boys Ages 16-18 and Girls Ages 15- 18) | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited | |
| 25-27 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Lough Erne Resort, Ireland | Champion of Champions World Championship | Invitational | Players who have qualified for this event have been notified (based on Junior Africa Challenge 2022 results) |
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| December | 27 - 30 | ✔️ | ✔️ | Innisbrook Resort, Florida, USA | Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) World Junior Challenge | Invitational | Based on SA Kids World Qualifier Feb 11 - 12, 2023. Tournament hosts will advise who has been invited |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the World Qualifier?
The SA Kids Golf World Qualifier is traditionally held around the Summer season in South Africa, towards the end of February. The 2024 dates will be announced soon.
Where is the SA Kids Golf World Qualifier Held?
The SA Kids Golf World Qualifier is currently held at Peacanwood Golf Club in the North West province, an hour’s drive from Johannesburg.
Pecanwood Golf and Country Club is a legend of South African golf and one of five Jack Nicklaus designed signature courses in the country. Situated on the banks of the Hartbeespoort Dam this course has been carefully crafted to test your skills to the full.
The fairways are generous and inviting and the Crenshaw bent grass greens are immaculate all year round. Although the course is flat, there are high mounds, carefully crafted water features and strategically placed bunkers that have been set amid the scenic mountain surrounds and vast expanses of water to create a challenging and interesting golf experience.
Pecanwood Golf and Country Club is a five star experience and has all the golf facilities offered by world class resorts including a driving range, pro shop and 3 practice greens. There is AirBnb accommodation available in Peacanwood Estate as well as lodges and rental homes outside the estate in the small town.
How much does it cost to enter the SA Kids Golf World Qualifier?
Entry fees for the 2024 SA Kids Golf World Qualifier are R1500 per player. This includes green fees for the 2 day tournament, halfway house for the player on each competing day (2 days) and prize giving. Accomodation, practice rounds and all other meals and amenities must be paid separately by the player and is not included in tournament fees.
What is the format of the SA Kids Golf World Qualifier?
The SA Kids Golf World Qualifier is a medal-format competition with the total 2 day score counting towards the final leaderboard. It is open to Boys & Girls aged 5 to 18. Players are placed in age and gender specific groupings and play from allocated tees.
How do I enter the SA Kids Golf World Qualifier?
Players can register for the 2024 SA Kids Golf World Qualifier by clicking on the Register Button located on the SA Kids Golf World Qualifier web page. Players must complete the registration form and pay the full registration fee to confirm their spot in the tournament. Accomodation must be organised directly with a facility of your choice.