The American Junior Golf Association will bring one of the nation’s top youth golf tournaments to Chesterfield County beginning in 2026.

The Play Chesterfield Junior Championship will debut June 22-25 at The Golf Club at The Highlands, marking the start of a three-year partnership between the AJGA and Chesterfield that runs through 2028. 

The 54-hole tournament will feature elite junior golfers ages 12-19 from around the world, with a week of events designed to engage both players and the local community. Organizers say the event will highlight the county’s growing role in youth sports and sports tourism. 

The week will open June 21 with an AJGA Qualifier, offering 78 players a chance to earn entry into the main field. A Junior-Am fundraising tournament follows June 22, pairing community members with top junior golfers while supporting AJGA charitable programs. 

“The course has been prepping for several years to get ready for an event of this magnitude,” said Troy Thorne, head golf professional at The Golf Club at The Highlands. “It will be an exciting week to have our Highlands golfing community come out and support this tournament!” 

Chesterfield officials said hosting the event will showcase both local golf and community spirit. 

“The Golf Club at The Highlands will serve as an outstanding host, and we look forward to highlighting the talent, hospitality and community spirit that make Chesterfield such a special place,” said Kevin Carroll of the county’s Board of Supervisors. 

The AJGA, based in Braselton, Georgia, is a nonprofit dedicated to developing young golfers and helping them earn college scholarships. Its alumni include Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth and Nelly Korda as well as other PGA and LPGA Tour champions. 

For more information visit ajga.org.