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What is Team New York?

New York is launching a state junior golf team that will expand the pipeline for elite local golfers into the recently created U.S. National Development Program (USNDP), an initiative launched last year by the United States Golf Association.

New York is one of 16 states/regions that are now part of the state team program. Seven states were included in the initial phase of the program that kicked off in January, with the goal of all states having a team by 2033. The program is continuing to expand through close collaboration between the USGA, its allied golf associations, the PGA of America and its sections, and relevant state junior programs.

Team New York will create critical development, competitive, and talent identification opportunities for golfers ages 13-18 thanks to the cooperation of the Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA), New York State Golf Association (NYSGA), Rochester District Golf Association (RDGA), The Metropolitan PGA, Western New York PGA, Central New York PGA, and the Northeastern New York PGA sections.

More information on team selection, eligibility, and schedules will be announced in early 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will be on Team New York?

The Team New York Committee will name a set number of boys and girls to Team New York in 2025. Athletes earn their way onto the team through outstanding competitive performance during the 2025 season.

Do you need to be a New York resident to be part of Team New York?

Yes. Only players who are New York residents are eligible for Team New York.

How old do you need to be to be part of Team New York?

Players must be 13 years old by January 1, 2026, have not reached their 19th birthday by July 19, 2026, and must not be enrolled in college for the 2025-2026 school year.

Are there any other requirements to be on New York?

Players must have an established Handicap Index® and enter all eligible scores to be eligible for Team New York. Read more about Handicap Index® HERE.

When will Team New York start?

Team New York will be named in late 2025. Team members will participate in Team New York programming and benefits in 2026. Players must earn their way onto the team each year.

If an athlete is part of Team New York, are they automatically a part of the U.S. National Development Program?

Yes! Once named to Team New York, 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 STATE NAME 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 New York, 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.

Do you need to be a New York resident to be part of Team New York?

Yes. Only players who are New York residents are eligible for Team New York.

TEAM NEW YORK

PARTICIPATING ASSOCIATIONS

What is Team New York?

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will be on Team New York?

Do you need to be a New York resident to be part of Team New York?

How old do you need to be to be part of Team New York?

Are there any other requirements to be on New York?

When will Team New York start?

If an athlete is part of Team New York, are they automatically a part of the U.S. National Development Program?

If an athlete is part of Team New York, are they automatically a part of the National Junior Team?

Do you need to be a New York resident to be part of Team New York?