Join us at the prestigious Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship, set against the stunning backdrop of Buffalo Ridge Springs in Hollister, MO, from August 3-7, 2025. This premier youth golf event promises an unforgettable experience where budding golf stars showcase their talent on a world-class course. Immerse yourself in the thrilling competition, where precision meets passion on beautifully manicured greens and challenging fairways. The championship celebrates the legacy of Payne Stewart, inspiring the next generation of golfers to excel in the sport they love. With top-notch facilities and breathtaking views, this championship is not just a game—it's a celebration of youth potential and sportsmanship. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness history in the making and support the future of golf. Whether you're a golf enthusiast or a supporter of young athletes, this event is your ticket to an exciting week of unforgettable moments. 

Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship 

The American Junior Golf Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit association dedicated to the overall growth of young men and women who aspire to earn college golf scholarships.  With over 10,000 members ages 12-19 from 50 states and 60 foreign countries, the AJGA will conduct over 250 championships this year from January to December.  Each year AJGA seniors secure more than $26 million dollars in athletic and academic scholarships from participating in the AJGA. Through initiatives like the Liberty National Achieving Competitive Excellence (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. AJGA is open to explore new opportunities domestically and internationally. At this time, there is a strong priority to bring new events to the Western Region.


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Already acclaimed as the region’s top golf course, Buffalo Ridge has been transformed by the guiding hands of visionary conservationist Johnny Morris and renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio. Morris and Fazio have redesigned the course layout to bring players in close contact with nature, native grasses and free-ranging North American bison from nearby Dogwood Canyon Nature Park. The course has been rated the No. 1 Public Course in Missouri by Golf Magazine and has been named one of the Top 10 Missouri Courses by Golf Digest since 2001. The course holds a Golf Digest rating of 4.5 stars out of 5.

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