Alton Illinois Junior Championship presented by UHY
A 4-day national event in Alton, IL on the AJGA schedule. The field projects stronger than a regional start.
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About the course
Spencer T. Olin Community Golf Course plays as a public layout at approximately 6,963 yards from competition tees. With a slope of 135, the course punishes misses — accuracy matters more than distance here.
AJGA Performance Stars
| Boys (12 - 19) | |
|---|---|
| Top 3boys | Fully exempt |
| Top 10boys | 12 ★ |
| Top 15boys | 8 ★ |
| Top 25boys | 4 ★ |
| Top 50% or Make Cutboys | 2 ★ |
| Girls (12 - 19) | |
|---|---|
| Top 3girls | Fully exempt |
| Top 5girls | 12 ★ |
| Top 10girls | 8 ★ |
| Top 50% or Make Cutgirls | 4 ★ |
National-tier event. Expect stronger competition than a typical regional start.
7 other upcoming AJGA events listed. This is the only one in IL. 6 of them award AJGA stars. Next on the tour after this: The PING Invitational (Oct 9).
Course demands standard course management and accurate iron play.
Junior scoring history at this course
Based on junior events played at this course — not only this tournament. Scores are shown as event stroke totals when score-to-par is not available.
Why this matters
Course history gives families a quick sense of what scores have been competitive here. A low top-25% number usually means the top of the field is strong. A wide spread typically means the event draws a broader mix of players — useful context when deciding if an event is a good fit for your player.
Tournament choices are only one scoreboard. Rankings, comparison, coaching noise, confidence, and the car ride home can shape a season just as much. The Hidden Scoreboards is a short book for parents trying to support their player without becoming the pressure.
Questions about this event
When is the Alton Illinois Junior Championship presented by UHY?
Alton Illinois Junior Championship presented by UHY runs Jun 8–11, 2026 (4 days) on the AJGA schedule.
Where is the Alton Illinois Junior Championship presented by UHY played?
It is played at Spencer T. Olin Community Golf Course in Alton, IL.
How much is the entry fee for the Alton Illinois Junior Championship presented by UHY?
The listed entry fee is $295. Travel, lodging and practice rounds are extra, so budget the whole trip, not just the fee.
When does registration close?
Registration closes on May 5, 2026. Popular fields fill before the deadline, so enter early if the event fits.
How many rounds is it?
4 days of stroke play. Multi-day events reward consistency: one bad round is hard to recover from in a strong field.
What level of player is this event for?
Alton Illinois Junior Championship presented by UHY is a national-tier event: expect a stronger field than a typical regional start, so it suits players already placing well regionally. Search your player above to see the field fit and what this event would do to their class rank.
How do I know if this event is worth entering?
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