Purdue Kampen
A 2-day national event in West Lafayette, IN. The field projects stronger than a regional start.
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About the course
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AJGA Performance Stars
| Boys 14-19 | |
|---|---|
| Championboys | 4 ★ |
| Top 10%boys | 1 ★ |
National-tier event. Expect stronger competition than a typical regional start.
Independent event. Check the event website for the rest of its schedule.
Course demands standard course management and accurate iron play.
Before and after this event
A tournament is rarely wrong on its own. It is wrong in the sequence. These are the starts in the same state three weeks before and two weeks after.
Up to 3 weeks before
- Junior Tour ChampionshipJul 30, 2026 · Yorktown, IN · IGF · $100
- Prep - Youche CCJul 29, 2026 · Crown Point, IN · IGF · $20
- JR Tour - Youche CCJul 29, 2026 · Crown Point, IN · IGF · $40
- JR Tour - Timbergate GCJul 29, 2026 · Edinburgh, IN · IGF · $40
- JR Tour - Legacy HillsJul 28, 2026 · Laporte, IN · IGF · $40
Up to 2 weeks after
- University of Notre DameAug 8–10, 2026 · Notre Dame, IN · GWJUNIORTOUR · $235
- Purdue AckermanAug 16, 2026 · West Lafayette, IN · GWJUNIORTOUR · $255
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 Purdue Kampen?
Purdue Kampen runs Aug 1–2, 2026 (2 days) on the GWJUNIORTOUR schedule.
Where is the Purdue Kampen played?
It is played at Kampen-Cosler Course in West Lafayette, IN.
How much is the entry fee for the Purdue Kampen?
The listed entry fee is $255. Travel, lodging and practice rounds are extra, so budget the whole trip, not just the fee.
When does registration close?
Registration closes on July 31, 2026. Popular fields fill before the deadline, so enter early if the event fits.
How many rounds is it?
2 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?
Purdue Kampen 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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