Qualifier - Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship presented by Explore Branson
A one-day elite event in Hollister, MO on the AJGA schedule. There are 3 nearby alternatives the same weekend for families weighing fit, cost, and timing.
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About the course
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AJGA Performance Stars
| Boys (12 - 19) | |
|---|---|
| Top 20%boys | 2 ★ |
| Top 50%boys | 1 ★ |
| Medalistboys | 4 ★ |
| Girls (12 - 19) | |
|---|---|
| Top 20%girls | 2 ★ |
| Top 50%girls | 1 ★ |
| Medalistgirls | 4 ★ |
Field profile based on tour classification and Roadmap event model.
5 other upcoming AJGA events listed. This is the only one in MO. 4 of them award AJGA stars. Next on the tour after this: Rolex Tournament of Champions (Nov 21).
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
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Up to 2 weeks after
- Saint Louis Junior Open at Crescent FarmsAug 1–2, 2026 · Crescent, MO · HJGT · $0
- Qualifier - AJGA Maryville JuniorAug 2, 2026 · Maryville, MO · AJGA · $95
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 Qualifier - Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship presented by Explore Branson?
Qualifier - Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship presented by Explore Branson runs Jul 19, 2026 on the AJGA schedule.
Where is the Qualifier - Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship presented by Explore Branson played?
It is played at Buffalo Ridge Golf Course in Hollister, MO.
How much is the entry fee for the Qualifier - Bass Pro Shops / Payne Stewart Junior Championship presented by Explore Branson?
The listed entry fee is $95. Travel, lodging and practice rounds are extra, so budget the whole trip, not just the fee.
How many rounds is it?
1 day of stroke play. Multi-day events reward consistency: one bad round is hard to recover from in a strong field.
What else is on that weekend?
There are 3 other junior events in Missouri the same weekend. See the "before and after" and "other options" sections on this page, or browse all Missouri tournaments.
How do I know if this event is worth entering?
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Other options to weigh
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