Junior Development Tour

The Junior Development Tour is a way for juniors to gain competitive golf experience in a more relaxed and fun environment. It is a way for junior golfers to gain knowledge of the rules, etiquette and competitive nature of tournament golf. First and foremost, we want the juniors to have fun on the golf course. The JDT is not meant to be extremely competitive but rather meant to give players the experience they need to be comfortable playing competitive golf and move to the next level.

• 1600+ JDT Members Annually
• 190+ Tournament Opportunities
• Gain Competitive Experience & Recognition

Junior Development Tour Membership

$160 Annual Membership Fee

Experience: Beginner

Ages: 5-18

2025 Junior Development Tour Rules Quiz

2025 Junior Development Tour Schedule

Click here to apply for 2025 JDT Membership

Click here to view the JDT video series

“We Are Dedicated To Developing Junior Golfers, Giving Them Opportunities To Play, Learn, and Grow.
Eddie Rodarte, PGA – JDT Manager

Questions About The JDT?

Eddie Rodarte, PGA (JDT Manager) – erodarte@pgahq.com

Mike Zapel (JDT Coordinator) – mzapel@pgahq.com

All 5-18 year old juniors with no previous competitive golf experience MUST start in the JDT. Additionally, all players that are not consistently scoring 90 or below on regulation length golf courses should start in the JDT.

JDT events are 9-hole tournaments and are played on par-3 and executive length golf courses. JDT events are offered 6 to 8 times per month during our Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. All events have a double par +1 rule in effect where players must pick up and move to the next hole once they reach the max score. Example; (7) on a par 3, (9) on a par 4, (11) on a par 5.

The JDT 5-7 and 8-11 age divisions are allowed to have caddies. Caddies will not be permitted once a player reaches the JDT 12-14 age division or advances to the Players Tour.

Click here to register to become a JDT caddie for the 2025 season

The guidelines for caddies are:

1. Caddies must register online and pass the JDT caddie quiz
2. Caddies must be at least 15 years of age and must abide by the JDT Caddie Code of Conduct
3. Have a basic understanding of the game of golf
4. Rake all bunkers and replace divots
5. Assist the player with club selection, pace of play, and accurately keep score for each hole played
6. Never touch a golf ball while it is in play
7. In an effort to help pace of play, caddies are not allowed on the putting green during competition
8. Always wear your JDT caddie badge while on the course

Please click here for more information and to access our JDT Caddie Rules and Regulations

Player must be at least 9 years of age to move into The Players Tour.

Players must have 6 rounds in the JDT at 6-over par or better in order to advance to The Players Tour.

Fill out the JDT Application for Players Tour. Once you have printed and filled out the form, please email it to our staff at scpgajuniortour@bluegolf.com. Applications will be considered by the SCPGA Junior Tour staff and only approved if the applicant has met the scoring requirements listed above.

Upon approval, you will receive a confirmation email from the SCPGA Junior Tour. Then, applicants must take the Players’ Tour Rules Quiz which can be found by clicking here.