Hillcrest is excited to offer PGA Jr. League, coached by PGA Golf Professionals Sonya Freese, Mike Brown, Charlie Borner, and Kelley Welton. Our teams will compete in three 9-hole tournaments in a two-person scramble format at Firethorn, Wilderness Ridge, and Hillcrest. PGA Jr. League is all about playing as a team, making new friends, and competing together in a fun and supportive environment. This program is open to boys and girls ages 7-13 as of July 31, 2026. Prior playing experience is preferred. Two of our players qualified for Regionals in 2024, showcasing the strength of our program! 

The season includes:

* (4) practice sessions at Hillcrest 
* (3) competitive tournaments

If you have any questions before registering, please contact the Golf Shop at 402-489-8181.

Hillcrest PGA Junior League

**PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE is designed to introduce golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to support their social, emotional, and physical well being.**Join PGA HOPE alongside your fellow Veterans and Servicemembers. PGA HOPE has served thousands of Veterans and Servicemembers across the United States through one of our 600+ locations.This introductory program is designed to welcome those of all ages, branches and eras of service, genders, and abilities to the golf course and share in camaraderie and fun together as a group. During this session you will learn the basics from grip to 9 holes of golf from PGA and LPGA Professionals.- No golf equipment is required. If you do have clubs and/or any specialty equipment, please bring them with you.- No prior golf experience necessary- No VA disability rating required- Veterans do not have to have combat or deployments in order to participate- All expenses associated with PGA HOPE are coveredAny questions? Please reach out and let us know. We look forward to welcoming you to your first session!

PGA HOPE Grand Island

Calling all junior golfers age 7-13 that are wanting to be a part of this year’s PGA Junior League Team! The team will consist of  20-30 kids wanting to learn the game, compete, and have fun! The match format is a two person, nine-hole scramble. Practices, Tournaments, & Matches will be Tuesdays mornings starting June 9th and running through July 28th.  The only week we will have a  tournament on a Wednesday is June 17th at Indianhead Golf Club.  All skill levels are more than welcome to come play.  No Clubs, No Problem, we'd love to have you!  NEW IN 2026, if you join PGA Jr League you get into Golf Camp June 1st-4th absolutely free.


2026 Wild Horse PGA Jr League Program


YMCA PGA Jr. League (formally Team Golf) is offered as a team format golf program that will play four 9-hole team competitions and four practices with a PGA Professional coach. YMCA PGA Jr. League serves as a fun, social and less stressful approach to learning to play on the course in a league structure. The program is part of the national PGA Jr. League. Each team has a Head Coach for practices and events. Rules are modified to make golf fun and easy. YMCA PGA Jr. League participants will receive an informational letter detailing meeting time and location approximately ten days before the start date.

2026 YMCA PGA Jr. League - Jim Ager 13u

2026 YMCA PGA Jr. League - Holmes 13u

Weekly Practice, 14 - 17, (TBA) competition days with local PGA Jr. League Teams

6 practice days. June 8th, 15th, 22nd. July 6th, 13th, 20th. on Monday's 8:30-10:30

17u Divot Dogs

Weekly Practice, 13 & Under, 4 competition days with local PGA Jr. League Teams.

7 practice days. June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th. July 7th, 14th, 21st. On Tuesday's, 10:00am-12:00pm.

13U Divot Dogs

This program gives golfers ages 13–17, an exciting opportunity to compete, improve, and connect through the game of golf. Open to both boys and girls, this league will blend structured coaching with friendly competition, providing a way for players to elevate their skills in a positive and motivating environment.

The league will feature a combination of practice days, team‑based matches, and individual stroke play competition, allowing players to grow both as teammates and as individual competitors. Teams will be formed based on age, skill level, and gender, creating fair matchups and a supportive environment for all participants. 

Program Highlights
- Coaching and mentorship from TCC golf professionals
- Teams formed by age, skill level, and gender for balanced competition
- Team‑based matches that build camaraderie 
- Individual competition to encourage personal growth
- Practice days featuring team and individual competition
- Emphasis on sportsmanship, confidence, and steady progression

Program dates will be every Wednesday and Friday from 9:15-11:15 am in June & July. Exact dates are June 10,12,17,19,24,26 and July 8,10,15,17,22,24. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Nathaniel at noliver@topekacc.org

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