Next Generation Disc Golf Stars Emerge from Junior Worlds

The journey to becoming a disc golf legend often begins at the PDGA Junior Worlds. This prestigious event has launched the careers of many top pros, including current champions Kona Panis and Valarie Jenkins. In fact, some of the biggest names in the sport, such as Paul McBeth and Nate Sexton, all started out competing at the junior level.

The 2023 edition of the PDGA Junior World Championships is just around the corner, and now is the time for young players to start building their competitive résumé. To earn an invitation, athletes must meet a few key requirements. Firstly, they need to be an amateur-class PDGA member in good standing throughout 2022 and maintain their amateur status through the event in 2023.

In addition to being a certified official, junior competitors must also turn 8-18 years old by their birthday in 2023 and participate in at least three PDGA-sanctioned events. For younger players (≤12, ≤10, ≤08, and ≤06), they will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian during tournament rounds.

The competition is fierce, but the rewards are well worth it. Players who succeed at Junior Worlds often go on to compete at the highest level, as seen with recent champions like Gannon Buhr. To learn more about how to qualify for this elite event, interested players can check out the PDGA's Event Support Team or review the eligibility criteria outlined in the Competition Manual.

Whether you're a seasoned junior competitor or just starting out, now is the time to begin working towards earning your spot at the 2023 PDGA Junior World Championships. With hard work and dedication, who knows what the future may hold?

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/how-qualify-pdga-junior-worlds-invite