SAN DIEGO, CA — August 2026 — Future Champions Golf (FCG) is proud to announce the launch of the FCG U.S. National Team Qualifying System, creating a nationwide pathway for junior golfers to earn a place on Team USA at the inaugural 2027 FCG Global Golf Games.

The FCG Global Golf Games will be held July 26–29, 2027, at Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort in Southern California, bringing together junior golfers from around the world for an international team competition unlike anything previously offered by FCG.

PLAY FOR YOUR COUNTRY. COMPETE WITH THE WORLD.

Beginning in Fall 2026, junior golfers across the United States will have the opportunity to compete their way through a two-stage qualifying process for the FCG U.S. National Team.

Designated qualifying opportunities will take place throughout the country, giving players the chance to begin earning their place on Team USA well ahead of the 2027 FCG Global Golf Games.

The first qualifying opportunities will begin in Fall 2026, with qualifying continuing through April 30, 2027.

The goal is to make earning a Team USA position something truly special.

Rather than simply selecting a team, FCG is building a competitive qualifying system that gives junior golfers from across the country an opportunity to earn their way onto Team USA through tournament performance.

THE ROAD TO TEAM USA BEGINS THIS FALL

The first qualifying opportunities for the 2027 FCG U.S. National Team will begin in Fall 2026, with designated events across the United States.

Players will compete for the opportunity to advance through the Team USA pathway and ultimately earn the honor of wearing the Future Champions Golf U.S. National Team colors at the 2027 FCG Global Golf Games.

The road to Team USA begins this fall.

TWO-STAGE QUALIFYING SYSTEM

Players will compete in the following boys and girls age divisions:

• Boys 16–18
• Girls 16–18
• Boys 14–15
• Girls 14–15
• Boys 12–13
• Girls 12–13

STAGE 1 — QUALIFYING EVENTS

Players can advance to Stage 2 through designated FCG events, FCG Academies and partner junior golf tours.

FCG Events

• The top 3 and ties of each appropriate age division will move on.
• Qualifying to Stage 2 will be at FCG World Series designated events through April 30, 2027. 

FCG Academy Qualifiers & Partner Tours

Prep Tour Qualifying Event October 24-25, 2026, Register >
The Prep Tour’s Fall Finale Saturday 10/24 @ Lick Creek in Pekin and Sunday 10/25 @ Metamora Fields will qualify Champions and Boys Runner Ups to advance in the quest to represent Team USA at the 2027 FCG Global Games.

Mike Schnarr Boys Championship – Overall Leaderboard | WPGA Jr Foundation, The top 2 qualified 

Qualifying for Stage 2 will also take place at designated events hosted by FCG Academies and partner tours through April 30, 2027.

The top 5 players and ties in each appropriate age division will advance to Stage 2.

To advance to Stage 2, qualified players must meet a scoring requirement of 85 or better.

STAGE 2 — NATIONAL QUALIFYING

All players who qualify through Stage 1 will advance to the FCG U.S. National Team National Qualifying, which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, in May 2027.

The course and exact dates will be announced at a later date.

At National Qualifying, players will compete for the opportunity to represent the United States at the 2027 FCG Global Golf Games.

The top 2 players in each age division will earn a position on the FCG U.S. National Team.

FCG will also select three alternate players.

In the event of a tie for a qualifying position, an on-course playoff will determine the final position.

A NATIONAL PATHWAY TO TEAM USA

FCG is working with its growing network of tournaments, regional partners, FCG Academies and junior golf organizations to create meaningful qualifying opportunities throughout the United States.

Designated events will carry the official:

FCG U.S. NATIONAL TEAM QUALIFIER

designation, giving players another meaningful championship pathway within the growing Future Champions Golf tournament platform.

Qualifying will begin in Fall 2026 and continue through April 30, 2027, creating a nationwide pathway for junior golfers to earn their opportunity to represent the United States.

For American junior golfers, there will now be another goal to chase:

Qualify. Earn Your Place. Represent the USA.

THE FCG GLOBAL GOLF GAMES

The FCG Global Golf Games is being created as a celebration of international junior golf.

Players will compete for their country and alongside their teammates, combining elite individual competition with the excitement and pride of international team golf.

The championship experience will include:

• International Team Competition
• Official Country Teams
• Opening Ceremony
• Team USA and International Team Uniforms
• Individual and Team Competition
• International Player Experiences
• Championship Awards
• Opportunities to build friendships with golfers from around the world

The event is designed to become an annual destination where the worldwide FCG community comes together through competition, camaraderie and the game of golf.

THE ROAD TO TEAM USA STARTS HERE

Future Champions Golf has grown into a global junior golf platform with 150+ tournaments in the United States and dozens of international qualifying events, while players from more than 40 countries participate across the FCG tournament system.

The creation of the FCG U.S. National Team is the next step in that evolution.

For American junior golfers, the road to representing their country begins in 2026.

Qualify. Earn Your Place. Represent the USA.

2027 FCG GLOBAL GOLF GAMES

July 26–29, 2027
Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort
Southern California

 THE ROAD TO TEAM USA BEGINS FALL 2026.

ABOUT FUTURE CHAMPIONS GOLF

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Future Champions Golf has developed into one of the world’s leading junior golf tournament platforms. FCG hosts more than 150 tournaments annually in the United States in addition to an expanding international qualifying network.

FCG’s mission is to provide junior golfers with professionally run competition, international championship experiences, college recruiting exposure and pathways that help players take their game to the highest level.

Future Champions Golf — Where the Future of Golf Competes.

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As we wrap up an incredible summer, I first want to say THANK YOU to every player, parent, coach, partner, and supporter who continues to make Future Champions Golf such a special community.

This was one of the biggest and most exciting summers in FCG history, and we are extremely grateful to have all of you along for the journey.

A RECORD-BREAKING FCG CALLAWAY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

This summer we hosted our largest event ever — the FCG Callaway World Championship — with 751 junior golfers representing 42 countries!

Seeing players and families travel from all over the world to compete together is something we never take for granted. The energy throughout championship week was incredible and continues to show just how global the FCG family has become.

CAMPUS IS NOW LIVE!

We also successfully launched Campus, a new recruiting platform built to help junior golfers and their families navigate the college golf recruiting process.

College recruiting can be confusing, and our goal with Campus is simple: give every junior golfer better tools, better information, and more opportunities to connect with college golf programs.

We are extremely excited about where Campus is headed and the impact it can have on players throughout the FCG community.

INTRODUCING THE FCG GLOBAL GOLF GAMES

Another major announcement this summer was the launch of the FCG Global Golf Games, coming in Summer 2027!

This will be a truly unique international team golf experience with junior golfers representing their countries and competing alongside players from around the world.

We have also developed a new TEAM USA qualifying format, giving players across the country the opportunity to earn their way onto Team USA and represent the United States at the inaugural FCG Global Golf Games.

More details and qualifying opportunities will continue to be announced!

FCG + BABYGRANDE GOLF

We are also extremely thankful for our partnership with Babygrande Golf and the addition of professional livestream coverage at our biggest championships.

This summer, families around the world were able to watch live coverage of both the FCG International Junior Golf Championship and the FCG Callaway World Championship.

And we’re not done yet!

We are excited to bring livestream coverage back for the FCG National Championship this December, giving our players another opportunity to compete on a bigger stage and showcase their games to families, coaches, and golf fans everywhere.

THE FALL FCG SCHEDULE IS OPEN!

Registration is now open for our Fall Schedule, and we can’t wait to continue hosting some of the best events and experiences in junior golf.

There is a lot to look forward to this fall, including:

• FCG Central Coast Championship at Sandpiper Golf Club
• Our annual November trip back to Hawaii
• More FCG World Series and National Tour events
• College recruiting opportunities through Campus
• Championship pathways and exemptions
• And much more throughout the remainder of 2026!

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT THE FCG NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

We are especially excited about this year’s FCG National Championship.

Beyond being one of the biggest events on our annual schedule, players will once again be competing for opportunities that extend beyond junior golf.

Professional golf exemptions will be on the line for our champions, continuing our mission of creating real pathways from junior golf to college golf, elite amateur golf, and ultimately professional golf.

The FCG National Championship has become an incredible way to finish the year, and with Babygrande Golf livestreaming the championship, we expect this year’s event to be one of our best yet.

THANK YOU, FCG FAMILIES

FCG continues to grow, but our mission has always remained the same:

Create amazing opportunities for junior golfers. Host great tournaments. Bring families together. Help players reach the next level. And continue building a global community through the game of golf.

There is so much happening right now at FCG, and even more coming in 2027.

Thank you again for an incredible summer and for continuing to support Future Champions Golf.

It’s a Family Out Here!

See you on the course,

Chris Smeal, PGA
Founder & President
Future Champions Golf

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Sept 12-13: FCG Collegiate Series Los Angeles present by Vovex (Ages 13-22)

• Vovex Rangefinders for Champions ($399 value).
• Top 2 junior finishers will qualify for 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship

Sept 26-27: FCG Callaway World Orange County Qualifier (Ages 7-14)

• Caddies allowed for all age groups with players and caddies walking.
• Champions in all divisions qualify for our 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship! Players must qualify in the age group you will be in come our July 21, 2027 event. 

Nov 28-29: National Tour Monterey Open 

• College Prep and 13-14 Divisions 
• Champions in all divisions qualify for our 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship! Players must qualify in the age group you will be in come our July 21, 2027 event. 

Dec 12-13: FCG Nor Cal World Series Championship

• College Prep and 13-14 Divisions 
• Top 2 in all divisions qualify for our 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship! Players must qualify in the age group you will be in come our July 21, 2027 event. 

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December 21-23 & 28-30, 2026 will be the 20th edition of the FCG National Junior Golf Championship! 

We are excited to host the 20th Annual FCG National Championship which has become one of the largest and most productive junior golf tournaments worldwide. Past Champions are winning on the PGA and LPGA Tours and 100’s of participants are now competing in College Golf. We look forward to enhancing this year’s event and we have some big upgrades including a whole new line up of golf courses all located in North County of San Diego and Temecula, CA.

Week 1 of Championship // December 21-23, 2026

• Dec 21-23: 54-Hole World Ranked Competition for Girls 15-18 at Twin Oaks.  Cut to top 25% for final round
• December 21-22: 36-Hole Competition for Boys 9-10, Girls 11-12, and Girls 13-14 at Links at Lakehouse
• Register >

Week 2 of Championship // December 28-30, 2026 

• December 28-30: 54-Hole World Ranked Competition for Boys 15-18 split between two courses on Arrowood GC & Links at Lakehouse. (Cut to top 25% and ties after 36-holes) Final round to be played at Arrowood GC on Dec 30th
• December 28-29: 36-Hole Competition for Boys 13-14 on Twin Oaks GC.
• December 28-29: 36-Hole Competition for Boys 11-12 on Pala Mesa.
• December 28-29: 36-Hole Competition for Girls 9-10, Boys 8 and Under and Girls 8 and Under compete at St Mark Executive.
• Register >

Champion of 2026 FCG National Championship (Girls 15–18) to Earn Exemption into Annika World All Pro Tour Event Read More >

The winner of the Boys 15-18 Division will earn a special exemption to compete in the Swiss PGA Tour 3-Day WAGR Ranked Pro Event in late June.  This is even more special as the winner of the event will qualify to play in the DP World Tour’s Omega European Masters! Swiss PGA Tour

Congratulations to the 2025 Champions and Top Finishers at the largest FCG National Championship in our history! In all 575 junior golfers competed across 12 different age divisions. We had players come from all over the USA and Internationally!

• 2027 Uswing Junior World Championship Exemptions to the Winner of Each Age Division
• Top 3 Finishers to qualify for the 2027 FCG Callaway World Junior Golf Championship
• AJGA Stars, NJGS, Golfweek, and WAGR Rankings

The FCG National Championship is Now Powered by Upgame by Trackman in 2026
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“Campus has been in the works for a very long time and solves a lot of problems for junior golfers and parents worldwide. Additionally the technology will make college recruiting much easier for college coaches. We can’t wait to roll out this exciting platform. We think you’ll love what we’re building for everyone“ – Chris Smeal, Founder and President of Future Champions Golf 

Who can play this event?  This event is open first come first serve to all competitive junior golfers ages 4-18.  When you register you will complete a player resume and include your handicap and you will be paired accordingly.

Divisions for Competition:  Boys 15-18, Girls 15-18, Boys 13-14, Girls 13-14, Boys 11-12, Girls 11-12, Boys 9-10, Girls 9-10, Boys 7-8, Girls 7-8, Boys 6 and Under, Girls 6 and Under
***This event has the Most Exemption Opportunity for the 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship for the Boys and Girls 15-18 Divisions)

REGISTER FOR TOURNAMENT >

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Future Champions Golf is excited to announce updated tournament yardages across the FCG Tour, starting now.

As junior golf continues to evolve, so does the level of competition. With more FCG players competing at the collegiate, national, international, and professional levels, we believe our tournament setup should continue to challenge players and prepare them for what comes next.

That’s why we have added length to most FCG World Series events, bringing tournament yardages more in line with the courses and distances players will encounter in college golf and beyond.

Preparing Players for the Next Level

Our goal has always been bigger than simply running tournaments.

FCG was founded to help junior golfers get better, learn how to compete, and create opportunities to play at the next level. Today, that mission continues through more than 150 tournaments in the United States, international events, major championships, and pathways to college and elite amateur golf.

The updated yardages are another step in that development process.

By challenging players with longer setups, we can help them develop the skills needed to compete on longer championship courses, manage different distances, make better strategic decisions, and ultimately become more prepared for collegiate competition.

Updated FCG Tour Yardages

FCG World Series

Boys: 6,700–7,200 yards
Girls: 5,800–6,200 yards

The FCG World Series represents some of the premier competitive opportunities on the FCG schedule. Updated yardages will provide players with a more challenging championship experience while continuing to emphasize player development.

FCG National Tour

Boys: 6,100–6,800 yards
Girls: 5,600–6,000 yards

The National Tour provides junior golfers with opportunities to compete in strong multi-day events throughout the country. The updated distances are designed to make these events even more valuable as players prepare for the next stage of their competitive careers.

FCG College Series

Men: 6,700–7,200 yards
Women: 5,800–6,200 yards

The College Series will continue to provide competitive opportunities for collegiate players while maintaining a championship-style environment.

FCG Kids Tour

The Kids Tour will continue to focus on development, growth, and fun, with age-appropriate yardages designed specifically for younger golfers.

Not every junior golfer needs to play longer courses. Development happens at different stages, and the Kids Tour will remain focused on giving young players an opportunity to learn, compete, and enjoy the game.

Why Are We Making This Change?

With so many FCG players continuing on to college golf and beyond, we want our events to better mirror the demands of the next level.

Longer yardages can encourage players to develop:

• Greater driving distance and consistency
• More effective course management
• Stronger long-iron and fairway-wood play
• Better strategic decision-making
• The ability to manage longer championship layouts
• A deeper understanding of how to score when the course gets tougher

Most importantly, we want every FCG tournament to mean something in a player’s development.

FCG has always believed that multi-day competitive golf helps players grow. Our updated yardages are another way we can create environments that challenge players while preparing them for the opportunities ahead.

More Opportunities. Higher Standards. Global Pathways.

The yardage updates are part of a larger vision for FCG.

Today, players can progress through local and regional tournaments, national competition, international events, major championships, college recruiting opportunities, and pathways toward elite amateur and professional golf.

That pathway continues to expand, including FCG’s growing international schedule and college recruiting platform, Campus.

We believe junior golf should lead somewhere.

Every tournament should matter.
Every round should be part of a bigger journey.

The updated yardages are one more way we’re raising the standard and giving players the opportunity to prepare for what’s next.

FCG — Raising the Standard. Building Champions.

Yardages will always depend on golf course length and will be determined by FCG in advance of each event.

Learn more about the FCG Tour and upcoming events at Future Champions Golf.

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FCG GLOBAL GOLF GAMES

New International Team Championship Will Bring Junior Golfers From Around the World to Southern California to Represent Their Countries

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — August 2026 — Future Champions Golf (FCG) today announced the launch of the FCG Global Golf Games, a new international team golf championship that will bring junior golfers from around the world together to represent their countries in Southern California.

The inaugural FCG Global Golf Games will be held July 26–29, 2027, at Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort, creating a new international competition centered on national pride, team golf, cultural exchange, and the continued growth of the global junior golf community.

The championship represents an important expansion of FCG’s international platform and will provide junior golfers with a unique opportunity to compete not only as individuals, but as members of teams representing their respective countries.

“The Global Golf Games is something we have envisioned for a long time,” said Chris Smeal, Founder and President of Future Champions Golf. “FCG has spent more than two decades creating opportunities for junior golfers from around the world to compete together. This event takes that mission another step forward by giving players the opportunity to represent their country, compete alongside teammates, and build relationships with golfers from around the world.”

A NEW INTERNATIONAL TEAM GOLF EXPERIENCE

The FCG Global Golf Games will combine championship competition with the atmosphere and pride of international team golf.

Players will compete alongside teammates representing their countries while facing teams from across the world. The event will include championship competition as well as opening festivities and international experiences designed to bring players and families together throughout the week.

The goal is to create an event that extends beyond the traditional junior golf tournament — one where players compete at a high level while also experiencing the camaraderie, responsibility, and pride that comes with representing their country.

Play for your country. Compete with the world.

BUILDING ON FCG’S GLOBAL NETWORK

The launch of the Global Golf Games comes as Future Champions Golf continues to expand its international footprint through relationships with junior golf organizations, tournament operators, academies, coaches, and qualifying partners around the world.

Those relationships have created pathways for international players to compete in FCG championships in the United States and have helped establish an increasingly connected global junior golf community.

The Global Golf Games will bring many of those relationships together through one international team championship.

FCG expects participation from countries across multiple regions of the world, with additional national teams and international partners to be announced leading into the inaugural event.

THE ROAD TO THE 2027 GLOBAL GOLF GAMES

Qualification for the FCG Global Golf Games will take place through designated pathways in the United States and internationally.

FCG plans to establish a qualifying structure for Team USA, giving junior golfers from across the country opportunities to compete for positions on the American team.

International teams will be assembled through FCG’s network of partners and qualifying organizations, creating opportunities for players around the world to earn the honor of representing their countries.

Complete details regarding participating countries, team sizes, age divisions, qualification procedures, competition format, and championship schedule will be announced as qualification begins.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO HOST THE INAUGURAL CHAMPIONSHIP

The first FCG Global Golf Games will be contested at Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort, providing a championship venue and destination setting for players and families traveling from around the world.

Southern California has played an important role in FCG’s history and has welcomed thousands of international junior golfers through FCG championships over the past two decades.

The Global Golf Games will build upon that tradition by bringing national teams together for four days of competition and international camaraderie.

MORE THAN A CHAMPIONSHIP

While competition will remain at the center of the event, the larger vision for the FCG Global Golf Games is to use golf to connect young players from different countries and cultures.

Players will have the opportunity to represent their nations, compete as teammates, meet golfers from around the world, and develop friendships that extend beyond the championship.

“Golf has an incredible ability to bring people together,” Smeal added. “We want the Global Golf Games to become an event junior golfers around the world aspire to qualify for — and an experience they remember for the rest of their lives.”

The inaugural FCG Global Golf Games will be held July 26–29, 2027, at Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort in Southern California.

Additional announcements regarding participating countries, Team USA qualification, international qualifying pathways, and championship details will be released in the coming months.

FCG GLOBAL GOLF GAMES

July 26–29, 2027
Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort
Southern California, USA

PLAY FOR YOUR COUNTRY. COMPETE WITH THE WORLD.

July 26–29, 2027
Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort

FCG World Series Qualifiers:

• August 22-23, 2026 // FCG Pac Northwest Invitational at OSU // Corvallis, OR
• October 17-18, 2026 // FCG Pac Northwest // Auburn, WA
• October 3-4, 2026 // FCG SO Cal Championship // San Marcos, CA
• October 24-25, 2026 // FCG Central Coast Championship // Goleta, CA
• November 21-22, 2026 // FCG Hawaii Championship // Kapolei, HI
• November 23-25, 2026 // FCG Fall College Showcase // San Marcos, CA
• December 21-23 & 28-30, 2026 // FCG National Championship // San Diego, CA
• December 21-23, 2026 // FCG Boys Winter Championship // Temecula, CA

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SAN DIEGO, Calif. — August 2026 — Future Champions Golf (FCG), one of the world’s leading junior golf tournament organizations, is excited to announce a new exclusive partnership in Colombia, appointing Victor Hugo Alvarado as the Official FCG Callaway World Championship Tournament Director for Colombia.

The partnership represents another major step in FCG’s continued international expansion and will create a direct pathway for Colombia’s top junior golfers to compete on the global stage at the prestigious FCG Callaway World Championship in Southern California.

In addition, Alvarado will work closely with FCG to promote Campus throughout Colombia, helping Colombian junior golfers and their families better understand the U.S. college golf recruiting process and connect with college golf opportunities in the United States.

“We are extremely excited to officially welcome Victor Hugo Alvarado and Colombia into the FCG global family,” said Chris Smeal, Founder and President of Future Champions Golf. “There is tremendous junior golf talent throughout Colombia and Latin America. This partnership is about much more than tournament qualifying. We want to create a complete pathway where players can compete internationally through FCG and use Campus to pursue opportunities to play college golf in the United States.”

A Direct Road from Colombia to the FCG Callaway World Championship

Under the new partnership, Alvarado will organize and operate official FCG Callaway World Championship qualifying events in Colombia, with champions earning exemptions into the World Championship subject to FCG qualifying and scoring requirements.

Qualifying opportunities will be offered across boys’ and girls’ divisions:

7–8 | 9–10 | 11–12 | 13–14 | 15–18

The partnership gives Colombian junior golfers something bigger to compete toward — an opportunity to represent their country against elite junior golfers from around the world.

FCG + Campus: Competition Meets College Recruiting

A major component of the partnership will be the alignment between FCG tournament opportunities and Campus college golf recruiting technology.

Alvarado will actively promote Campus throughout Colombia, providing another important resource for Colombian junior golfers who aspire to continue their education and golf careers at colleges and universities in the United States.

Campus gives junior golfers the ability to build their recruiting presence, showcase their golf and academic information, utilize video and recruiting technology, research college programs and better connect with the U.S. college golf landscape.

The goal is to establish a clear pathway:

Compete in Colombia → Qualify for FCG Championships → Gain International Exposure → Build a Campus Recruiting Profile → Pursue U.S. College Golf Opportunities

“There are talented players all over the world who dream of playing college golf in America but don’t always know how to get there,” Smeal added. “By aligning our international FCG partnerships with Campus, we can give players both the competitive platform and the recruiting technology to help turn that dream into an opportunity.”

Building FCG throughout Colombia

FCG and Alvarado will work together to grow awareness of the FCG Callaway World Championship, FCG’s international tournament pathway and Campus throughout the Colombian junior golf community.

The collaboration is designed to connect Colombian players and families with a much larger global ecosystem of tournament competition, player development and college recruiting.

Colombia Joins FCG’s Growing Global Network

FCG continues to expand its international network through relationships with junior golf organizations and tournament operators around the world.

The 2026 FCG Callaway World Championship featured a record 777 players representing 42 countries, competing across 12 championship golf courses in Southern California.

Adding an exclusive partnership in Colombia strengthens FCG’s growing presence throughout Latin America and advances its vision of becoming the Global Home of Competitive Junior Golf.

“Our vision is to build something truly global,” said Smeal. “A junior golfer in Colombia should be able to see a pathway from competing in their home country, to playing an FCG World Championship in the United States, to being recruited to play college golf. That’s what we’re building.”

Looking Ahead to 2027

Official FCG qualifying events in Colombia will be completed ahead of the 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship, with tournament dates and qualifying opportunities to be announced through FCG and its Colombia partner.

With Victor Hugo Alvarado leading FCG’s efforts in Colombia and promoting Campus throughout the country, FCG looks forward to welcoming a growing contingent of Colombian junior golfers into the FCG global community in 2027 and beyond.

Welcome to the FCG Family, Colombia.

About Future Champions Golf

Founded in San Diego, California, Future Champions Golf has grown into one of the world’s largest junior golf tournament organizations, hosting an extensive schedule of events in the United States while developing qualifying partnerships around the globe. FCG provides competitive pathways for junior golfers of all ages, from local competition through international championships, college golf and beyond.

Future Champions Golf
It’s a Family Out Here.
Global Home of Competitive Junior Golf

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• 1. Kolkata pre qualifier- Tollygunge Golf club – 19th and 20th Aug 2026- Completed
• 2. Chandigarh Pre qualifier- Forest Hill Golf Club- 12th and 13th Sept
• 3. Bangalore – pre qualifier-Zion Hill golf and country Club- 8th and 9th Dec 2026
• 4. Delhi – Prequalifier- TBC
• 5. Delhi finale- TBC

FCG AND GREENS TO GLORY JUNIOR GOLF TOUR, INDIA ANNOUNCE MAJOR EXPANSION OF PARTNERSHIP IN INDIA

Expanded partnership will create a nationwide FCG qualifying series, a WAGR-ranked National Finale, a pathway to the FCG Global Games, and increased access to U.S. college golf recruiting through Campus

SAN DIEGO, CA / INDIA — August 2026 — Future Champions Golf (FCG) is excited to announce a major expansion of its partnership with Greens to Glory Junior Golf Tour, India, creating an enhanced nationwide pathway for junior golfers throughout India to compete on the international stage.

Building on the success of the existing relationship between the two organizations, Greens to Glory plans to establish an expanded FCG India Qualifying Series featuring events across several of India’s key junior golf hubs.

The first phase of the expanded series is planned to includefour pre-qualifiers (2-day events) in NCR, Chandigarh/ Mohali, Kolkata and Bengaluru. This will culminate with the Finale which will be a WAGR tournament to be conducted in National Capital Region (NCR).

A National Pathway to FCG Championships
The expanded qualifying structure is designed to give junior golfers throughout India a clear and competitive pathway into Future Champions Golf’s premier international championships in the United States.

Players will have opportunities to earn qualification into the FCG International Junior Golf Championship and the FCG Callaway World Championship, two of FCG’s largest annual international events.

Top performers from the regional qualifying events will also advance to the National Finale in Delhi NCR, bringing together many of India’s strongest junior golfers.

The expanded partnership is designed to make the Greens to Glory qualifying series the primary pathway in India for players seeking to earn their place in FCG’s major championships, while continuing to recognize players who have already earned exemptions through existing FCG exemption policies.

Road to the 2027 FCG Global Games
The partnership will also play an important role in selecting players to represent Team India at the inaugural FCG Global Games Team Competition in July 2027.

Players competing through the Greens to Glory series and National Finale will have an opportunity to earn consideration for Team India, with additional Team India qualifying opportunities potentially being developed.
The FCG Global Games will bring junior golfers from countries around the world together in a unique international team competition.

“We are extremely excited about what Greens to Glory is building in India,” said Chris Smeal, Founder and President of Future Champions Golf. “India has tremendous potential in junior golf, and instead of having just one qualifying opportunity, we want players throughout the country to have access to FCG. Delhi, Chandigarh/ Mohali, Kolkata and Bengaluru give us the foundation for a true national series.”

“Our goal is much bigger than simply qualifying players for one tournament. We want to create a long-term pathway connecting India’s junior golfers with FCG championships, the Global Games and opportunities to play college golf in the United States.”

Campus to Expand U.S. College Golf Recruiting Access in India
Another major component of the expanded partnership will be Campus, the college golf recruiting platform designed to connect aspiring student-athletes with college golf programs in the United States.
Greens to Glory will begin introducing Campus to junior golfers and families throughout India and educating parents about the U.S. college golf recruiting process.

Through the partnership, players will be able to learn how to build their recruiting profile, showcase their golf accomplishments and video, research college opportunities, and better understand the pathway toward playing collegiate golf in the United States.

FCG and Campus will work closely with Greens to Glory to provide educational materials, demonstrations and resources that can be shared directly with Indian families.

“College golf in the United States can be an incredible opportunity for players from India, but families need better information and better tools to understand the process,” Smeal added. “Greens to Glory gives us a trusted partner on the ground who can educate families, while Campus gives those players the technology to take the next step.”

Building the Future of Junior Golf in India
The expanded relationship represents a long-term commitment from Future Champions Golf and Greens to Glory to develop opportunities for Indian junior golfers.

Together, the organizations intend to:
• Build multiple FCG qualifying opportunities across India
• Create a prestigious National Finale in Delhi NCR
• Provide pathways into the FCG International and FCG Callaway World Championship
• Develop the qualification pathway for Team India at the 2027 FCG Global Games
• Increase awareness of U.S. college golf opportunities
• Promote Campus throughout India as a college golf recruiting resource
• Continue growing FCG’s presence and brand throughout the country

Further details regarding tournament dates, venues, qualification criteria and the Team India selection process will be announced soon.

ABOUT FUTURE CHAMPIONS GOLF
Future Champions Golf (FCG), founded by PGA Professional Chris Smeal and headquartered in San Diego, California, is one of the world’s leading junior golf tournament organizations. FCG operates more than 200 tournaments and qualifying events annually and welcomes junior golfers from more than 40 countries.
FCG provides competitive pathways from junior golf to collegiate and professional golf through its Kids Tour, National Tour, World Series events, international championships and global qualifying partnerships.
Known as the “Global Home of Competitive Junior Golf,” FCG’s mission is to provide exceptional tournament experiences, international opportunities and pathways that help junior golfers pursue their goals on and off the golf course.

It’s a Family Out Here.

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The series is not just a celebration of cars and culture; it’s a nationwide movement of philanthropy and unity. Through the rally, ten charities will be spotlighted across the country — each representing hope, resilience, and community. Among them, the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation (FOJ) stands proudly as one of the organizations blessed to share its mission on a national platform. For FOJ, this partnership is more than exposure; it’s a chance to amplify the voices of children and families battling pediatric brain tumors and other childhood cancers.

Eric Richey: The Visionary Restorer

Eric Richey’s career spans more than three decades of rebuilding companies and restoring distressed businesses. As the owner of Crusader Autoworks, one of Tennessee’s largest classic and custom car restoration shops, he has always believed in the beauty of renewal — whether it’s a car, a company, or a community. His passion for American craftsmanship and the open road inspired the DNA of The Great American Road Rally. For Eric, this project is about “restoring something bigger — love of country, unity, integrity, family values, shared experiences.” His leadership ensures that every mile of the rally carries a message of hope and connection.

Gary Bridges: The Creative Heart

Gary Bridges brings the creative spark that fuels 7 Bridges Entertainment. His storytelling instincts and commitment to purpose‑driven media have shaped the heart of The Great American Road Rally. Gary’s energy and compassion shine through every frame, reminding viewers that entertainment can be a vehicle for good. His partnership with Eric is built on shared values — faith, family, and philanthropy — and together, they’ve created a platform that celebrates giving back.

A Rally With Heart

Hosted by Ian Ziering, the series features celebrity participants from television, music, sports, and comedy — all traveling Route 66 to honor America’s heritage while uplifting charitable causes. The rally celebrates the 100‑year anniversary of Route 66, the 250th birthday of the United States, and the 25‑year remembrance of 9/11. It’s a journey of unity, compassion, and celebration — one that transforms competition into contribution.

True NEDvocates

Eric Richey and Gary Bridges embody what it means to be true NEDvocates — individuals whose hearts are in the right place and whose actions inspire others to serve. Their partnership with FOJ and the other charities is a living example of how creativity and compassion can drive change. Through The Great American Road Rally, they’re not just producing a show; they’re producing hope.

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The partnership marks another significant milestone in FCG’s continued global expansion and provides young golfers throughout Turkey and the surrounding Balkan region with a direct pathway to compete at one of the world’s premier junior golf championships.

The Turkish Junior Golf Tour, founded by Orcun Kocaman, has quickly established itself as a rising force in junior golf development. Kocaman is an R&A Level 2 Certified Referee, Junior Golf Team Captain at Kemer Golf Club, and is committed to creating meaningful competitive opportunities for junior golfers throughout the region.

TJGT’s inaugural event in Istanbul attracted 79 junior golfers across multiple age divisions and successfully qualified six players to compete in the prestigious Amundi Evian Kids Cup, demonstrating both the quality of the competition and the growing interest in junior golf within Turkey.

Under the new partnership, TJGT will become the Official FCG Callaway World Championship Qualifier for Turkey, beginning with an Under-12 qualifying division while laying the foundation for future expansion into additional age categories.

The partnership is expected to reach well beyond Turkey’s borders. Positioned at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Turkey offers an outstanding opportunity to welcome players from neighboring Balkan countries, many of which currently have limited access to international junior championship pathways.

“Turkey represents an exciting new chapter for Future Champions Golf,” said Chris Smeal, Founder and President of Future Champions Golf. “Orcun has demonstrated a true passion for junior golf development and shares our vision of creating opportunities for young players to compete on a global stage. We believe Turkey has tremendous potential to become one of the premier junior golf hubs in the region, and we’re excited to welcome the Turkish Junior Golf Tour into the FCG family.”

Orcun Kocaman added:

“Our mission has always been to give Turkish juniors opportunities they simply haven’t had before. Partnering with Future Champions Golf allows us to connect our players with one of the most respected international junior championships in the world. We are proud to become the official pathway to the FCG Callaway World Championship and look forward to welcoming players not only from Turkey, but from across the Balkans and neighboring countries.”

The addition of Turkey continues FCG’s rapid international growth, with official qualifying events now spanning North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. Each new partnership strengthens FCG’s commitment to providing elite competitive opportunities while connecting junior golfers from around the world.

The inaugural Turkish qualifier will be added to the official qualification schedule for the 2027 FCG Callaway World Championship, where champions will earn exemptions into one of the world’s largest and most prestigious junior golf events, annually welcoming hundreds of players representing more than 40 countries.

About Future Champions Golf

Future Champions Golf (FCG), headquartered in San Diego, California, is one of the world’s largest and most respected junior golf organizations, hosting more than 200 tournaments annually across the United States and around the world. FCG’s flagship championships attract players from more than 40 countries and provide internationally recognized pathways to collegiate golf, elite amateur competition, and professional opportunities.

About the Turkish Junior Golf Tour

The Turkish Junior Golf Tour (TJGT) was founded by Orcun Kocaman to create meaningful competitive opportunities for junior golfers throughout Turkey. Based at Kemer Golf Club in Istanbul, TJGT is dedicated to growing the game through professionally conducted tournaments, player development, and international competitive pathways for the next generation of Turkish golfers.

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