Southern Pines, N.C. (August 5, 2026) – The Carolinas Golf Association, in collaboration with the United States National Development Program (USNDP) and the USNDP State Junior Teams from North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, and West Virginia, is proud to announce the inaugural USNDP Southeast State Team Showcase, to be held October 31 – November 1 at the acclaimed Quixote Club in Sumter, South Carolina. 

The event will bring together many of the Southeast's top junior golfers for a regional competition, with players representing their respective USNDP State Junior Teams in both team and individual championships. 

Each participating state will field separate boys' and girls' teams, creating an opportunity for the region's best young players to compete alongside teammates while representing their state against elite competition from across the Southeast. 

The championship will consist of 54 holes over two days, with competitors playing 36 holes on Saturday followed by a final 18-hole round on Sunday. 

The team competition will feature four-player teams, with the lowest three scores counting toward the team score each round. In addition to the team championship, individual honors will be awarded to the Boys' and Girls' Medalists, recognizing the lowest 54-hole scores. 

"The USNDP Southeast State Team Showcase is an exciting opportunity to bring together the outstanding work being done by each state's USNDP program," said Brandon Hood, Assistant Director of Junior Golf & Player Development for the Carolinas Golf Association. "Our goal is to create a championship environment where players can experience the pride of representing their state, compete alongside their teammates, and measure themselves against the best junior golfers in the Southeast." 

Hosted at Quixote Club, one of the Carolinas’ premier championship venues, the Showcase is designed to provide a high-level competitive experience that mirrors team events at the collegiate levels. The championship also strengthens collaboration among the participating state golf associations and their respective USNDP programs while creating another meaningful competitive opportunity within the USNDP pathway. 

The USNDP Southeast State Team Showcase is expected to become an annual event, celebrating the growth of junior golf throughout the region and highlighting the talent being developed by the participating USNDP State Junior Teams. 

About the Carolinas Golf Association 
Founded in 1909, the Carolinas Golf Association (CGA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting, growing, and administering the game of golf across North and South Carolina. With more than 240,000 members and 700 member clubs, the CGA is one of the largest USGA Allied Golf Associations in the country. 

Through championships, tournaments, handicapping services, member programs, and community initiatives, the CGA serves golfers of all ages and skill levels while supporting the clubs and organizations that make the game thrive. The CGA is committed to expanding access and opportunity, engaging more people in the game, strengthening the golf community, and leading initiatives that ensure golf continues to grow and thrive across the Carolinas. 

About the U.S. National Development Program 
The U.S. National Development Program provides a pathway to success in golf by delivering competitive opportunities, support and training that develop American golf talent and reduce financial burdens. With its key strategic partners, host venues, state teams and donors, the program provides education, experiences and mentorship to help athletes achieve success at each level. The Program is committed to fostering a positive and healthy pathway for American golfers to follow their dreams and reach the pinnacle of the sport. To learn more, click here. 

Media Contact 

Jackson Sveen 
Director of Media and Marketing, Carolinas Golf Association 
140 Ridge Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387 
Direct: 910-725-4085  |  Jackson.Sveen@carolinasgolf.org 

Tournament Contact 
Brandon Hood 
Assistant Director of Junior Golf & Player Development, Carolinas Golf Association 
140 Ridge Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387 
Direct: 910-687-6869  |  Brandon.Hood@carolinasgolf.org 

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