Optimist Scholarship and Exemption Opportunity

Awarded to five academic and two community service accomplishments. Applications are being accepted.

Hugh Cranford All-Scholastic Scholarship

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Hugh Cranford All-Scholastic Team. Awards will recognize the academic and community service accomplishments.

Those selected receive an exemption into the 2024 Optimist Championship, tournament entry (includes golf, hotel accommodations and meals and a $1,000 scholarship)

Deadline date April 1, 2024

Click here for details on applying.



For more information about the Optimist Junior Golf program, click here .

Optimist International Junior Golf Championship

One of the largest and well-renowned junior golf tournaments. In order to play in the Championship, golfers must meet one of the qualifying methods. The Championship attracts over 30 College coaches each year and is ranked by JuniorGolf Scoreboard, Golfweek, Amateur World and receives AJGA Performance Based Stars.

Trump National Doral Miami (Florida)

July 16-21, 2024 -- Boys 10-11, 12-13 and Girls 10-12

July 21-26, 2024 -Boys 14-15 and Girls 13-14

July 26-31 2024 -- Boys 16-18 and Girls 15-18

Optimist Championship is unique -- participants and guests enjoy group meals, special events, recreational activities, entertainment, and fun all at one location.

How to qualify for the Optimist Championship

2024 Optimist Qualifiers

If you have additional questions or need more information,

visit Optimist Junior Golf or

Email: golf@optimist.org, direct (314) 881-1307.