PERFORMANCE BASED ENTRY

Introduction
In 2003, the AJGA abandoned its tournament selection process that was based on the strength of a tournament application and resume in favor of a Performance Based Entry process. This enables 12-18-year-old members to earn their way into AJGA Open tournaments based on performances at the national, regional and state levels.

The entry process clearly defines and answers the question, "How do I gain entry into an AJGA event?" The player's performance, not the AJGA, dictates acceptance into an event. The expanded opportunities to gain entry into AJGA events through success at the state and regional level ensure all deserving juniors receive an opportunity to play in an AJGA event.

The AJGA is committed to providing the best exposure for young men and women who aspire to earn college golf scholarships. The Performance Based Entry process will continue to ensure the strongest fields possible for AJGA events while also providing opportunities for anyone who has earned the right to compete at this level.

Overview

Through more than 20 years of research on junior golf tournaments, the AJGA has compiled a list of hundreds of tournaments included in Performance Based Entry. This includes national events, other junior tours, regional events as well as events on the state level.

The AJGA records information on all players (AJGA members and non-members) who play in a recognized event and meet the required finish in that event. AJGA members can view their status anytime in the AJGA Player Center on the AJGA Web site, ajga.org. Potential members and new members should contact the Player Services Department at (877) 373-2542 with questions regarding PBE status earned before becoming an AJGA member.

By competing in Performance Based Entry-recognized tournaments, players may increase their "status" with the AJGA. Players with a top finish at a top national event will earn Fully Exempt Status and qualify to play in the maximum of five AJGA Open tournaments per season. Performance Based Entry is used to determine the fields for all of the AJGA's Open tournaments in 2008.

Table of Contents for Performance Based Entry

Introduction and Overview
Step 1: Getting Started with Performance Based Entry
Step 2: Building a Status
Step 3: Gaining Entry into AJGA Open Tournaments
Step 4: Determining Tournament Fields
Step 5: Breaking Ties
Step 6: How Entry Into a Tournament Effects Your Status
Important Notes and Tips
2008 Complete Tournament List and Contact Information (.pdf file)

Printable Boys Exemption Table (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
Printable Girls Exemption Table (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)