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BRASELTON, Ga. — The American Junior Golf Association along with the Junior Golf Association of Arizona will host an informative seminar on junior golf at the Golf Academy of America's Phoenix Campus May 26, 2009 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of the seminar will be to help parents and players navigate the world of competitive local and national junior golf. Representatives from the AJGA and the Junior Golf Association of Arizona will present information about opportunities for young junior golfers.

Emily Gimpel’s first encounter with pediatric cancer came when her cousin was diagnosed with leukemia. After another young member of her country club was also diagnosed with cancer, Emily, 16, took action. With the assistance of a few close friends, she created the Junior Golf Clubs Cancer (JGCC), raising more than $30,000. Through her leadership and volunteer efforts, Emily is the recipient of this year’s Presidents’ Youth Leadership Award.

When learning of his mother’s diagnosis of colon cancer in the winter of 2007, Zach Herr didn’t know what to expect. Wanting to understand what his mother was experiencing, Zach, 14, began attending her radiation and chemotherapy sessions at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia.

BRASELTON, Ga. — Zach Herr of New Hope, Pa., and Emily Gimpel of Lafayette Hill, Pa., were named the 2009 Presidents’ Youth Leadership Award recipients, the United States Golf Association and American Junior Golf Association announced Thursday.

Combined, they have raised more than $100,000 for charity. They have dedicated countless hours to community service, and several of them have done so through the game of golf. One may wonder who these individuals are. Are they professional golfers with sponsorships? Businessmen?

AJGA Invitational finds new home in Palm Beach Garden, Fla.

BRASELTON, Ga. — The American Junior Golf Association has announced its 2008 Tournament Award recipients. Ten separate tournament committees and individuals have been honored for exemplary performances during the 2008 AJGA Tournament Season.

Here are some highlights from the three AJGA Open events being hosted across the country this weekend. The Chateau Elan Junior All-Star presented by Fellowship of Christian Athletes is also taking place, with juniors ages 12-15 looking to make a great impression.

Women’s College Golf

BRASELTON, Ga. — The American Junior Golf Association along with the Texas Golf Association will host an informative seminar on