The AJGA is thrilled to return for the Ochsner Health / AJGA New Orleans Classic for the third consecutive year at Bayou Oaks City Park South Course. This open tournament begins with the Qualifier on May 25th and Junior-Am on May 26th. The first round begins on May 27th, with the second round following on the 28th and the final round on the 29th. This 54-stroke play event hosts 78 juniors ages 12-19.
About the Field
- 20 Louisiana natives
- Six college commits in the field
- Four past AJGA champions
- 17 states represented
- Four countries represented
Players to watch
Kara An of Valencia, California (2027)
- Champion, 2024 UHY Detroit Junior at Forest Lake
- Ranked No. 99 in the Rolex AJGA Rankings
- Clemson University commit
Shiho Im of Dunwoody, Georgia (2029)
- Ranked No. 122 in the Rolex AJGA Rankings
- Runner-up, 2024 AJGA Junior All-Star at Meadowbrook
- Three top-five AJGA finishes
Ivan Popp of Lafayette, Louisiana (2028)
- Champion, 2025 Ochsner Health/AJGA New Orleans Classic
- Champion, 2025 AJGA preview at Oakwing presented by Explore Alexandria/Pineville
- Two top-five AJGA finishes
Luke An of Houston, Texas (2030)
- Three top-five AJGA finishes
- Champion, 2025 STPGA Houston Junior Classic
- Four top-five career finishes in 2025
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