JGFP world tilt slated at Apo

MANILA, Philippines —  With the full backing and sanction from the National Golf Association of the Philippines (NGAP), the Junior Golf Foundation of the Philippines (JGFP) is set to take junior golf to a new level as it stages the first-ever JGFP World Junior Team Championship 2026 this April in Davao City.

JGFP president Oliver Gan said preparations are in full swing for the tournament, scheduled April 16 to 19 at Apo Golf and Country Club, calling it a major step forward for the development of young Filipino golfers.

“We are very excited to stage a first-of-its-kind event in the country – a world team competition for junior golfers aged six to 18,” said Gan.

“This is part of our mission to provide high-level competition for our players, and having the NGAP’s sanction and support makes this tournament even more significant.”

According to Gan, the involvement of the NGAP,  led by its president Martin Lorenzo, has helped generate strong international interest. Gan recently met with amateur golf ‘godfather’ Mikey Arroyo and NGAP secretary-general Bones Floro.

The JGFP has already reached out to various golf federations abroad and has received positive responses, including assurances that top junior players will be sent.