Fairfax County Launches Junior Golf Tournament Series

New competition offers structured play and pathway to championship for young golfers

Apr. 2, 2026 at 12:00pm

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Fairfax County, Virginia is launching a new junior golf tournament series this summer, providing structured competition and a season-ending championship for players ages 10-18 across six local courses. The Golf Fairfax Junior Tournament Series (GFJTS) will feature nine events, with players competing in five to qualify for the Series Championship at Laurel Hill Golf Club.

Why it matters

The new junior golf series aims to give young players in Fairfax County an affordable and fun way to experience competitive play, helping them prepare for school golf teams and build technical skills while learning to manage tournament pressure.

The details

The GFJTS will feature nine tournaments across six Fairfax County golf courses, with players competing in five events to earn points towards the Series Championship. The series is divided into three age divisions: 10-12, 13-15, and 16-18. Top finishers at each tournament will receive awards, and division champions will be recognized as the top junior golfers in the county.

  • Registration for the GFJTS opened on April 1, 2026 and runs through May 31, 2026.
  • The first tournament in the series will tee off on June 23, 2026 at 10 a.m. at Jefferson District Golf Course.

The players

Michael Mauk

PGA Professional at Pinecrest Golf Course and co-director of the GFJTS.

Tim Sample

GFJTS co-director, Golf Fairfax instructor, and Head Varsity Golf Coach at Meridian High School.

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What they’re saying

“We wanted to create an opportunity for junior golfers to experience competitive play in a fun, structured and affordable way.”

— Michael Mauk, PGA Professional at Pinecrest Golf Course and GFJTS co-director

“High school golf is more than just playing for a team. It's about building technical skills while learning to manage the pressure of competition week-to-week. Players in this series will enter tryouts more prepared and confident.”

— Tim Sample, GFJTS co-director, Golf Fairfax instructor and Head Varsity Golf Coach at Meridian High School

What’s next

Registration for the Golf Fairfax Junior Tournament Series is open until May 31, 2026, with the first tournament kicking off on June 23, 2026.

The takeaway

The new junior golf tournament series in Fairfax County provides a structured and affordable pathway for young players to develop their skills, experience competitive play, and prepare for high school golf teams - helping to grow the next generation of golfers in the local community.