Pietro Picolli gains WAGR Ranking
As a young junior golfer, Pietro Picolli was a standout member of Italy’s Elite National Team, showcasing his skills and representing his country in national competitions. His early promise indicated a bright future in golf. Despite his early success, Pietro faced significant challenges when injuries and COVID-19 restrictions disrupted his golfing journey. These obstacles caused […]
IJGA Alumni In Amateur Success
At IJGA, we’re thrilled to celebrate the achievements of our alumni who continue to excel on the global stage. Here are some recent standout performances: Filip Jakubcik at the Palmer Cup Filip Jakubcik showcased his talent at the prestigious Palmer Cup, facing tough competition from top-ranked players. Despite initial setbacks, Filip rallied with an impressive […]
Joshua Hess Secures Three Major Wins in Two Months
IJGA golfer Joshua Hess is on a roll with his third win in just two months. These victories come after a decision to move to the USA to develop his golf skills and the hard work he has put into his game during the last school year. Joshua’s wins on varied courses and under diverse […]
Sofia Essakali Wins at AJGA Events
Sofia Cherif Essakali recently secured back-to-back wins at prestigious AJGA events, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport. Her recent victories add to an impressive resume, including two other AJGA wins, notable successes at international tournaments such as the women’s Pan-Arab games, and twice making the cut at LET events. Sofia’s Recent Triumphs […]
Hyo Joon Jang’s LPGA Major Debut
At IJGA, we take immense pride in our students’ accomplishments as they progress in their golfing careers. This month, we celebrate the professional milestones of several IJGA alumni who have made significant strides in prestigious tournaments. Hyo Joon Jang’s LPGA Debut Congratulations to Hyo Joon Jang for playing in her first LPGA major, the KPMG […]
IJGA First Timers
At the International Junior Golf Academy (IJGA), we are proud to celebrate the achievements of our students. Over the past few weeks, three of our talented golfers—Halahn Lee, Leo Liang, and Asahi Terukina — have secured their first wins in junior events in the USA this year. Additionally, Jenny Lee significantly improved her game, scoring […]
Ana Maria Jimenez Rios Wins Lady Moc Classic
IJGA alumni Ana Maria Jiminez Rios, now a sophomore at University of Tampa, won the LadyMoc Classic inter-collegiate, her fourth college title. Sixteen female college teams competedand, although Ana Maria led from the front, her team finished sixth. Rollins College, with IJGAalumni Carla Alvarez Perez, finished in fourth place. Congratulations Ana Maria! Ana Maria Jiminez […]
Jerry Miao: College Signing Speech
Jerry Miao, a graduating senior committed to Macalester College, delivered a heartwarming speech at our first College Signing event of the year. Having dedicated the better part of his teenage years to IJGA, he cherishes the fond memories created during his time, and likewise, we hold a special place for him in our hearts. Jerry […]
Paloma Ibarra Makes Waves Reaching Saltillo
A new student at IJGA is already making waves. Paloma Ibarra, a 15-year-old from Saltillo, Mexico, confidently excels through all obstacles. Last weekend in The Legends Open in Clermont, FL, she shot a stellar nine under, winning by 15 points! With some good work the week before with mental performance consultant Bill Nelson, whom Allison […]
Montverde Academy Girls’ Golf Highlights
We will provide updates as the Montverde Eagles Girl’s team works their way through the season. Inaugural Knights Invitational: A Resounding Victory Victoria Renzi led the team with a stellar 68 (-4), securing the top spot among 20 golfers. Michelle Jing Su, Romina Salazar, and Gurbanie Star also contributed to the team, who beat the […]
