The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) returns to the Florida Panhandle this weekend with the AJGA Preview presented by Destin-Fort Walton Beach at Shalimar Pointe Golf Club.

• The tournament, running April 11-13, features 78 junior golfers ages 12-19 from across the country. For many participants, this marks their first opportunity to compete in a nationally ranked event.

“We’re thrilled to bring the AJGA Preview presented by Destin-Fort Walton Beach to Shalimar Pointe,” said Matt Emmi, AJGA Regional Director for Florida. “This event provides junior golfers with a unique opportunity to test their skills on a championship course and experience one of the most welcoming communities in Florida.”

Part of the AJGA’s Preview Series, the tournament is designed for first-time AJGA participants and younger juniors looking to build their tournament résumés. The series serves as a steppingstone for those aspiring to compete at collegiate or professional levels.

Shalimar Pointe Golf Club, known for hosting U.S. Open qualifiers, welcomes the AJGA for the first time. The 18-hole Dye-Finger designed course features tree-lined fairways, strategically placed bunkers and manicured greens along the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay.

• Destin-Fort Walton Beach, the presenting sponsor, continues its mission of connecting people to outdoor experiences through its support of competitive junior golf.

The AJGA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of young golfers seeking college scholarships. Its alumni include professional golfers like Patrick Cantlay, Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, Tiger Woods, Nelly Korda and Rose Zhang.

For more information about the tournament, visitors can check ajga.org or contact Matt Emmi at memmi@ajga.org.