Junior Girls’ Four State Championship

About: The Junior Girls’ Four State Team Championship, established in 2008, fosters a friendly rivalry among amateur golfers from Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska. Hosted annually by one of the four states, the event features six-player teams selected based on points and performance throughout the season. Players compete in singles, alternate shot, and four-ball matches. 

Date: June 29-30, 2026

Host: Echo Valley Country Club

Location: 3150 Echo Valley Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211

*This championship is an invitation-only event. Invitations are extended to eligible players who meet listed criteria.

Selection Criteria: 

1. The two highest point earners with previous years points kept in mind.
2. The Junior Match Play Champion and previous year Junior Amateur Champion will earn an automatic bid.
3. There will be two captain’s picks.
   • Captain’s picks are based on performance and participation in Missouri Golf Association events, age, and previous team match play experience. Other information taken into account is championship yardage, character, and positivity. 

***Conduct of players and parents will also be taken into consideration. Missouri Golf Association reserves the right to exclude any player from a team based on conduct, even if they are an automatic qualifier for the team. 

Eligibility: 

• Open to female amateur golfers
• Must be 18 years old or younger as of June 29, 2026
• Must be a current MGA member