Golf Ontario is pleased to announce that registration for the 2027 Ontario Junior Players Invitational will open on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
The championship will be contested from March 15-16, 2027, at the renowned Legends Golf & Resort – Moorland Course in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. We are excited to return to Legends Golf Resort, with this year’s championship set to be contested on the Moorland Course for the first time since 2024. Players will once again experience a world-class championship layout renowned for its unique design and strategic challenge, reinforcing the event’s reputation as Golf Ontario’s premier early-spring junior competition.
A Message from Team Ontario Head Coach Reggie Millage:
“The Ontario Junior Players Invitational has become a can’t miss event on Golf Ontario’s championship schedule. The tournament allows the athletes to get a jump start on their season, at a facility that has everything they need on site to stay, play and train. They get to compete against their Ontario peers in a world ranked event in beautiful Myrtle Beach where the entire family can enjoy their stay.”
The Ontario Junior Players Invitational provides elite junior athletes with the opportunity to compete in a collegiate-style 54-hole tournament over two days, while gaining valuable competitive experience prior to the start of the Ontario golf season.
Event Highlights
- Field Size: Up to 88 Junior (U19) golfers
- Format: 54-hole stroke play competition
- March 15: 36-hole shotgun start beginning at 8:00 am
- March 16: Final round with split-tee starts on Holes 1 and 10 from 8:00 am to 10:00 am
- Rankings: Results contribute to the Junior Golf Pathway Rankings, World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), and Junior Golf Scoreboard Rankings.
Registration Information
- Registration Opens: November 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
- Exempt Players: Invitations will be emailed out to players based on past results and performances during the 2026 season. The early exemption deadline is January 3rd, 2027, by 11:59pm.
- Pending List: Non-exempt players may submit an application to the pending list.
- Final Player Deadline: The final player registration deadline is January 22nd, 2027, by 11:59pm.
- Field Selection: Following the registration deadline, remaining positions will be filled from the pending list based on competitive results and the evaluation of the Tournament Selection Committee.
- Alternates: Players not initially accepted into the field will remain on the alternate list and may be added should vacancies occur.
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Accommodation Details
Villas at Legends Golf Resort
Golf Ontario Rate: 2 Bedroom Villa (4 Beds) – $235 USD (Tax Inclusive)
Players and families can book these villas by calling 1-800-552-2660 ext. 2300. In order to receive these preferred rates, participants must request Golf Ontario Rooms to receive special pricing.
- Convenient onsite lodging located on resort property
- Address: 1500 Legends Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
- Reservations available on a first-come, first-served basis
About the Ontario Junior Players Invitational
Established in 2022, the Ontario Junior Players Invitational provides elite junior golfers with a high-performance competition experience before the start of the Ontario golf season. The championship mirrors the collegiate golf format, helping players develop their competitive skills while preparing for provincial, national, and international competition.
For tournament information, registration details, and eligibility requirements, please visit the championship website by clicking here
Mason Cowan
Tournament Director, Coordinator Competitions
mcowan@golfontario.ca
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