For parents
Parent Guide
Still deciding, or getting ready for a first event? This page explains JGL: how a season works, which group your child plays in, and what to do from entry to tournament day.
What JGL is
Why JGLWeekend events, no missed school
Events run on weekends — 18-hole stroke play that fits around school.
Grouped by grade
Four groups from Grade 3 to Grade 12. Boys and girls share a leaderboard and play from different tees.
Every event counts
Finishes earn points that decide the season ranking, DI All-Star entry, and international and TJO selection.
A path to college and abroad
Results connect with international ranking systems, alongside US college seminars and recruiting guidance.
DII vs DI
Format & RulesJGL has two levels. DII Tour Series is open to everyone and builds points. DI All-Star Series is earned through those points — the strongest players in each group, and the only JGL events that count toward the US JGS ranking.
- Earn JGL Points in DII
- Reach your group’s top 40
- Enter DI All-Star
- DI results go on JGS
JGL’s core events, all season long. Most players start here.
The strongest players in each group, head to head.
Every member. No ranking needed.
Players in their group’s top 40 on JGL Points when entries open.
Many events through the season.
Once a quarter.
One round, 18 holes. Two-day stops are two separate one-round events.
Two rounds, 36 holes, scores combined.
One step shorter than DI (Middle School: 5,800 / 5,300 yd).
Longer (Middle School: 6,400 / 5,800 yd).
Points by finishing place.
Points by place, weighted above DII.
Does not count.
Counts — visible to US college coaches.
First-timers and players building points.
Players chasing top competition and college attention.
- What it is
- JGL’s core events, all season long. Most players start here.
- Who can enter
- Every member. No ranking needed.
- How often
- Many events through the season.
- Format
- One round, 18 holes. Two-day stops are two separate one-round events.
- Tees
- One step shorter than DI (Middle School: 5,800 / 5,300 yd).
- JGL Points
- Points by finishing place.
- JGS ranking
- Does not count.
- Best for
- First-timers and players building points.
- What it is
- The strongest players in each group, head to head.
- Who can enter
- Players in their group’s top 40 on JGL Points when entries open.
- How often
- Once a quarter.
- Format
- Two rounds, 36 holes, scores combined.
- Tees
- Longer (Middle School: 6,400 / 5,800 yd).
- JGL Points
- Points by place, weighted above DII.
- JGS ranking
- Counts — visible to US college coaches.
- Best for
- Players chasing top competition and college attention.
Which group is my child in?
Format & RulesPick your child’s grade this season to see their group, tees and school team group.
Lower ElementaryG3–4Team: Elementary (G3–6)
DII Tour Series
Open to every member · 18 holes
- Boys
- Green Square4,800 yd
- Girls
- Lime Triangle4,300 yd
DI All-Star Series
Top 40 in the group · 36 holes
- Boys
- Blue Shield5,300 yd
- Girls
- Green Square4,800 yd
Upper ElementaryG5–6Team: Elementary (G3–6)
DII Tour Series
Open to every member · 18 holes
- Boys
- Blue Shield5,300 yd
- Girls
- Green Square4,800 yd
DI All-Star Series
Top 40 in the group · 36 holes
- Boys
- Purple Star5,800 yd
- Girls
- Blue Shield5,300 yd
Middle SchoolG7–9Team: Secondary (G7–12)
DII Tour Series
Open to every member · 18 holes
- Boys
- Purple Star5,800 yd
- Girls
- Blue Shield5,300 yd
DI All-Star Series
Top 40 in the group · 36 holes
- Boys
- Black Diamond6,400 yd
- Girls
- Purple Star5,800 yd
High SchoolG10–12Team: Secondary (G7–12)
DII Tour Series
Open to every member · 18 holes
- Boys
- Purple Star5,800 yd
- Girls
- Blue Shield5,300 yd
DI All-Star Series
Top 40 in the group · 36 holes
- Boys
- Black Diamond6,400 yd
- Girls
- Purple Star5,800 yd
Actual distances vary with course conditions, usually within ±200 yards. JGL may adjust, merge or split groups. For players below Grade 3, please contact JGL.
How a season works
Start in DII, earn points, and play your way into DI.
- September
Season starts
Join or renew. Returning players carry over points equal to one DI finish; new members start at 0.
- All season
DII Tour Series
Open to every member, no ranking needed. Each finish earns points; the ranking updates after every event.
- Once a quarter
DI All-Star Series
One event each quarter. Players in their group’s top 40 when entries open can enter: two rounds, 36 holes, against the strongest in the group.
- Season end
Awards and selection
Order of Merit and group awards; points are also the main basis for international and TJO spots.
JGL Points vs JGS ranking
JGS & WAGRBoth get called “points”, but they do different jobs. JGL Points decide DI entry; JGS is the ranking US college coaches use, and in JGL only DI events count toward it. So players build JGL Points in DII to reach DI, and their DI results go on JGS.
JGL: season ranking, DI entry, awards, international and TJO selection
US college coaches, to find and assess junior players
Both DII Tour Series and DI All-Star events
In JGL, only DI All-Star events (two rounds, 36 holes) count
Points by finishing place each event; DI weighs more
Scoring across certified rounds in a year; rewards consistency
- Who uses it
- JGL: season ranking, DI entry, awards, international and TJO selection
- Which events count
- Both DII Tour Series and DI All-Star events
- How it builds
- Points by finishing place each event; DI weighs more
- Who uses it
- US college coaches, to find and assess junior players
- Which events count
- In JGL, only DI All-Star events (two rounds, 36 holes) count
- How it builds
- Scoring across certified rounds in a year; rewards consistency
From joining to results
Upcoming eventsBecome a member
Log in to the Member Centre with email or LINE, add your child, upload proof of enrolment and pay the season fee. One parent can register several children.
Enter an event
Enter and pay in the Member Centre (card, or bank transfer to a dedicated account, confirmed automatically). The entry is confirmed once payment is received.
Get your pairing
Before the event you’ll get your group, tee time and starting hole on LINE, plus a reminder the day before. Link LINE in the Member Centre first.
Tournament day
Check in at the time on the event page. Caddie, distance-device and transport rules vary by event — see “Rules & information” on the event page.
Follow results
Watch live scores on the event page. After the round you’ll get a results message, and official results and rankings update on the site.
On tournament day
Rules SchoolArrive early
Leave time to check in, warm up and putt. Being late can mean a penalty or disqualification.
Only a caddie may give advice
Under the Rules of Golf, only a player’s caddie may give advice during a round. Unless you are the registered caddie that day, don’t discuss shots or clubs — your child could be penalised.
Follow spectator rules
Keep your distance, stay off the fairway and don’t distract other players. Each event lists its rules under “Parents & spectators”.
Ask a referee
Your child can ask a referee for a ruling. Rulings involving your child appear in your Member Centre.
Parents often ask
All FAQsMy child has never played a tournament. Can they join?
Yes. DII is open to every member with no ranking needed. Not ready to join? Try Rookie Day first.
Do boys and girls play separately?
Boys and girls in a group share one leaderboard; girls play from forward tees.
How do school teams work?
Teams form automatically by school. Two or more players in the same team group make a team, and the best two scores each round count. No separate entry needed.
If my child plays both DII days, does it count for JGS?
No. The two DII days are two separate one-round events, each earning JGL Points, and neither counts for JGS. In JGL, only DI All-Star events (two rounds, 36 holes) count for JGS. DII builds JGL Points toward DI entry.
How are ties decided?
No playoffs and no shared places — scorecards are compared using The R&A’s recommended countback (last 9, 6, 3, final hole).
How do I get event messages?
Link LINE in the Member Centre and add our official LINE @jgl.tw. Pairings, tee times, reminders, results and payment notices all arrive there.
Ready when you are
Still deciding? Try Rookie Day. Ready? Start in the Member Centre. Questions? Message our official LINE @jgl.tw.
