The Development of Junior Golf in Taiwan

For many years, golf has been one of Taiwan’s five major sports. Beyond its fitness benefits, numerous junior golfers have chosen this sport as a springboard for academic advancement. Through their golf talent, many have successfully applied to junior high and high school sports programs, athletic talent self-study programs, and sports universities. Some outstanding players have even earned admission to U.S. universities, using golf as a pathway to pursue both education and athletic excellence.

In Taiwan, young golfers actively participate in various amateur tournaments to gain competition experience and refine their skills. In addition to the association’s Future Star Series, there are numerous amateur events organized by the Chinese Taipei Golf Association and other organizations. Besides entry-level and beginner tournaments, more experienced or highly trained players often use school breaks to travel abroad for international amateur competitions, gaining exposure to global standards and enhancing their international tournament experience.

Players and parents can select quality tournaments to participate in — not only to assess training progress but also to understand the player’s ranking and development stage, helping them make informed choices regarding golf careers and academic pathways.

Junior golfers who have trained from a young age typically attend high school athletic programs or sports-focused schools. Some even choose to study abroad, enrolling in U.S. golf academies such as the International Junior Golf Academy (IJGA) to prepare for future admission to American universities.

In addition to academic pursuits, some highly talented players, around the age of 18, take on the challenge of professional golf tours — such as the PGA, Japan Tour, Korean Tour, Asian Tour, or Taiwan Tour — by participating in qualifying tournaments to earn professional status.

For more information on academic advancement and golf career planning, please stay tuned for the association’s seminars and workshops to gain deeper insights and guidance.