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Jim McLean Labor Day Classic

Stroke Play

Jim McLean Labor Day Classic

Schedule

CoursePGA National Golf Club - Champion CourseLocationPalm Beach Gardens, FLDatesSep 5 — 7, 2026CategoryJunior • Mixed

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About the tournament

The Jim McLean Labor Day Classic is one of South Florida's eight Junior Majors, a 54-hole stroke play championship hosted at PGA National's Champion Course. Named after PGA Hall of Fame instructor Jim McLean, this prestigious three-day event tests the region's top junior golfers on a PGA Tour venue that annually hosts the Cognizant Classic.

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Tournament Facts

FormatStroke Play

DivisionsJuniorMixed

Holes543 rounds

Field168players

CutTop 40% of the field and ties after 36 holes

Eligibility

SFPGA Medalist Tour Participants aged 10 to 18 as of September 5, 2026

How to enter

Players must be SFPGA Medalist Tour participants aged 10-18 as of September 5, 2026. Medalist Tour eligibility requires specific scoring averages from prior Prep Tour events or previous year's performance. Registration through the SFPGA Junior Tour system.

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Strategic Insight

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Strength of field

The field draws from the elite South Florida PGA Medalist Tour membership, featuring regional standouts competing for one of the section's most prestigious junior major titles.

Course expectations

The Champion Course demands accuracy and mental toughness, particularly through the infamous 'Bear Trap' closing stretch where water hazards frame the final holes. Jack Nicklaus's design features generous landing areas but punishes missed shots with thick rough and strategic water placement.

Weather risk

Labor Day weekend in South Florida brings hot, humid conditions with afternoon thunderstorms common; wind can be a significant factor, especially on the exposed water holes.

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Past Champions & Results

1 year on record · 2025

Defending Champion

Mason Marigliano

-6 (210)

Runner-upTristan Rhodenizer · lost by 2 strokes

Cut line+16

2025 Results

WinnerS. Pla72-71-76 (219)

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