U.S. Junior Amateur, a USGA Championship

While it is not the oldest competition, the U.S. Junior Amateur is considered the premier junior competition, having been around since 1948. The event is open to male golfers who have not reached their 19th birthday prior to the close of competition and whose USGA Handicap Index does not exceed 2.4. The U.S. Junior is one of 15 national championship conducted annually by the USGA.