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U.S. Kids Golf 2026 Illinois State Invitational

CoursePrairie CourseLocationMundelein, ILDatesJun 27 — 28, 2026CategoryJunior

About the tournament

The U.S. Kids Golf Illinois State Invitational brings junior golfers ages 5-14 to Countryside Golf Club's Prairie Course for a two-day championship offering Priority Status qualification for Regional, International, and World Championships. Players compete in age-based divisions at scaled yardages, with younger age groups playing 9 holes per day and older divisions (Boys 9-14, Girls 11-14) competing over 18 holes each day.

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Tournament Facts

FormatStroke Play

CategoryJunior

CutNo cut

Eligibility

Boys and girls ages 5-14; invitations based on Priority Status, with open applications available based on space

Strategic Insight

Members only

Expected cut lineNo cutAfter 36 holes

Strength of field

Field composition is determined by Priority Status invitation levels, with higher-status players invited first and potential segmentation by in-state versus out-of-state competitors based on demand.

Course expectations

Multiple age divisions will play from different tees on the Prairie Course at Countryside Golf Club, with yardages scaled using the Longleaf Tee System to provide age-appropriate challenges slightly longer than local tour competitions.

Weather risk

Late June conditions in northern Illinois can bring warm temperatures and afternoon thunderstorms typical of summer golf in the Midwest.

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Organizer contact

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