Scottie Scheffler is taking his impact beyond the PGA Tour and into the heart of Texas junior golf. The world No. 1 and Dallas longtime resident has partnered with the Northern Texas PGA (NTPGA) to launch the Randy Smith Junior Tour, a free, inclusive golf circuit designed to give young players access to competitive opportunities without financial barriers.
Named after Scheffler’s longtime coach and mentor, the Randy Smith Junior Tour will host events across North Texas, targeting players aged 6 to 12. According to The Dallas Morning News, the new junior tour will feature 10-12 events in 2026, eliminating entry fees and membership costs. This will make it one of the most accessible junior golf programs in the country.
The report adds that Scheffler’s wife, Meredith, will also be actively involved in the initiative.
“This tour is about giving kids the same gift Randy gave me,” Scheffler said, according to The Dallas Morning News. “He taught me that golf is about more than just scores. It’s about character, respect, and the people who help you along the way. That’s the legacy that Meredith and I are excited to pass on. We are proud to help start the Randy Smith Tour.”
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The Randy Smith Junior Tour will not initially have a competitive focus, but will serve as a fun way for junior golfers to get started in the sport.
Here are some more details about the new tour:
Ages 6-12, divided into age groups (6-9 and 10-12 for boys and girls)Par-3 courses utilizing 6 or 9-hole formats4-player teams (play your own ball)Trained high school golfers to guide each group teaching etiquette, safety, introductory rules and sportsmanshipEvents emphasize fun, learning, and the basics of tournament golfParents are invited and encouraged to spectate, but they are not permitted to caddieNon-competitive “stamp scoring” system celebrating effort and teamworkEnd-of-round ice cream celebrations for every participant and their family
Scheffler’s move comes at a time when youth sports are grappling with rising costs and declining participation. By removing financial hurdles, the Randy Smith Junior Tour aims to reverse that trend and create a pipeline of talent for future generations.
Randy Smith is the Royal Oaks Golf Club pro emeritus and a member of the PGA Hall of Fame. He has been coaching Scheffler since the major champion was 6 years old, making him one of the main architects of his already illustrious career.
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