MIDDLEFIELD, CT (February 20, 2023) - Registration for the 13U and 17U PGA Jr. League is now open at Lyman Orchards Golf Center for the 2023 Spring Season. The program provides youth ages 7-17 with golf instruction and the experience of competing on golf teams in a two-person scramble format that builds confidence and encourages sportsmanship.

The Lyman Orchards PGA Jr. League program is the largest program in the Eastern Time Zone, and the 4th largest program in the United States. Last year, the local program hosted over 250 boys and girls of all skill levels. The 17U team also won the 2022 Connecticut PGA Sectional Championship, and finished 2nd in the Northeast Regional Championship.

PGA Jr. League players receive expert coaching from PGA and LPGA professionals during weekly practices and play matches at Lyman Orchards golf courses, including the Apple 9 Course and Jones or Player Championship Courses. The Apple 9, a par 29 course, is also recognized as a Top 50 Range by the Golf Range Association of America.

"PGA Jr. League is Lyman Orchards' premier junior golf program.  It not only provides juniors their first opportunity to compete at an introductory level, but gives families the ability to participate as if they were at a PGA Tour event.  Families are encouraged to walk/ride on the perimeter of the course and cheer on their team and children," said John Dipollina, PGA Director of Golf at Lyman Orchards Golf Center. "PGA Jr. League is simply the best “growth of the game” program the PGA of America has instituted in years.  It has changed junior golf forever for the better."

Players may register online for the 13U Spring League (ages 7-13) or 17U Spring League (ages 14-17). "Early Bird Registration" ends March 15th for 13U and May 1st for 17U. Capacity is limited and families are encouraged to sign up today!

About Lyman Orchards

Situated on 1,100 acres in Middlefield, Connecticut, Lyman Orchards is a year-round family destination. Established in 1741, Lyman Orchards offers a variety of recreational activities and venues for adults and children of all ages—including pick-your-own fruit orchards, a farm market, seasonal mazes, 36 holes of championship golf, a par-29 executive nine-hole course which is home to one of the top golf-training facilities in the State of Connecticut, 1741 Pub & Grill, meeting and event space, and seasonal festivals. For more information, call Lyman Orchards at 860-349-1793 or visit lymanorchards.com.

About PGA Jr. League

PGA Jr. League is the flagship youth pillar program of the PGA of America's 501(c)(3) foundation, PGA REACH, with the goal of making the program accessible to all interested kids in the United States and around the world. For more information, visit PGAJrLeague.com.