As one of junior golf’s most prestigious events, the Optimist Junior Golf Illinois District Qualifier provides a unique opportunity for junior golfers to compete in a tournament with golfers from around the globe. Every year thousands of young people compete in local Optimist qualifying tournaments. The top finishers advance to the OIJGC. Past Optimist junior golf participants include Tiger Woods, Michelle McGann, Phil Mickelson and Justin Leonard.
The 2024 Illinois Optimist Qualifier will be held June 10-12 at Red Tail Golf Course in Decatur, IL.