Summary of 2026 COP Changes
The following updates were made to improve clarity, fairness, and player well-being across PGA Jr. League competition.
2026 Changes | Reason for change |
Updated COP Information | Improve clarity and consistency across rules and policies |
Prohibited use of electric pushcarts (All-Star season) | Ensure competitive equity. |
Update Tiebreaker Playoff Procedure | To improve the scorecard playoff procedure to include all four pairs. |
Update All-Star Season Yardages | Maintain equitable yardages across age groups |
Upcoming: Revised Code of Conduct | Elevate the long-term emotional and mental well-being of the players while maintaining the professional standards expected of the PGA of America. |
Detailed Clarifications by Change
Updated COP Information
The following clarifications were added to the Competition Operating Procedures:
All-Star eligibility mileage
Clarified as 75 miles of driving distance, not straight-line distanceRelief measurements
Clarified where one club-length or one clubhead-length relief appliesRecommended jersey colors
Home: Purple
Away: Gray
9u Division clarification
The 9u division is local league only
It does not include an All-Star season
Prohibited Use of Electric Pushcarts
Electric pushcarts are prohibited during:
All-Star Sectional Qualifiers
All-Star Championships
This change applies only to All-Star season competition
Promotes competitive equity for all players
Local league play:
Coaches may decide whether electric pushcarts are allowed
Updated Tiebreaker Playoff Procedure (Regionals)
For match play at Regional Championships:
First tiebreaker: Total holes won (unchanged)
Second tiebreaker (updated):
Aggregate stroke play score using all four pairs
Previously used best three of four pairs
Championship tiebreakers:
Remain unchanged from prior years
Updated All-Star Season Yardages
Triangle tee range extended:
New range: 3,200–3,600 yards
Previous range: 3,200–3,500 yards
Tee placement will:
Start with triangle tees
Work backward to create 85–90% yardage ranges for:
Square
Pentagon
Circle tees
Tournament Director discretion:
Yardages may be adjusted due to course layout, elevation, conditions, or tee availability.
The Tournament Director has final authority on all tee and yardage decisions.
Strengthened Code of Conduct
Focus areas:
Elevated expectations for coaches, players, and spectators
A multi-tiered accountability system
Support for players’ long-term emotional and mental well-being
The updated Code of Conduct can be found within the Conditions of Play
A one-sheet version of the Code of Conduct is also available
Important Notes
These changes apply to the 2026 PGA Jr. League season
The full COP document remains the authoritative source
Coaches are responsible for ensuring compliance within their programs