The PGA Youth Player Development Award (formally the Junior Golf Leader Award) recognizes the PGA Professional who is a leader in junior golf and who reflects the ideals of those who work with youth.

Youth Player Development Award Guidelines:

• Demonstration of involvement in the promotion and development of junior golf at the club level.
• Support of National junior golf programs.
• Proven interest, concern and ability to provide opportunities and experience for junior to learn and play golf.
• Recognized as someone of outstanding character.