What Is WAGR?

The World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) is a global points-based system that ranks amateur golfers based on their performance in approved tournaments.

For any junior golfer aiming to play college golf in the US, especially at the NCAA Division I level, a WAGR profile is one of the most important tools in your recruitment portfolio.

Why Coaches Look at WAGR

College golf coaches use WAGR to quickly assess:

• Your competitive level
• How often you compete
  
  
• What type of events you play (stroke play vs match play)
  
  
• Your international standing relative to US and European players
  
  

A strong WAGR ranking tells a coach you’re experienced, consistent, and ready for top-tier collegiate golf.

How to Get Ranked on WAGR

To appear on the WAGR system, you must:

1. Compete in WAGR-approved events (like the Study & Play America Invitational)
   
   
2. Finish in the top percentage of the field
   
   
3. Play a minimum number of rounds across a set period
   
   

We recommend aiming for 3–5 WAGR events per year, spread across the season.

UK Tournaments That Qualify for WAGR

Some examples include:

• Study & Play America Invitational
  
  
• English U18 Championships
  
  
• Faldo Series Regional Finals
  
  
• R&A Amateur Championship
  
  
• Scottish Boys’ Open
  
  

We also run WAGR-ranked events throughout the year, check out our Golf Tournament page.

Does Not Having WAGR Mean I Can’t Get Recruited?

No, but having a WAGR profile greatly improves your visibility, especially when competing against US juniors who are playing high-level AJGA and USGA events.

Our Role in Your WAGR Strategy

At Study & Play America, we build your WAGR plan into your overall recruitment strategy. We:

• Recommend the best WAGR events in the UK
  
  
• Help with entry and registration
  
  
• Guide tournament prep
  
  
• Analyse results and feedback
  
  
• Build your profile with video and stats

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Want to start climbing the WAGR ladder and get recruited while you do it?
Speak to our team today and we’ll help you take the next step.

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