Future Champions Golf announces elite invitation waivers for FCG Major Championship champions
Boys and Girls 15–18 Champions at the FCG International and FCG Callaway World Championship earn exemptions to the 2026 Elite Invitational
San Diego, CA— [1/12/2026] — Future Golf Champions (FCG) is proud to announce a new championship track for elite junior golfers. From 2026, the champions of the Boys and girls 15–18 divisions at two of FCG’s most important major championships: the FCG International and the FCG Callaway World Championship – will earn exemptions to participate in the 2026 Elite Invitational Golf Tournamentkept indoors November 2026.
The Elite Invitational Golf Tournament is considered one of the most exclusive and competitive junior golf events in the world, featuring a limited field of top-tier junior golfers competing in a championship-level environment designed to reflect collegiate and professional golf.
“This is an exciting step forward for Future Champions Golf and our players,” the spokesperson said Chris Smeal, founder of Future Champions Golf. “Our Major Championships already attract some of the best junior golfers from around the world. This exemption rewards true champions with the opportunity to compete on one of the most respected junior golf stages.”
Both the FCG International and the FCG Callaway World Championship They consistently boast deep international fields, prime locations, exposure to college coaches and world-class tournament operations, making them ideal qualifying platforms for an Elite Invitational-sized event.
“The Elite Invitational was created to challenge the very best junior golfers in the world,” said Mason Carmel, founder of the Elite Invitational. “FCG has a long-standing reputation for developing top talent, and we are excited to welcome champions of their Major Championships to our field. These players have proven they can compete and win under pressure and look forward to welcoming them to one of North America’s top invitationals.”
Breakdown of the exemption
- Boys 15–18 Years Champion – FCG International → Exempt for the 2026 Elite Invitational
- Girls 15–18 Years Champion – FCG International → Exempt for the 2026 Elite Invitational
- Boys 15–18 Champion – FCG Callaway World Championship → Exempt for the 2026 Elite Invitational
- Girls 15–18 Champion – FCG Callaway World Championship → Exempt for the 2026 Elite Invitational
“This partnership furthers our mission to create real pathways for junior golfers,” said Smeal. “We want our champions to play against the best, at events that really prepare them for the future.”
About Future Golf Champions
Founded in 2006, Future Champions Golf is one of the world’s leading junior golf tours, hosting more than 200 tournaments annually in the United States and internationally. FCG offers competitive opportunities for junior golfers of all levels, including major championships, international events, college exposure and professional exemptions.
About the Elite Invitational
The Elite Invitational Golf Tournament is an invitation-only junior championship held annually in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The event brings together elite junior golfers from around the world to compete in a high-quality environment that emphasizes excellence, preparation and championship golf.
For more information, visit https://theeliteinvitational.
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