Golf’s Next GEN
Golf’s Next GEN is here to spotlight the rising stars of the American Junior Golf Association. This podcast offers an exclusive look into the journeys of junior golfers as they chase their dreams, both on and off the course. Plus, it’ll feature inspiring AJGA alumni and influential industry leaders. Get ready for a front-row seat to the future of golf!
Episodes

Monday May 04, 2026
Monday May 04, 2026
Season 3 of Golf’s Next Gen, the official podcast of the American Junior Golf Association, continues with Episode 4. This episode features an in-depth conversation with Ronin Banerjee, currently ranked No. 5 in the Rolex AJGA Rankings, and Dayton Hansen, COO of ICL Academy. Banerjee shares how he balances elite junior golf with academics through ICL’s online school model, offering a detailed look at his daily schedule and life as one of the top juniors in the country. Hansen breaks down ICL Academy’s mission of building champions for life, explaining how the program supports serious junior golfers by creating flexibility for both school and competitive pursuits while preparing students for success on and off the course.

Friday Apr 17, 2026
Friday Apr 17, 2026
Season 3 of Golf’s Next GEN continues with Episode 3, the official podcast of the American Junior Golf Association. This episode features Michelle Wie West, major champion and LPGA Tour winner, as she announces her return to competition at the Mizuho Americas Open, where she will also serve as host, along with her plans to compete in the U.S. Women’s Open.

Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Season 3, Episode 2 spotlights the AJGA’s renewed partnership with FlightScope and the impact that cutting‑edge performance data continues to have on junior golf. We’re joined by Jordan Vogler of FlightScope, who shares insights into the company’s latest innovations and what this long‑term partnership means for the future of player development.

Friday Jan 30, 2026
Friday Jan 30, 2026
Start Season 3 with the premiere of Golf’s Next GEN, the official podcast of the AJGA. Episode 1 features Johnson Wagner, former PGA TOUR and Korn Ferry Tour player and current CBS Sports analyst, as we talk about his career and his family’s connection to junior golf through his son’s AJGA journey.

Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Celebrate the season and cap off an incredible year with Episode 9 of Golf’s Next GEN, the official podcast of the AJGA. This special holiday finale features the AJGA Awards and festive trivia and Christmas-themed “Would You Rather” questions with our staff.

Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Episode No. 8 of Golf’s Next GEN features Hally Leadbetter – content creator, entrepreneur, and former AJGA standout. Hally shares her journey from junior and collegiate golf to becoming one of the most influential voices in the modern golf media landscape. She discusses building a career through humor, storytelling, and authenticity, her work with Golf Digest and CBS Sports, and the launch of her new snack brand, Bunchies. Hally also reflects on the evolution of golf content, her favorite creative projects, and how she continues to help shape a more fun, inclusive future for the game.

Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Episode No. 7 of Golf’s Next GEN features Morgan Pressel – newly named 2026 PING Junior Solheim Cup Captain, major champion, and 2005 Rolex Junior Player of the Year. Morgan reflects on her journey from AJGA standout to LPGA star, her experience playing in both the Junior and professional Solheim Cups and her current role as a golf broadcaster. She also shares what it means to now lead the next generation as captain, bringing full-circle perspective from player to mentor.

Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Episode No. 6 of Golf’s Next GEN features Aphrodite Deng, two-time Rolex Junior All-American, 2023 Junior All-Star Team member, and the current No. 1 player in the Rolex AJGA Rankings. Aphrodite talks about her path to the top of junior golf, playing alongside Nelly Korda at the Mizuho Americas Open, and competing at events like the U.S. Girls’ Junior. From balancing high expectations to staying grounded through the grind, Aphrodite shares what fuels her both on and off the course.

Monday Jun 30, 2025
Monday Jun 30, 2025
Episode No. 5 of Golf’s Next GEN features Scarlett Schremmer – two-time Rolex Junior All-American, Texas A&M commit, and one of the top-ranked junior golfers in the country. Scarlett talks about her biggest AJGA moments, international experiences, and how growing up in a competitive golf family helped shape her game. From balancing school and travel to trading surfboards for golf clubs, Scarlett shares what drives her both on and off the course.

Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Episode No. 4 of Golf’s Next GEN features Brad Dalke – former AJGA star, U.S. Amateur finalist, and now part of the Good Good crew. Brad talks junior golf, playing in The Masters, and how he’s navigating life on and off the course with one of golf’s biggest media brands.

About the AJGA
The AJGA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the overall growth and development of young men and women who aspire to earn college golf scholarships through competitive junior golf.








