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Team Arizona

Developing Today’s Talent.
Building Tomorrow’s Champions.

Take your game further with Team Arizona. Through competition, coaching and personal development, this Arizona golf team program helps junior golfers pursue their potential on and off the course.

Team Arizona Joins the National Stage

Reshaping the Future of Elite Level Junior Golf.

Arizona is one of 14 states being added to the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP), a new initiative launched by the United States Golf Association.

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24 athletes

12 boys, 12 girls, 1 team | Ages 13-19

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Lead

Build character, skills and lasting connections

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Compete

Earn points in eligible events

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Represent

Be part of Arizona’s golf future

OUR MISSION

Building Champions.
Building Character.

Team Arizona develops junior golfers through high-level competition, coaching and personal growth. We help athletes strengthen their game, grow their confidence and prepare for opportunities in golf and in life.

*Standings last updated August 1, 2026.

The Path to Team Arizona

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Step 1

COMPETE
Participate in approved events throughout the 2026 season, including a minimum of two events from the Team Arizona Points List.

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Step 2

EARN POINTS
Build your position on the Team Arizona Points List through strong competitive performances during the January 1–November 15, 2026 points cycle.

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Step 3

MEET CRITERIA
Meet all eligibility requirements, including application deadline, and competition requirements.

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Step 4

SELECTION
The top 8 boys and 8 girls on the Points List earn a spot, while the Committee selects up to 4 additional athletes per gender based on rankings, scoring, results, sportsmanship, and commitment.

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Eligibility Requirements

Athletes must meet all eligibility requirements to be considered for Team Arizona.

✓ Arizona Resident
Have a parent or guardian who files Arizona state taxes.


✓ U.S. Citizen
Be a citizen of the United States.


✓ Age Requirements
Be at least 13 years old as of January 1, 2026 and meet the program’s upper-age requirement.


✓ Not Enrolled in College
Do not attend college during the 2026–2027 academic year.


✓ Established Handicap Index®
Maintain a USGA Handicap Index® and post eligible scores.


✓ Qualifying Events
Play at least two approved Points List events.

What Team Members Receive

Resources and opportunities to help you grow on and off the course.

Athlete Development

Build your knowledge with athlete development resources that support preparation, training and continued improvement.

Statistical Platform

Track your performance, understand your game and identify opportunities to improve.

Competition Opportunities

Receive consideration for AJGA non-invitational exemptions when needed; entry is not guaranteed.

Financial-Support Resources

Access a streamlined USNDP grant application process for families with financial need.

USNDP Recognition

Become part of a wider golf community through recognition within the U.S. National Development Program.

Team AZ Events & Seminars

Connect with fellow athletes through exclusive events and seminars that encourage learning, teamwork and personal growth.

2026 Team Arizona USNDP Application

To be considered for selection to Team Arizona, all interested athletes or parent/guardians must complete and submit the official Team Arizona USNDP Application. Submission of an application is required to confirm athletes understand the eligibility criteria and would like to be considered for selection to Team Arizona. Applications will be reviewed in accordance with Team Arizona selection criteria and applying does not guarantee selection to the team.

Selection Criteria

The Team Arizona Selection Committee — composed of representatives from AZ GOLF, the Junior Golf Association of Arizona, Southwest PGA, Tucson Junior Golf and other accomplished individuals in the sport — will name 24 athletes (12 boys and 12 girls) to the 2027 team. Athletes will earn their way onto the team by accumulating points and demonstrating outstanding competitive performance in 2026 events selected by the committee, along with meeting the additional criteria listed below.

 
 
 

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Team Arizona Coaching Staff

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Rob Rashell

Head Coach

A University of Washington standout, Rashell enjoyed a successful 15-year professional playing career that included membership on both the PGA Tour and European Tour, appearances in the 2005 and 2008 U.S. Opens, and victory at the 2001 Arizona Open.

Today, he is recognized as one of Arizona's premier instructors, working with players of all skill levels—from beginners to PGA TOUR professionals—while utilizing advanced technology and data-driven coaching to help golfers maximize their potential. Most notably, he currently serves as the swing coach for PGA TOUR winner Joel Dahmen, helping guide one of the game's most recognizable players.

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Dana Fall

Assistant Coach

Dana Fall is an Arizona native and professional golfer who has competed on both the LPGA Tour and Epson Tour. A standout junior golfer from Chandler who played in JGAA events, she enjoyed an accomplished collegiate career at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she was a two-time All-American, three-time Mountain West Player of the Year, and five-time tournament champion. Since turning professional in 2015, Dana has earned an Epson Tour victory, competed at the highest levels of women's professional golf, and continues to inspire the next generation through her passion for the game and commitment to player development.

 

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Sarah Bowman

Team Captain

Sarah Bowman is a veteran LPGA Tour caddie with extensive experience working alongside some of the world's top professional golfers. Throughout her career, she has caddied for accomplished LPGA Tour players including Alena Sharp, Su Oh, and Sarah Schmelzel, bringing expertise in course management, preparation, and on-course strategy. Sarah has earned a reputation as a trusted member of the player-caddie team, helping competitors perform at the highest level of women's professional golf. She is passionate about sharing the insights and lessons she's gained on tour, offering a unique behind-the-scenes perspective on what it takes to succeed at the highest level while inspiring the next generation of golfers.

 

FAQs

The Team Arizona Committee will name 12 boys and 12 girls to the 2027 Team Arizona in Fall of 2026. Athletes earn their way onto the team through outstanding competitive performance during the 2026 season.

Yes. Only players who are Arizona residents and U.S. citizens are eligible for Team Arizona.

Players must be 13 years old by January 1, 2027, have not reached their 19th birthday by July 19, 2027, and must not be enrolled in college for the 2026-2027 school year.

Players must have an established Handicap Index® and enter all eligible scores to be eligible for Team Arizona. Read more about Handicap Index® HERE.

Team Arizona will be named in late 2026. Team members will participate in Team Arizona programming and benefits in 2027. Players must earn their way onto the team each year.

Yes! Once named to Team Arizona, athletes are a part of the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) for the following calendar year. The USNDP will provide benefits and recognition to Team Arizona participants. These benefits may include recognition on the USGA/USNDP website and social media, streamlined USNDP grant applications, exemptions into local AJGA events, and access to the official USNDP statistical platform and athlete development resources. Read more about the USNDP HERE.

No. The National Junior Team is determined by the USGA and will be a relatively small number of athletes compared to the number of athletes on State Teams. 

We will be announcing more details throughout the 2026 season! Stay tuned!

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Shaping the Future of American Golf

The USNDP is a program launched by the United States Golf Association to expand the pipeline for elite local golfers into the national development program and to strengthen junior golf programming across the country. The program is designed to ensure that American golf remains a global leader by focusing on six key pillars: talent identification, access to competition, national teams, athlete resources, player development and relations, and athlete financial support.

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Reshaping the Future of Elite Level Junior Golf.