Golf’s Next GEN

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Episode No. 3 of Golf’s Next GEN continues Season 2 with Emilia Migliaccio Doran, a standout talent in golf both on and off the course. She reflects on her AJGA career, winning a national championship, and transitioning into a role with Golf Channel. Emilia also shares valuable insight into performance anxiety, offering a unique perspective from her experiences as both a player and broadcaster.

Ryan Hybl kicks off Season 2 of the Golf’s Next GEN podcast in Episode No. 1, sharing his journey as the head coach of Oklahoma men’s golf. He discusses building a championship program, developing elite junior talent, and the pathway from junior golf to the collegiate level. Hybl also offers insights on leadership, competition, and what it takes to succeed at the highest level of college golf.

Mike Thomas joins Episode No. 8 of the Golf's Next GEN podcast to share his experiences as a longtime PGA professional, insights from coaching his son, Justin Thomas and his perspective on the importance of junior golf in shaping the next generation of players. He also reflects on balancing mentorship, family and the evolving landscape of the sport.

Connor Sullivan of TaylorMade Golf joins the podcast to talk about his route from the AJGA to The Kingdom, his junior golf career and the future of junior golf.

Episode four of Golf's Next GEN features Liam Lodding who suffered a cardiac event at an AJGA tournament last summer. Lodding wanted to give back to those who helped him through it, raising more than $30k for charity while recovering from his own scary condition.

Episode two of Golf’s Next GEN showcases Jasmine Koo, a rising star in junior golf who will soon play for the University of Southern California. Koo offers a compelling look into the evolution of women’s golf and her personal journey with the AJGA and how it has shaped her as a young golfer.