The Malaysian Golf Association (MGA) recently announced the list of selected junior golfers as part of the National Junior Development Program (NJDP) Elite Team for 2024/2025.

The group of 25 juniors comprises 14 boys and 11 girls. Leading the lineup among the boys is Wan Danial who is the best-ranked junior with a 671st position on the World Amateur Golf Championship Rankings (WAGR) and recently was 2023’s MSSM (Majlis Sukan Sekolah-Sekolah Malaysia / Schools Sports Council of Malaysia) Under 18 champion. Other members include Muhammad Adif Haikal Md Hazan and Muhammad Ajmal Amin who are ranked 1222nd and 1907th respectively in the world.

Meanwhile, the girls’ team boasts talents such as Alya Afza Hazari whose achievements include winning the under-18 category of last year’s MSSM and currently holds a WAGR position of 1010th. She is joined by other talented juniors namely Andrea Chin Yen Xing and Ngo Yi Belle who are ranked 755 and 1422 respectively.

NJDP Chairman, En Fauzi Mesran stated “In the heart of every young golfer within our National Junior Development Program lies a dream that stretches far beyond the greens and fairways of our nation. It is a dream nurtured not just with talent, but with determination, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As we unveil our elite players for 2024, we see more than just athletes; we see ambassadors of our dreams and aspirations. Our goal is not only to see these young talents excel in national and regional circuits but to also make their mark on the global stage. We believe in creating a foundation strong enough to support their ambitions, powered by the collective effort of our dedicated sponsors and the unwavering spirit of our athletes.”

“The journey is long and the challenges many, but the dreams of our NJDP elite players are boundless. Together, we strive towards a future where our flags fly high in international arenas, heralding the arrival of Malaysia's finest in the world of golf."

Alongside this announcement, an array of sponsors have also announced their commitment to supporting junior golf in Malaysia, including Colla Niaga Sdn Bhd, Reneuco Berhad, 1EBC Sdn Bhd, Crestlink, Champions Golf, Golf Improvement Center, and Progripp.