Lleyton Matthews — Class of 2028 golfer
“Competitive golf is played mainly on a five inch course - the space between your ears.”
Toyota Tour Cup
The Toyota Tour Cup is the premier, elite level junior golf tour hosted by the Southern California PGA. The Toyota Tour Cup is widely recognized as one of the most competitive junior golf tours in the United States. Lleyton Matthews earned an exemption on the Toyota Tour Cup through the 2027 season.
Junior Club Champion
Lleyton Matthews was crowned the 2026 Junior Club Champion at Bella Collina Golf Club in San Clemente, California. Bella Collina was designed by the legendary Gary Player and features a Scottish links design blended with dramatic elevation changes. Lleyton posted a 2-Day total score of 145 shooting 72 and 73, winning the tournament in a sudden-death playoff.
Players Tour
The Players Tour is the core, intermediate level junior golf tour hosted by the Southern California PGA. Lleyton Matthews claimed 5 Wins and 11 Podiums during the 2024 and 2025 Players Tour seasons, earning a one year exemption on the Toyota Tour Cup.
River Ridge Summer Series
Lleyton Matthews finished 3rd Place at the River Ridge Summer Series. The River Ridge Golf Club Vineyard course played just short of 6,300 yards and the field included some of Southern California's most talented junior golfers competing for an exemption on the Toyota Tour Cup. Lleyton posted a 2-Day total score of 144 shooting 71 and 73 respectively.
Junior Development Tour
The Junior Development Tour is the foundational junior tour of the Southern California PGA. Lleyton Matthews earned 4 Wins and 7 Podiums during the 2022 and 2023 Junior Development Tour seasons, qualifying for the SCPGA Players Tour.
Drive, Chip and Putt Championship
The Drive, Chip and Putt Championship provides junior golfers the opportunity to showcase their skills in the fundamentals of the game. Founded by the Masters Tournament, USGA, and PGA of America, this event builds confidence, celebrates sportsmanship, and fosters a love for the game of golf.
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