Deng is the Top-Ranked Junior Golfer in the AJGA Junior Girls Rankings and the 2025 AJGA Player of the Year
Talley, No. 2 in the AJGA Junior Girls Rankings, Made History Saturday by Becoming the First Repeat Winner in the Girls Division at the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley
LOS ANGELES, CA – The top two-ranked players in the Rolex AJGA Girls Rankings – Aphrodite Deng (1) and Asterisk Talley (2) – have accepted sponsor invitations to tee it up against the world’s best professional golfers on the LPGA Tour at the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro, taking place April 13-19 at El Caballero Country Club in Los Angeles.
Deng, 16, the top-ranked junior golfer in the AJGA girls rankings and No. 12 in the Women’s World Amateur Golf Rankings, is the 2025 AJGA Girls Player of the Year and the 2025 U.S. Girls Junior champion. She is a three-time Junior All-American (2023-25) and was the low amateur at the 2025 CPKC Women’s Open (T-20) in her LPGA Tour tournament debut. The Canadian native and Short Hills, N.J. resident finished T4 at last week’s Junior Invitational at Sage Valley. She will also compete for the first time in the Augusta National Women’s Amateur in April.
“I am very excited to play against the best in the world on the LPGA Tour at the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro,” said Deng, winner of three AJGA events in 2025. “I can’t wait to test my skills against the best in the game and play alongside so many players I have grown up watching.”
Talley, 17, will make her second consecutive appearance at the JM Eagle LA Championship as a sponsor invitation. The 2nd ranked junior golfer in the AJGA girls rankings and No. 11 in the Women’s World Amateur Golf Rankings, Talley captured the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley title by three shots at 8-under par on Saturday, becoming the first repeat winner in the girls division of the championship. The Chowchilla resident and honorary member at El Caballero Country Club is a part of the 2026 United States Junior National Team, a four-time Junior All-American (2022-25) and the 2025 runner-up at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur.
“I’m thrilled to be able to tee it up once again at the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro at El Cab in front of family and friends,” said Talley. “Playing in my home state of California last year at this event was so special and I learned so much. I’m looking forward to giving it my all in April.”
Deng and Talley will join an elite international field of 144 players that includes defending champion Ingrid Lindblad, two-time champion and World No. 7 Hannah Green, major champions and several players with Los Angeles connections, including Allisen Corpuz (Los Angeles, USC), Andrea Lee (Hermosa Beach), Alison Lee (Los Angeles, UCLA), Gabriela Ruffels (Los Angeles, USC), Ryann O’Toole (San Clemente, UCLA), Lilia Vu (Fountain Valley, UCLA) and Rose Zhang (Irvine). They will be competing for a share of the $3.75 million purse, one of the largest prize funds on the LPGA Tour schedule outside of major championships.
“Supporting and inspiring the next generation of players is central to our mission of growing women’s golf, and both Aphrodite and Asterisk represent the bright future of the sport,” said Walter and Shirley Wang, CEOs of JM Eagle and Plastpro. “We are proud to provide a platform for emerging stars and look forward to seeing them compete in our world-class field this April.”
“Aphrodite and Asterisk have been playing phenomenal junior and amateur golf, and we are excited to welcome them to El Caballero Country Club and the 2026 JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro,” said Megan Herrera, JM Eagle LA Championship tournament director. “These sponsor invitations reinforce the commitments from the tournament and Walter and Shirley Wang in shining a spotlight on the future stars of the LPGA Tour.”
Tournament officials will be announcing additional field commitments, tournament enhancements and the final sponsor exemption leading up to the championship in the coming weeks. For a complete list of tournament entries, click HERE.
JM Eagle Rebuilding Five Homes of Los Angeles Firefighters in 2026
Following the LA fires in 2025, JM Eagle donated a total of $6.5 million to support wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles to multiple organizations, including the Los Angeles Firemen’s Relief Association, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, the California Fire Foundation and the Los Angeles Police Foundation to support Los Angeles firefighters and first responders with necessary gear and equipment and towards rebuilding communities affected by the fires.
JM Eagle is continuing to be a leader in the greater Los Angeles community in the LA wildfire rebuilding efforts. In 2026, JM Eagle donated a total of $1 million to rebuild five homes of Los Angeles firefighters and their families in Altadena, Calif. From supporting wildfire relief to uplifting the greater Los Angeles community, the Wangs align the tournament with a greater purpose.
Entire Field of 144 Players to Receive Complimentary Lodging Accommodations Courtesy of JM Eagle and Plastpro
For a third consecutive year, the entire tournament field of 144 players competing in the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro will receive complimentary lodging accommodations throughout tournament week, courtesy of Walter and Shirley Wang. Each player will be offered first-class hotel accommodation along with complimentary VIP shuttle service to El Caballero Country Club throughout tournament week.
JM Eagle to Provide Complimentary Admission to Those Affected by the Eaton and Palisades Fires
Compliments of JM Eagle, those affected by the Eaton and Palisades Fires will receive complimentary grounds tickets during tournament competition rounds Thursday-Sunday, April 16-19 (up to four tickets per family). Tickets can be reserved in advance at www.JMEagleLAChampionship.com/tickets or onsite at the admissions gate at El Caballero Country Club during tournament week. Proper identification and proof of zip code will be required at the admission gate.
First Responders, Military and Their Families to Receive Complimentary Admission Courtesy of SERVPRO
All First Responders (fire, police and emergency medical technicians), as well as all members of the military (active, reserve, retired and veterans) and their families (up to 4 tickets) will receive complimentary admission to the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro, courtesy of SERVPRO. All military and first responders also will have access to the SERVPRO Hero Outpost, an exclusive hospitality area overlooking the 10th green at El Caballero Country Club. Complimentary tickets for competition rounds (April 16-19) can be reserved online at www.jmeaglelachampionship.com/ticketsor on-site at the admissions gate. Proper identification will be required for complimentary tickets as well as admission to the SERVPRO Hero Outpost.
Children under 18 to receive complimentary admission
Through the support of Walter and Shirley Wang, the tournament will continue to offer complimentary grounds passes to children under the age of 18 with a paid adult. Children under 18 and junior golfers will be invited to Junior Golf Day, taking place Saturday, April 18 on-site at El Caballero Country Club. As part of Junior Golf Day will be the Junior Golf Show, featuring a demonstration, clinic and a Q&A from an LPGA Tour professional on her experiences as a professional athlete on the LPGA Tour. Additional Junior Golf Day initiatives to be announced in the coming weeks leading up to the championship.
JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro
Celebrating its fourth year in 2026, the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro returns to El Caballero Country Club while Wilshire Country Club, the tournament’s previous host, continues its multi-million-dollar renovation, for which JM Eagle has donated irrigation, drainage and water pipes. It is anticipated to return as host in future years after the comprehensive upgrade is completed.
The host of the 75th U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship in 2024, El Caballero is also a three-time LPGA Tour host (2002-2004), won by Hall-of-Famers Seri Pak and Annika Sorenstam
Ingrid Lindblad captured her first LPGA Tour win in just her third start as an LPGA Tour professional at the 2025 JM Eagle LA Championship. Major Champion Hannah Green captured the event in 2023 and 2024 at Wilshire Country Club.
JM Eagle is the world’s leading manufacturer of plastic pipes, offering the most comprehensive selection of high-performance, eco-friendly PVC, PE and ABS pipes across a variety of applications. From drinking water, electrical conduit, natural gas, irrigation, agriculture, plumbing and sewage, JM Eagle combines advanced technology with superior customer service to ensure product excellence. Walter Wang is the Chairman and CEO of JM Eagle.
Plastpro, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fiberglass doors and entry systems for residential and commercial properties, providing reliable, energy-efficient and aesthetically pleasing doors and frames that are maintenance free with a lifetime warranty. Shirley Wang is the founder and CEO of Plastpro.
Based in Los Angeles, Walter and Shirley Wang are heavily involved in philanthropic initiatives across the world through their companies and the Walter and Shirley Wang Foundation.
The JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro is owned and operated by Outlyr, a global event management, sponsorship consulting and activation agency that oversees a number of tournaments across golf’s professional tours.
For more information on the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro, visit www.JMEagleLAChampionship.com. Follow the tournament on X, Instagram and Facebook @JMEagleLAChamp.
About JM Eagle
JM Eagle, founded in 1982, is the world’s leading plastic pipe manufacturer with 17 plants across 15 states, two distribution centers and its own trucking company for seamless delivery. As a one-stop shop driven by a diverse workforce of over 1,200 employees across the United States, JM Eagle combines advanced technology with superior service to create the industry’s most innovative and diverse piping products. They ensure all customers receive the finest products swiftly and dependably while supporting American jobs and the economy. As a family-owned company, they have an unwavering dedication to supply high quality, sustainable solutions and build a modern, American made infrastructure. JM Eagle ships its full range of products to international destinations worldwide. For more information, visit www.jmeagle.com.
About Plastpro
Founded in 1994 by businesswoman Shirley Wang, Plastpro is one of the few family-owned, female-led manufacturers in the world. With its 1+ million square-foot plant in Ashtabula, Ohio, Plastpro is the world’s first fully automated fiberglass door manufacturer, offering the beauty of wood with the strength of steel to modernize the door industry. Plastpro has always believed in providing a superior product with the best value, technology, and commitment to our customers. We introduced the first fiberglass door with composite stiles and rails, pioneered the HydroShield technology, and brought composite Polyfiber (PF) Frames to the market. To learn more about Plastpro Inc., please visit https://www.plastproinc.com/.
About Outlyr
Outlyr is a global event management, sponsorship consulting and activation agency that specializes in the development and execution of engaging events and experiences. Outlyr believes in the power of relationships – driving connectivity through sports and culture – to create strategic marketing platforms and high-quality activations, enhancing affinity for its clients and brands. Outlyr manages a number of professional golf tournaments, sporting, hospitality and lifestyle events, as well as the sponsorship portfolio for several blue-chip clients. For additional information on Outlyr, visit www.Outlyr.com.
About El Caballero Country Club
El Caballero Country Club is a private member-owned club in Tarzana offering members and their guests a world-class golf and country club experience – with exceptional and personalized service, superb dining and social opportunities, and extensive recreational options. Founded in 1957 on the principle of non-discrimination, a novel concept for that era, El Cab instead evaluates prospective members on their reputation, community service, and philanthropy, building a congenial and welcoming community.
El Cab’s 18-hole championship golf course was originally designed by William Johnson. Robert Trent Jones Sr. redesigned the course in 1963 and, in 2021, his son Rees Jones completed a restoration to improve playability and sustainability. The resulting drastic 33% water usage reduction earned El Cab the Metropolitan Water District’s Leadership in Conservation award and aligns with El Cab’s compassionate core values and demonstrates the commitment to being a good environmental steward of a limited natural resource.
About the LPGA
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is the world’s premier women’s professional golf organization. Created in 1950 by 13 pioneering female Founders, the LPGA, whose Members now represent nearly 40 countries, is the longest-standing professional women’s sports organization. Through the LPGA Tour, the Epson Tour, the LPGA Professionals, and a joint venture with the Ladies European Tour, the LPGA provides female professionals the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the game of golf at the highest level. In addition to its professional tours and teaching accreditation programs, the LPGA features a fully integrated Foundation, which provides best-in-class programming for female golfers through its junior golf programming, LPGA*USGA Girls Golf, and its LPGA Amateurs division, which offers its members playing and learning opportunities around the world. The LPGA aims to use its unique platform to inspire, transform and advance opportunities for girls and women, on and off the golf course.
Follow the LPGA online at www.LPGA.com and download its mobile apps on Apple or Google Play. Join the social conversation on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram and YouTube.
About the LPGA Tour
The LPGA Tour is the world’s leading competitive destination for the best female professional golfers in the world. The Tour hosts 33 annual events across 13 countries for over 200 athletes, awarding total prize funds exceeding $132 million and reaching television audiences in more than 170 countries.
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