Some of the best young golfers in the nation are heading to the holes at Marshallia Ranch golf course June 30 through July 3. The 54-stroke event is the seventh of nine events in the American Junior Golf Association's 2008 Junior All-Star Series, a collection of tournaments designed for boys and girls ages 12 to 15. In 2007, Alison Lee of Valencia and Santa Maria native Macgregor Hoobery took home top honors.

Practice rounds start June 30, and tournament play begins July 1. The final round will be held July 3. Spectators are welcome, and admission is free. For more information, visit www.ajga.org.

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