Where the Next Gen Takes Shape

Annika Tour

In just one year, the Colorado Championship has gone from new arrival to must-watch.

Now, as it enters its second edition at Todd Creek Golf Club, the 2026 Colorado Championship is building serious momentum—drawing talent from across the country and around the world while establishing itself as one of the most compelling stops on the ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour. And that momentum begins with the name behind it.

Annika Sörenstam isn’t simply attached to the tour—she’s shaping its future. Through her partnership with the ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour, the mission is clear: create a direct, meaningful pathway for the next generation of professionals to reach the LPGA. It’s about more than competition. It’s about development, visibility, and opportunity—on and off the course.

That vision is already taking hold in Colorado.

The Colorado Championship brings together roughly 130 professional players from around the globe, blending rising stars, recent collegiate standouts, and international talent into a deeply competitive field. For many, this event represents a critical step in their journey—a place to gain status, earn exemptions, and prove they belong at the next level.

In 2026, the championship takes another leap forward with Colorado AvidGolfer stepping in as presenting sponsor—further elevating the event’s platform and reinforcing its connection to the state’s golf community. It’s a natural alignment: a tournament built on growth and visibility paired with a media brand dedicated to telling the stories shaping the game across Colorado and beyond.

The result is a bigger stage—and more eyes on what’s unfolding. Because this isn’t just another tournament. It’s a launchpad.

Much like the Colorado Women’s Open, the Colorado Championship sits at the intersection of competition and visibility. Today’s players aren’t just chasing scorecards—they’re building brands. Social media has become an essential tool, allowing athletes to tell their stories, connect with fans, and create opportunities that extend far beyond tournament earnings.

The ANNIKA platform only amplifies that exposure.

Take 2025 champion Jieni Li, now competing on the Epson Tour—the final step before the LPGA. With a global icon like Sörenstam behind the tour, players in Colorado are stepping into something bigger: a circuit with credibility, visibility, and a growing audience. Strong play here doesn’t just move a player up the leaderboard—it can elevate their profile, attract sponsorships, and open doors across the professional landscape.

All of it unfolds at Todd Creek Golf Club, a course that provides the perfect stage. Scenic yet demanding, it tests every part of a player’s game. Firm conditions, fast greens, and Front Range winds demand precision, while the layout rewards those who stay aggressive without losing control. It’s the kind of course where talent is revealed—but composure ultimately wins.

And that’s what makes this week matter.

From local players chasing a breakthrough in front of a home crowd to international competitors looking to establish themselves in the U.S., the Colorado Championship brings together a field defined by ambition. Everyone is chasing something—status, opportunity, validation.

And increasingly, visibility.

The Colorado Championship delivers all of it: a world-class name, a rising stage, and a field full of players on the edge. And somewhere in that field, the next star is already beginning to take shape.