USA Idaho

(December 15, 2026) The Team Idaho Committee today announced the four boys and four girls who were named to the 2026 Team Idaho roster as part of the USGA’s U.S. National Development Program (USNDP).

“We are excited to welcome these athletes to the inaugural Team Idaho. To be able to recognize the hard work and dedication that these juniors put in their game is one of the many ways the IGA is dedicated to helping grow the game in Idaho. Idaho has some great talent in our juniors and we are excited to be a small part of their journeys.” Cecilia Baney, IGA Director of Junior Golf

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The roster was selected by the Team Idaho committee based on players’ performances throughout the 2025 season. The Team Idaho committee includes representatives from Idaho Golf Association, Rocky Mountain PGA Section, and Washington Golf Association.

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Team Idaho is one of 30 states in the USNDP’s State Junior Team program – designed to expand, strengthen and diversify the American junior golf pipeline. The USGA announced 14 new states to the program in October of 2025, with goals to expand to all 50 states by 2033.

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2026 Team Idaho – Boys Roster

Justin Anderson

Idaho Falls, ID | 2027

 

Aidan Szentanai

Boise, ID | 2027

 

Trey Lambert

Coeur D’Alene, ID | 2027

 

Andy Metzler

Boise, ID | 2029

 

2026 Team Idaho – Girls Roster

Gracee Payne

Twin Falls, ID | 2026

 

Cara Carter

Eagle, ID | 2026

 

Danika Humphries

Twin Falls, ID | 2027

 

Ella Wilson

Hayden, ID | 2028

 

Team Idaho will be headed by Coach Joe Panzeri of Boise, ID. Panzeri comes with an extensive golf background. Playing golf collegiately at Washington and San Diego before turning professional in 2010. Panzeri has played in events on the Korn Ferry Tour, PGA Tour and PGA Tour Canada.

Most recently Panzeri joined the Boise State Men’s Golf coaching staff, where he assisted with the program for four seasons (2021-2025).

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“To have someone with Joe’s experience and talents to take the lead in coaching our juniors is beyond exciting. With Joe at the head, our juniors will be able to get great knowledge into what it takes to reach the highest levels of golf. I couldn’t be prouder of the team that we have here in Idaho!” says Cecilia Baney, IGA Director of Junior Golf.

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All athletes named to a state team will receive at least two days of in-person athlete development per year, access to webinars led by the USNDP’s coaching and athlete development team, consideration for USNDP sponsored tournament exemptions and a streamlined grant application process for families demonstrating financial need, among other benefits.

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Announced in 2023, the USNDP is designed to ensure that American golf is the global leader in the game by focusing on six key pillars: talent identification, access to competition, national teams, athlete resources, player development and relations, and financial support.

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The State Junior Team Program focuses on creating a developmentally appropriate, aspirational pathway for athletes within each state to compete at higher levels of the game. The U.S. National Development Program is supported by philanthropic giving and secured resources to fulfill the USGA’s commitment to providing pathways to elite levels of the game, regardless of financial situations.

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To be eligible, a player must be a U.S. citizen, cannot be enrolled in college, must be 13 years old by Jan. 1 and not reach his/her 19th birthday by July 19 of the year in which they would compete on a State Junior Team.

 

About the Idaho Golf Association

The Idaho Golf Association (IGA) is a 501 (c)(7) non-profit organization founded in 1969 with the goal of being an all encompassing umbrella organization for amateur golf in Idaho. The mission of the IGA is to promote the best interest of amateur golf, by providing playing opportunities for members, education, and protecting the spirit of the game. The IGA is comprised of approximately 17,000 members and approximately 75 member clubs.

 

The IGA is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of fourteen men and women who serve three-year terms. Operations are administered by seven full-time employees and USGA P.J. Boatwright Interns. Eighteen state championships and various USGA qualifiers are conducted each year in addition to over 35 events on the Idaho Junior Tour.

 

About The USNDP

The mission of the U.S. National Development Program is to foster future generations of American golf talent. The USNDP provides a pathway to success in golf by delivering competitive opportunities, support, and training that develops American golf talent and mitigates financial burdens. With our key strategic partners, host venues, and champions, we provide education, experiences, and mentorship that help athletes achieve success at each level. We are committed to fostering a positive and healthy pathway for American golfers to follow their dreams and reach the pinnacle of the sport. For more info, visit usga.org.