Fairway Scholarships
Fairway Scholarships helps golfers gain exposure to US college programs.Founded by a former D1 college golfer and England National Team player, we provide guidance, profile development, and direct connections to coaches.Currently recruiting golfers (Class of 2026-2029)
About me
I’m George Saunders, a former NCAA Division 1 golfer and England National Team player.I spent five years in the United States competing at Junior College and Division 1 level, including Midland College, the University of Tennessee (SEC), and Virginia Commonwealth University (A10), where I graduated with a degree in Communications.My experience gave me a full understanding of what it takes to earn a US college golf scholarship—not just as a player, but as a student-athlete living it day to day.I created Fairway Scholarships to help junior golfers access the same opportunities, and to guide them through the recruitment process with real experience and honest support.
US College Golf
The NCAA is the highest level of college sport in the United States, where student-athletes compete while studying for a university degree.It is the main pathway for junior golfers aiming to combine elite competition with higher education in the US.There are multiple divisions and playing levels within US college golf, meaning opportunities exist for a wide range of junior golfers—not just the very top-ranked players.
Player Review
Every application is reviewed individually to assess a player’s potential pathway into US college golf.We look at playing ability, tournament experience, and overall suitability for the US college golf system before advising on next steps.
How it works
1. Apply Online
The main way to apply is through our online application form. This allows us to review each player properly and assess their suitability for the US college golf pathway.To apply, players are asked to submit:* Basic personal and golf information
* Handicap and playing background
* Tournament experience
* A swing or playing video (YouTube or link)
* Contact detailsOnce submitted, every application is individually reviewed as part of our player evaluation process.2. Player Review
Every application is reviewed individually to assess a player’s suitability and potential pathway into US college golf.The review is based on a combination of performance, experience, and long-term potential rather than a single factor.We typically assess:* Current scoring ability and handicap level
* Tournament experience and competitive record
* Strength of schedule and level of events played
* Technical ability and on-course performance (video review)
* Physical potential, athletic profile, and coachability
* Academic commitment and attitude towards developmentWe are not just looking at where a player is right now, but where they could realistically develop within the US college golf system.Following review, players are either:* Identified as a strong fit for the US college golf pathway
* Or advised on what level of development is needed before recruitment is realisticIf a player is suitable, we then look at the most appropriate level of college golf and potential programmes based on their profile.3. Pathway Guidance
Once a player joins Fairway Scholarships, we provide tailored guidance based on their current level and goals within US college golf.What we help with:* Identifying realistic US college golf levels (NCAA, NAIA, JUCO)
* Assessing where a player currently fits within the system
* Advising what is needed to improve their recruitment chances
* Guidance on tournaments and development priorities
* Support in building a strong player profile for coachesOur approachEvery player is different, so guidance is personalised. We focus on realistic opportunities based on ability, experience, and potential—not assumptions.We do not guarantee outcomes, but help players understand and improve their pathway into US college golf.GoalTo give players and families a clear, honest understanding of where they stand and how to progress toward US college golf opportunities.4. Coach Exposure Support
Where appropriate, we help players gain exposure to US college golf coaches as part of their recruitment pathway.This is based on player level, suitability, and realistic opportunities within the college golf system.What this includes:* Creating a structured player profile for coaches
* Highlighting key performance and tournament results
* Sharing swing or playing video where appropriate
* Identifying suitable US college programmes based on level
* Supporting communication with coaches during recruitmentOur approachWe focus on quality and fit rather than sending players blindly to coaches. Every recommendation is based on realistic level and recruitment potential.GoalTo position players correctly within the US college golf system and give them the best possible chance of being seen by the right programmes.
Why Trust Fairway Scholarships
Fairway Scholarships is built on real first-hand experience of the US college golf system, not theory or second-hand advice. I have represented my country at junior level and have personally gone through every stage of the pathway in the United States. I played junior college golf at Midland College, which was ranked number one in the country during my time there, before transferring to the SEC to compete at NCAA Division I level for the University of Tennessee, where I played against some of the best college golfers in the world. I later transferred to Virginia Commonwealth University, where I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Communications while still competing at Division I level. I am now continuing to compete at an elite amateur level in Europe, which keeps me directly connected to high-performance golf. What makes this different from most agencies is that I have experienced every stage of the pathway — junior college, top Division I programmes, and life as a student-athlete — so I understand exactly what coaches are looking for, how recruitment really works, and what it takes to succeed once you arrive in the US system.