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Hint: it's not the greens.We all know that playing golf costs money. We’re reminded of this fact every time we pay, yes, the green fee. Given the amount of work that goes into creating pristine ...
Are you an average golfer? And what would it mean if you were? After all, this is golf, a sport of such random, unforeseen outcomes it tends to mock the notion that anything hews to an average – or ...
The U.S. National Development Program Grant is designed to mitigate barriers of cost to promising junior golfers who demonstrate both financial need and the potential to progress through the U.S.
Tiger Woods received the 2024 Bob Jones Award, the highest honor bestowed by the USGA and given to an individual who embodies the spirit and sportsmanship of Jones.
The USGA has announced the eight boys and 10 girls that will comprise the first U.S. National Junior Team.
The USGA's new Rules of Golf will go into effect on January 1, 2023. Explore additional resources on these changes here.
In a groundbreaking move that unites the two leading institutions in the collection and preservation of golf history, the USGA and the World Golf Hall of Fame will open a new state-of-the-art museum ...
The USGA Golf Museum and Library has received a significant donation of memorabilia belonging to Charlie Sifford, the first Black golfer to play on the PGA Tour.
The “Be My Champion” series is part of the U.S. National Development Program and is a resource for parents, coaches and supporters of young golfers. Vision 54 co-founders Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott ...
Sand Valley Resort, in Nekoosa, Wis., has been selected by the USGA to host four future amateur championships, starting with the 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur.
The Golf Ball and Distance: Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat did you announce today and why is it so important? We’re updating the speeds used to test golf balls for the first time in 20 years. The game ...
World Handicap System resources dedicated to the 2024 revision.