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Mar 4, 2026 Old Barnwell to Host 2031 U.S. Women's Amateur Four-Ball The South Carolina club will host its first USGA championship The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Old Barnwell, in Aiken, S.C., will host the 2031 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship. “We’re thrilled to bring this... Mar 2, 2026 U.S. National Development Program Announces 2026 Elite Amateur Program Roster The USGA has announced the roster for the 2026 Elite Amateur Program, a pillar of the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) that was established in 2023 to create a unified pathway designed to... Mar 2, 2026 2045 U.S. Open Headlines Trio of USGA Events to Inverness Toledo, Ohio, club to welcome the 2033 U.S. Girls’ Junior and 2036 U.S. Women’s Amateur as well as the 145th U.S. Open Inverness Club, in Toledo, Ohio, has been chosen by the USGA as the host site for three future championships, reinforcing the club’s long-standing place in American golf and its continued... Mar 2, 2026 U.S. Amateur Champion’s Medal, U.S. Junior Amateur Trophy to be Named for Woods Nine-Time USGA champion joins esteemed list of influential figures with USGA medal in their names The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced during its Annual Meeting in New York City that the medal presented annually to the U.S. Amateur champion and the trophy awarded to the... Mar 2, 2026 Iconic American Clubs Selected to Host Curtis Cup, Walker Cup Matches The USGA announced today that several of golf’s most storied stages are set to welcome Curtis Cup and Walker Cup Matches. National Golf Links of America will host the 2040 Walker Cup, Cypress... Mar 1, 2026 Kevin Hammer Elected 68th USGA President Dedicated golf leader, son of a PGA professional elected as the 68th president of the United States Golf Association The United States Golf Association announced it has elected Kevin Hammer, of Boynton Beach, Fla., as its 68th president at the Association’s Annual Meeting in New York, N.Y. Hammer will serve a... Feb 26, 2026 Augusta National, Masters Tournament Charities Commit $1.5 Million to USNDP's State Junior Teams The USGA today announced that Augusta National Golf Club and Masters Tournament Charities have committed $1.5 million over three years to support the expansion of the State Junior Team component of the U.S. National Development Program. Feb 25, 2026 Youth Poster Design Contest Launched for 2026 U.S. Women’s Open In its continued effort to engage youth in the game, the USGA today announced the launch of its sixth annual Youth Poster Design Contest for the U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally. Multiple... Feb 25, 2026 Youth Poster Design Contest Launched for 46th U.S. Senior Open In its continued effort to engage youth in the game, the USGA announced today the launch of its second Youth Poster Design Contest for the U.S. Senior Open Championship. Multiple winners will be... Feb 23, 2026 USGA’s Greenkeeper Apprentice Program Enters Fourth Year, Building Momentum for the Next Generation of Golf Course Maintenance Professionals Students Nationwide from Diverse Backgrounds Join This Year’s Cohort for Hands-On Experience LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 23, 2026) – The United States Golf Association announced today the 2026 Greenkeeper Apprenticeship Program (GAP) class, marking the fourth year of the program. The 35... Feb 18, 2026 Entries Open for 126th U.S. Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club Applications available Feb. 18 through April 8 The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that online entry applications are now available for the 126th U.S. Open Championship, to be played from June 18-21 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y. Feb 11, 2026 Qualifying Sites Announced for 81st U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally 36-hole qualifying set at 26 sites from April 20 to May 13 The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the qualifying sites for the 81st U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by Ally, which will be held June 4-7 at The Riviera Country... Feb 9, 2026 USGA Announces Qualifying Sites for 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club Local qualifying will be conducted in April and May; final qualifying to be held May 18, 25 & June 8 Jan 20, 2026 Golf Participation Boomed in 2025; More Than 82 Million Rounds Posted Domestically 2025 Golf Scorecard highlights record participation, introduces America’s Golfiest State The USGA today unveiled the 2025 Golf Scorecard, an annual data report that uses information from scores posted under the World Handicap System™ (WHS™) to highlight golf participation trends.... Jan 13, 2026 SentryWorld to Host 2028 U.S. Senior Women's Open, 2034 U.S. Senior Open SentryWorld, and its world-famous Flower Hole, has been chosen to host two senior USGA championships in 2028 and 2034 SentryWorld has been chosen to host two senior USGA championships in 2028 and 2034. Jan 12, 2026 2 USNDP Members Post Top-10 Finishes in Argentina Emerie Schartz, of Wichita, Kan., and Jude Lee, of Walnut, Calif., posted top-10 finishes at the 2026 South American Amateur Open that concluded on Sunday in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Emerie Schartz, of Wichita, Kan., and Jude Lee, of Walnut, Calif., posted top-10 finishes at the 2026 South American Amateur Open that concluded on Sunday in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Jan 8, 2026 USGA Honors Individuals Who Have Shaped Golf Through Service, Innovation and Literature 2026 Joe Dey, Green Section and Herbert Warren Wind Award recipients to be honored at USGA Annual Meeting LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Jan. 8, 2026) – The USGA today announced the recipients of its Annual Awards, honoring three individuals for their significant contributions for the good of the game in the... Jan 8, 2026 4 USNDP Members Competing in South American Amateur Open Four members of the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) have traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina, to compete in this week’s 20th South American Amateur Open. Four members of the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) have traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina, to compete in this week’s 20th South American Amateur Open. The competition runs Thursday through Sunday. Dec 18, 2025 USGA Celebrates a Milestone Year Advancing the Game “For the Good of the Game” LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Dec. 18, 2025) – As the USGA celebrates the 50th anniversary of its Members Program today, the organization is marking a year of significant progress toward its mission to... Dec 17, 2025 USGA Announces 2026 U.S. National Junior Team Third roster marks the program’s largest class to date, with 24 athletes representing the nation’s top juniors The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the roster for the 2026 U.S. National Junior Team, a pillar of the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) that was established in 2023 to create a unified pathway designed to nurture the potential of America’s top players. Dec 9, 2025 Ellen Port’s Distinguished Career and Contributions Celebrated by USGA with 2026 Bob Jones Award The USGA will present its highest honor, the Bob Jones Award, to Ellen Port in 2026 in recognition of her exemplary sportsmanship, character and lifelong contributions to the game as one of the... Dec 2, 2025 Blessings Golf Club Awarded 2028 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship The Arkansas club to host its first USGA championship The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Blessings Golf Club, in Johnson, Ark., will host the 2028 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship. It will be the first USGA championship held at the club, and the third contested in the state. Nov 25, 2025 12 Players Invited to USA Curtis Cup Practice Session at Bel-Air Country Club World No. 1 Kiara Romero among players set to attend The USGA Teams Selection Committee has invited 12 players to attend a practice session Jan. 16-18 for the 2026 Curtis Cup Match. The three days of practice will be held in Los Angeles, Calif., at Bel-Air Country Club, the site of the 2026 Curtis Cup Match. Nov 24, 2025 USGA Awards First Tee IDEA Grants to Chapters Nationwide In the program’s fifth year, over $1 million in IDEA Grants have been distributed LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 24, 2025) – To ensure golf and its inherent values continue to inspire future generations, the USGA has directed its latest IDEA... Nov 18, 2025 Kevin Hammer Nominated as USGA President The election of Executive Committee members will take place at the USGA Annual Meeting on February 28. Brenda Corrie Kuehn and Suzy Whaley have also been nominated to serve on the USGA Executive Committee. Kevin Hammer has been nominated to serve as the USGA's 68th president, with Brenda Corrie Kuehn and Suzy Whaley joining the USGA's Executive Committee. Nov 4, 2025 Metedeconk National G.C. Awarded 2029 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball The 2029 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball will be the first USGA championship contested at Metedeconk National G.C. Metedeconk National Golf Club, in Jackson Township, N.J., has been chosen by the USGA as the host site for the 2029 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship. It will be the first USGA championship contested at the club. Oct 30, 2025 18 Players Invited to USA Walker Cup Practice Session World No. 1 Jackson Koivun among seven players from 2025 team set to attend The USGA Team Selection Committee has invited 18 players to attend a practice session Dec. 18-20 for the 2026 Walker Cup Match. The three days of practice will be held in Jupiter, Fla., at Seminole Golf Club, Jupiter Hills Club and McArthur Golf Club. Oct 28, 2025 GOLFZON to Become Official Indoor Golf Simulator of the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally National partnership will debut during the USGA’s 2026 championship season GOLFZON, the global market leader in golf simulator technology, and the USGA today announced a multi-year partnership, making GOLFZON the Official Indoor Golf Simulator of two of golf’s most notable championships, the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally. Oct 15, 2025 Country Club of York to Host 2029 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur, 2035 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball They will be the second and third USGA championships hosted at the Pennsylvania club The Country Club of York, in York, Pa., has been chosen by the USGA as the host site for the 2029 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur and the 2035 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championships. Oct 14, 2025 Eugene Country Club Awarded 2029 U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship The Oregon club to host its sixth USGA championship The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Eugene (Ore.) Country Club will host the 2029 U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship. It will be the sixth USGA championship held at the club and the first since 2018. Oct 13, 2025 Colorado Golf Club to host 2030 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship Denver-area club will host second USGA championship LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Oct. 13, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced Colorado Golf Club, in Parker, Colo., as the host site for the 2030 U.S. Junior Amateur... Oct 9, 2025 USGA Announces 14 New State Junior Team Programs Under U.S. National Development Program Umbrella Existing teams will announce 2026 rosters by the end of the year The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the launch of the State Junior Team Program in 14 states that will support the pipeline for elite junior golfers ages 13-18 into the U.S. National Development Program (USNDP). Oct 7, 2025 Exmoor Country Club Awarded 2033 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur The Illinois club to host its third USGA championship The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Exmoor Country Club, in Highland Park, Ill., will host the 2033 edition of the championship. It will be the third USGA championship held at the club, but the first since 1965. Sep 29, 2025 USNDP Grant Recipient Kailer Stone Excelling On and Off the Course Kailer Stone enjoyed a breakout event at the 77th U.S. Junior Amateur in Texas, advancing to the Round of 32 Kailer Stone, 17, of Alameda Calif., is a two-year U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) Grant Recipient. This annual, reimbursement-based program supports families of competitive junior golfers who show both financial need and outstanding potential to advance through the USNDP Development Pathway. Sep 16, 2025 The Golf Club of Tennessee to host U.S. Mid-Amateur and U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championships Located outside of Nashville, the course will host its second and third USGA championships The USGA announced today that The Golf Club of Tennessee, in Kingston Springs, Tenn., has been selected as the host site for the 2029 U.S. Mid-Amateur and 2034 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championships. Sep 8, 2025 U.S. National Junior Team Impresses with Fourth-Place Finish at Sahalee Players Championship Tyler Watts led a squad of five boys from the U.S. National Junior Team as they competed in their first-ever collegiate event Sep 2, 2025 USGA’s Pathways Launch Program Engages Golf Industry to Advance Next-Generation Careers Leading Golf Organizations Join Forces to Tap Expertise Across Industry LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (September 3, 2025) – The USGA announced a groundbreaking collaboration with eight major golf entities, including the PGA TOUR and Pinehurst Resort, to form Pathways Launch,... Sep 2, 2025 USNJT Members to Compete in Sahalee Players Championship Five members of the U.S. National Junior Team will gain valuable experience playing in a college event this weekend outside Seattle. The U.S. National Junior Team will have the unique opportunity to test its skills against top collegiate programs this weekend at the Sahalee Players Championship, an annual event at Sahalee Country Club that attracts many of the nation’s top men’s golf programs. This year’s competition will be contested Sept. 6-7 just east of downtown Seattle. Aug 9, 2025 U.S. Women’s Amateur Champion’s Medal To Be Named for JoAnne Carner Five-Time Women’s Amateur Champion Carner Becomes Third Golfer in History with USGA Championship Medal in Their Name The USGA announced Saturday, Aug. 9, that the medal presented each year to the U.S. Women's Amateur champion will be renamed, honoring golf legend JoAnne Carner. Jul 29, 2025 Celebrating National Intern Day at the USGA Ahead of National Intern Day on July 31, the USGA is sharing the organization's 2025 investment into the future of golf leadership, shedding light on an emerging workforce that is both highly skilled and uniquely equipped to support the game’s growth. May 21, 2025 USGA Selects 24 Students for Pathways Internship Program at 125th U.S. Open Development program provides opportunity for emerging talent to launch careers in golf through job exposure and leadership training on-site at Oakmont Country Club LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (May 21, 2025) – Reflecting an organizational commitment to identify and develop the next generation of people seeking careers in golf, the USGA has selected 24 students to... May 7, 2025 SeatGeek to Become Official Ticketing Partner of USGA Championships Partnership solidifies SeatGeek’s position as a top ticketing platform for golf’s most prestigious championships and events, including the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open SeatGeek, the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams and venues, and the United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced a multi-year partnership, making SeatGeek the Official Ticketing Provider of some of golf’s most notable championships, including the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally and U.S. Senior Open. Apr 23, 2025 USGA Celebrates 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club with $1 Million Investment into Public Golf, Community and Leadership Programs Oakmont Country Club, Western Pennsylvania Golf Association to team with USGA to Grow the Game LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (April 23, 2025) – With its 125th U.S. Open Championship on the horizon, the USGA has teamed with Oakmont Country Club and the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association to... Apr 15, 2025 Defending Champion Bryson DeChambeau Among Record-Setting Entries Filed for 2025 U.S. Open USGA accepts more than 10,000 entries for the fourth time; All top 50 in World entered at Oakmont LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (April 15, 2025) – Defending champion Bryson DeChambeau, and all the Official World Golf Ranking® top 50, are among the record-setting 10,202 entries that have been accepted by the United States Golf Association (USGA) for the 125th U.S. Open Championship at Oakmont (Pa.) Country Club. Apr 13, 2025 U.S. National Junior Team Shines in International Friendly Against Team Canada While the golf world was locked in on the final round of the 89th Masters Tournament, the next generation of major champions was making their mark at Champions Golf Club in Houston, Texas. There, the U.S. National Junior Team hosted Team Canada – NextGen in a World Amateur Golf Ranking®-sanctioned match, with the USA squad coming out on top, 16-8. Apr 4, 2025 Yuka Saso Among Eight Champions Exempt for U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally USGA accepts second-most entries ahead of 80th edition of the championship at Erin Hills in Wisconsin LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (April 3, 2025) – Eight champions and 24 of the top 25 players in the world are among the 1,904 entries accepted by the United States Golf Association (USGA) for the 80th U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by Ally. The U.S. Women’s Open will be held for the first time at Erin Hills, in Erin, Wis., from May 29-June 1. Apr 3, 2025 U.S. National Junior Team to Host Match Against Canada The U.S. National Junior Team will host members of Team Canada – NextGen for a World Amateur Golf Ranking® -sanctioned match at Champions Golf Club, in Houston, Texas, from April 12-13. Apr 2, 2025 Barton Hills Country Club will be the site of the 2026 U.S. Senior Women’s Open Michigan club will host its first Senior Women’s Open and third USGA championship LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (April 2, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Barton Hills Country Club, in Ann Arbor, Mich., will be the host site for the 8th U.S. Senior Women’s Open Championship, Aug. 20-23, 2026. Mar 20, 2025 USGA Releases Water Conservation Playbook to Golf Industry Free Publication Provides Education and Techniques for Courses to Reduce Water Usage LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (March 20, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) has released its Water Conservation Playbook to the golf industry, a comprehensive effort to provide courses... Mar 19, 2025 Country Club of Charleston to Host 2028 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship Yeamans Hall Club will serve as stroke-play co-host course for 47th playing LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (March 19, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced Country Club of Charleston (S.C.) as the host site for the 47th U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship.... Mar 17, 2025 Sunriver Resort selected to host four USGA Championships Two U.S. Adaptive Opens and two amateur championships set for Oregon property LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (March 17, 2025) – The USGA announced today that Sunriver (Ore.) Resort will serve as the host site for four USGA championships, beginning with the 2027 and 2028 U.S.... Mar 3, 2025 Pine Valley Golf Club to Host 2044 Walker Cup Match Stu Francis, Kendra Graham named WATC captains; Meghan Stasi to lead 2026 USA Curtis Cup team LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (March 3, 2025) – This past weekend at the United States Golf Association’s Annual Meeting, the USGA announced the following championship updates: Pine Valley Golf Club... Mar 2, 2025 Golf Statesman and Course Developer Mike Keiser to Receive USGA’s Bob Jones Award VILLAGE OF PINEHURST, N.C. (March 2, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) will present its highest honor, the Bob Jones Award, to Mike Keiser during U.S. Open Championship week in... Mar 1, 2025 USGA Names Kevin Hammer as President-Elect; Dixon and Gorrie Elected to Executive Committee at 2025 Annual Meeting Perpall Begins Final Year as President; Eaddy Elected to Serve Second Term VILLAGE OF PINEHURST, N.C. (March 1, 2025) - As Fred Perpall embarks on the last year of his three-year term as president of the United States Golf Association (USGA), the organization has... Feb 26, 2025 USGA Awards “The Prairie Raynor” with Herbert Warren Wind Award for Golf Literature Written by John Moran and Rand Jerris, Ph.D., the book celebrates the significance of Seth Raynor’s masterpiece course design at Chicago Golf Club LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (February 26, 2025) – “The Prairie Raynor” by John Moran and Rand Jerris has been selected as the recipient of the USGA’s Herbert Warren Wind Award, recognizing the... Feb 24, 2025 USGA Recognizes David Jacobsen with the 2025 Joe Dey Award for Outstanding Volunteerism in Golf A trailblazer for junior golf, Jacobsen celebrated for service to the game LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (February 24, 2025) – The USGA has named David Jacobsen, of Portland, Ore., as the 2025 recipient of the Joe Dey Award, in recognition of his exemplary service to the game... Feb 24, 2025 USGA Announces Qualifying Sites on Path to 45th U.S. Senior Open at The Broadmoor 2025 championship begins two-stage qualifying model; adopts modified exemption categories photo of The Country Club of Colorado LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 24, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced qualifying sites for the 45th U.S. Senior Open... Feb 24, 2025 Youth Creativity to be on Full Display in U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally Poster Design Contest Winning designs to be showcased on-site at Erin Hills LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 24, 2024) - In its continued effort to engage youth in the game, the USGA announced today the launch of its fifth annual Junior Poster Design Contest for the U.S.... Feb 19, 2025 The Path to Oakmont Country Club Begins Entry applications are available for 125th U.S. Open Championship from Feb. 19 to April 9 LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 19, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that online entry applications are now available for the 125th U.S. Open Championship, to be... Feb 12, 2025 USGA Announces Qualifying Sites for 2025 U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally 23 U.S. and three international qualifiers held on road to Erin Hills; entries open today LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 12, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced qualifying sites for the 80th U.S. Women’s Open Championship Presented by Ally, to be held at... Feb 11, 2025 Qualifying Sites for 4th U.S. Adaptive Open Announced Entries now open; two additional qualifying sites added LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 11, 2025) -- The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the eight qualifying sites for the 4th U.S. Adaptive Open Championship, which will be contested at... Feb 10, 2025 USGA Announces Qualifying Sites for 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club Local qualifying will be conducted in April and May; final qualifying to be held May 19 & June 2 photo of Valencia (Calif.) Country Club's third hole LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 10, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced local and final qualifying sites for the... Feb 5, 2025 Innovative Golf Course Agronomist Rodney Lingle Honored With 2025 USGA Green Section Award LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 5, 2025) – Celebrating a game-changing career in golf course management, the United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced Rodney Lingle, CGCS, as the winner... Feb 5, 2025 USGA Announces Exemption Categories for 2025 U.S. Open Championship New category to create pathway for LIV Golf’s top performers LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 5, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the exemption categories for the 2025 U.S. Open Championship, to be played June 12-15 at Oakmont... Feb 4, 2025 Charles River Country Club to host 2031 U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur The Massachusetts club will host its second USGA championship LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 4, 2025) – Charles River Country Club, in Newton Centre, Mass., has been selected by the United States Golf Association (USGA) as the host site of the 2031 U.S. Senior... Feb 3, 2025 USGA Unveils Innovative Soil Moisture Meter That Integrates with DEACON® Management System Product launch is the latest USGA innovation to promote data-driven decision making; USGA Moisture Meter fully integrates with DEACON technology platform LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 3, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the launch of the USGA Moisture Meter. The easy-to-use tool provides golf course superintendents... Jan 23, 2025 Joe Montana and Secretary Condoleezza Rice Named Honorary Co-Chairs of 125th U.S. Amateur Bay Area icons to support world’s best amateur golfers at The Olympic Club this summer SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (Jan. 23, 2025) – Joe Montana, a first-ballot NFL Hall of Famer, and Condoleezza Rice, 66th U.S. Secretary of State, have been named honorary co-chairs of the 2025 U.S.... Jan 23, 2025 USGA Announces 2025 U.S. National Junior Team and Inaugural U.S. Elite Amateur Program Rosters; 100 Families Awarded Grant Funding Annual U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) grant funding of more than $795,000 dispersed to 100 promising junior golfers LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Jan. 23, 2025) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the 2025 U.S. National Junior Team roster, the first-ever U.S. Elite Amateur Program roster and... Dec 18, 2024 USGA Delivers on Inclusion and Sustainability Efforts in 2024 Junior golfer development, turfgrass innovation and inclusion programs support overall strength of the golf industry LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Dec. 19, 2024) – As 2024 draws to a close, the United States Golf Association (USGA) celebrates advancements made by the USGA Green Section and U.S. National Development... Dec 17, 2024 USGA Unveils Inaugural Golf Scorecard: A 2024 Snapshot of the Recreational Game Reimagined GHIN Rewind offers golfers personalized recap of their game, complete with highs & lows from 2024 LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. - December 17, 2024 – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today released its 2024 Golf Scorecard, the organization’s first data report that highlights domestic... Dec 16, 2024 U.S. Senior Amateur Site Relocated Due to Hurricane Impact, Oak Hills Country Club Steps Forward to Host in 2025 Originally set to host in 2028, San Antonio-based club assists with USGA championship displaced from North Carolina LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Dec. 16, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that the 70th U.S. Senior Amateur Championship, originally slated to be contested at Biltmore... Dec 6, 2024 USGA Releases 2024 U.S. Open Economic Impact following Golf House Pinehurst Opening VILLAGE OF PINEHURST, N.C. (Dec. 6, 2024) - The USGA reports that the 2024 U.S. Open Championship delivered $242.5 million in economic impact to the state of North Carolina, capping an... Dec 4, 2024 USGA Announces New Competitive Fairness Gender Policy LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Dec. 4, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) has introduced a new Competitive Fairness Gender Policy, set to take effect for the 2025 championship season. The... Nov 25, 2024 2025 USGA Executive Committee Nominations Announced Fred Perpall to serve final year as USGA president; Kevin Hammer nominated as president-elect Dianne Dixon and Jim Gorrie nominated to join committee LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Nov. 25, 2024) – The USGA Nominating Committee has released its 2025 Executive Committee slate, which is again led by Fred Perpall of Dallas, Texas, who will be serving his... Nov 4, 2024 World No. 1 Clanton Among 16 Invited to USA Walker Cup Practice Session Nathan Smith retained as captain for 2026 Match at Lahinch Golf Club LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Nov. 4, 2024) – The USGA’s International Team Selection (ITS) Working Group has invited 16 players to attend a practice session Dec. 14-16 for the 2025 Walker Cup Match.... Oct 22, 2024 Charlotte Country Club will be the site of the 2028 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur and 2033 U.S. Senior Open North Carolina club will host its fifth and sixth USGA championships LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Oct. 22, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Charlotte (N.C.) Country Club will be the host site for the 2028 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur... Oct 16, 2024 USGA Announces Expansion of State Junior Team Program An additional nine teams will launch next year; the original seven teams announced earlier this year will each release rosters by December LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Oct. 16, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced the expansion of the State Junior Team Program that will support the pipeline for elite junior... Oct 15, 2024 USGA Awards 2024 IDEA Grants to Local Youth Golf & Character-Building Programs 100 grants awarded to First Tee chapters since program’s inception, helping to strengthen the game LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. & PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLA. (OCTOBER 15, 2024) – Reflecting a continued commitment to ensure the game of golf empowers the next generation, the United States Golf Association... Oct 7, 2024 Farmington Country Club to host 2027 U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Historic Virginia course selected for second USGA championship LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Oct. 7, 2024) – The USGA announced today that Farmington Country Club, in Charlottesville, Va., has been selected as the host site for the 2027 U.S. Women’s Amateur... Oct 3, 2024 Quaker Ridge to Host 2038 U.S. Senior Amateur Championship LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Oct. 3, 2024) – The United States Golf Association announced today that Quaker Ridge Golf Club, in Scarsdale, N.Y., will serve as the host site for the 2038 U.S. Senior... Sep 24, 2024 Erin Hills to Host Five USGA Amateur Championships From 2027 to 2039 LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., (Sept. 24, 2024) - The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that Erin Hills, in Erin, Wis., one of America's premier daily-fee golf courses, has been... Aug 21, 2024 Clanton Awarded McCormack Medal for Being Top Male Amateur LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., and ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (Aug. 21, 2024) – Luke Clanton, 20, of Hialeah, Fla., has won the Mark H. McCormack Medal as the leading male in the 2024 World Amateur Golf Ranking® Aug 19, 2024 Free 30-Day Trial Demonstrates How USGA GHIN App Elevates the Golf Experience The United States Golf Association (USGA) has expanded access to its Golf Handicap Information Network® (GHIN) mobile app presented by Sentry with the introduction of a 30-day free trial for... Aug 14, 2024 Lottie Woad Awarded Mark H. McCormack Medal as World's Leading Female Amateur Golfer LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., and ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (Aug. 14, 2024) – Lottie Woad has won the Mark H. McCormack Medal as the leading woman in the 2024 World Amateur Golf Ranking® / WAGR®. Woad is... Aug 13, 2024 Whistling Straits selected to host three USGA Championships Famed Wisconsin course to continue tradition of hosting historic golf events through amateur championships LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Aug. 13, 2024) -- Whistling Straits, in Kohler, Wis., has been chosen by the USGA as the host site for three future USGA championships, beginning with the 2028 U.S. Amateur.... Aug 12, 2024 USA Team Finalized for 43rd Curtis Cup Match at Sunningdale LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Aug. 12, 2024) - The USGA has finalized the eight players who will represent the USA in the 2024 Curtis Cup Match that will be held Aug. 30-Sept. 1 at Sunningdale Golf Club... Aug 7, 2024 USGA Invests in Shaping Future Golf Industry Leaders with Record Number of Internships Interns placed in communities nationwide reinforce organizational commitment to expanding career pipeline in golf LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (August 6, 2024) – Recognizing a growing interest in golf-related careers, the USGA is helping funnel emerging talent to a broad range of job opportunities that exist in the... Jul 11, 2024 First Three Players Named to 2024 USA Curtis Cup Team All will compete for first time after earning places as top Americans in WAGR® LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (July 11, 2024) - The top three Americans in the Women’s World Amateur Golf Ranking®/WAGR® as of July 10 have earned places on the 2024 USA Curtis Cup Team. They are: Zoe... Jun 26, 2024 Field Set for 3rd U.S. Adaptive Open at Sand Creek Station 11 countries and 32 states will be represented in Newton, Kansas, with an age range from 15 to 78 LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (June 26, 2024) – The field for the 3rd U.S. Adaptive Open – a national championship that showcases the world’s best golfers with disabilities at Sand Creek Station in... Jun 20, 2024 Chambers Bay to host 2028 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship returns to the Evergreen State; first time the event will play at a repeat venue LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (June 20, 2024) – Chambers Bay, in University Place, Wash., has been selected by the USGA as the host site for the 2028 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship. This will be the... Jun 10, 2024 U.S. Open Media Advisory: Meet the 2024 USGA Pathways Interns PINEHURST, N.C. (JUNE 9, 2024) – Among the 24 students participating in this year’s USGA Pathways Internship Program at the U.S. Open Championship, there are: Twenty-four undergraduate and... Jun 4, 2024 USGA Opens Career Opportunities Through 2024 Pathways Internship at Pinehurst Twenty-four interns selected for third edition of U.S. Open experience PINEHURST, N.C. (JUNE 4, 2024) – Reflecting an organizational commitment to advance more equitable and accessible opportunities for individuals interested in working in golf, the United States... May 20, 2024 USGA Announces 30 Additional Players Exempt for 124th U.S. Open Championship 2013 U.S. Open champion Justin Rose and Will Zalatoris, the 2022 co-runner-up, among group that brings total to 83 LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (May 20, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that 30 additional golfers, including 2013 U.S. Open champion Justin Rose, have earned full... May 20, 2024 International Turfgrass Research Initiative Launched To Advance Worldwide Sustainability In Golf STOCKHOLM, Sweden, ST. ANDREWS, Scotland and LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., USA (May 20, 2024) – The Scandinavian Turfgrass and Environment Research Foundation (STERF), The R&A, the United States Golf... May 16, 2024 Joe Mauer and Larry Fitzgerald Jr. Named Honorary Co-Chairs of 124th U.S. Amateur Championship Twin Cities sporting legends to support world’s best amateur golfers at Hazeltine National this summer CHASKA, Minn. (May 8, 2024) – Joe Mauer, a first-ballot National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, and Larry Fitzgerald Jr., an 11-time National Football League (NFL) Pro Bowler, have been named... May 10, 2024 United States Golf Association Officially Opens Golf House Pinehurst Seven-acre campus dedicated to sharing the USGA’s work to unify, showcase, govern and advance the game of golf VILLAGE OF PINEHURST, N.C. (May 10, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today officially opened Golf House Pinehurst, its seven-acre campus located footsteps from the Pinehurst... May 6, 2024 USGA Partners with Carolinas Golf Community to Expand Greenkeeper Apprenticeship Program Through Five-Year, $1 Million Commitment U.S. Open giveback collaboration part of a four-pronged effort to elevate key opportunities in golf and invest in the Pinehurst community PINEHURST, N.C. (May 6, 2024) – Recognizing a critical need to expand both the workforce of golf course maintenance professionals and the training needed to advance a more sustainable game, the... May 2, 2024 Tiger Woods Accepts Special Exemption Into 124th U.S. Open Championship Nine-time USGA champion to make his 23rd U.S. Open appearance at Pinehurst LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (May 2, 2024) – The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced that three-time U.S. Open champion Tiger Woods has accepted a special exemption into the 124th U.S.... May 2, 2024 Bernhard Langer Among 11 Champions Exempt for 44th U.S. Senior Open at Newport Country Club USGA accepts 3,019 entries, the championship’s third-highest total LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (May 2, 2024) – Eleven champions, including two-time winner and defending champion Bernhard Langer, are among the 3,019 entries accepted by the United States Golf... 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