Growth Of The Game

National Women's Golf Alliance launched to serve women golfers

Niehoff — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

"The National Women's Golf Alliance represents a grass roots effort by women to bring an even better golf experience to women," said Pam Swensen, CEO of the EWGA. "It is thrilling to be a part of this historical coming together of women's groups to speak with one voice in helping to guide golf facilities to better meet the needs of their female customers, while enhancing their bottom line revenues." read more

Robert Trent Jones II releases 10-point Public Golf Proclamation

tim — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Chairman and Master Architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr.: "We will continue to design the best possible courses -- from private to resort to municipal layouts -- for our many and varied clients. But we believe that golf should also be easily affordable and accessible to everyone who wishes to play it." read more

Ron Kuwata earns President's Plaque for growth-of-the-game efforts

Emmy Moore Minister — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

"I am humbled to receive this award, an honor I share with our entire staff at Sevillano Links," stated PGA Head Golf Professional Ron Kuwata. "Reaching out to the community is a great part of our mission, and we do so by providing quality golf programs for local golfers as well as for our resort stay-and-play guests." read more

PGA and USGA encourage golfers to enjoy golf and Tee it Forward

tammy@aldaycommunications.com — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

"These golfers told us that they found golf more enjoyable by playing courses at shorter lengths than usual. At the end of the day, that's what we want," said PGA of America President Allen Wronowski. read more

Transatlantic Team Challenge aims to broaden U.S. participation

1mullers1 — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"The prospect of widening the accessibility to the U.S amateur is very exciting. We have always wanted to extend the participation levels in the U.S.," said Ian Mulcrone, director at Golf Frontiers. read more

Donna Orender to lead Golf 2.0's "Connecting with Her" strategy

tim — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"The PGA is thrilled to retain Donna Orender to lead in the strategic development of our 'Connecting with Her' initiative for Golf 2.0," said Darrell Crall, PGA senior director, Golf 2.0, for The PGA of America. read more

National Alliance for Accessible Golf moves forward with new logo

tim — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"The Alliance has evolved since its inception and our new logo reflects our commitment to educating the golf, therapeutic recreation and rehabilitation industries," said President Betsy Clark. read more

England's Ramsdale Park Golf Centre juniors program given grant

Landmark Media — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"Receiving this grant is fantastic news for the golf centre as it aids us in continuing the hard work we have been putting in helping young people," said Nick Birch, Ramsdale Park Golf Centre General Manager. read more

Central Carolina Junior Championship makes golf more accessible

rgerard — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

The North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation has announced that the entry fee for the 36- hole nationally ranked Central Carolina Junior Championship has been set at $75. Held at the private, members-only 12 Oaks Club in Holly Springs, North Carolina, the event is open to all junior golfers. read more

Inaugural "Missouri Golf Day" at the Jefferson City Country Club

mary.oberreither@ded.mo.gov — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

In addition to Joe Steranka and Ozzie Smith, Missouri Golf Day 2011 includes special guests Thomas J. O'Toole Jr, vice president of the USGA; plus other state, regional and national representatives. read more

North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation benefits junior golfers

rgerard — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"Many parents have been seeking alternatives to higher priced local and regional junior tours during the school year. Local and regional tours help a child stay sharp," said Bob Gerard, a Board member of the NCJGF. read more

Non-profit USGLL organization working to expand golf nationwide

USGLL — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"The USGLL is very professional and the kids pick up on that. Their etiquette is excellent and we're happy to see each and every one of them," said Judy Smith, co-owner of Sugarloaf Golf Club in Pennsylvania. read more

TGA Premier Junior Golf's 2,400 facilities welcome school year

tjaj68 — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"One of the great ways to grow the game is to bring golf to the masses and provide programs that are affordable and accessible for students and their families," said Joshua Jacobs, TGA's founder and CEO. read more

British Golf Industry Association supports grow golf initiatives

Landmark Media — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"We are delighted to be involved," said Doug Poole, British Golf Industry Association chairman. "A nationwide collective approach is needed to really make a difference in the UK." read more

Malaysia dominates 2011 international SNAG golf tournament

snaggolf — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700

"SNAG is being used every day to teach children around the world that otherwise wouldn't have the opportunity to learn this sport," said Kelly McCammon, vice president of SNAG Golf. "The goal of the International SNAG tournament is to show that golf can be a more inclusive sport by allowing anyone of any skill level to play, have fun and have success." read more