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The United States Golf Association oversees the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and other championships, the rules of golf, handicapping, sustainable course management, and more.
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USGA Members are essential to the success of our vision to create a more welcoming, sustainable and accessible game for all golfers. By funding research and innovation to foster the sustainability of golf courses. By supporting investments in junior golf. By preserving the heroes and history of the ...
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The USGA promotes and conserves the true spirit of the game of golf as embodied in its ancient and honorable traditions. It acts in the best interests of the game for the continued enjoyment of those who love and play it.
Get a Handicap - USGA
How to get a Handicap Index. Since its founding in 1920, the Green Section has led the USGA’s efforts to improve golf course playing conditions and sustainability through research, education, course consulting, technology tools and championship agronomy.
Handicapping Home - USGA
USGA, Golf Handicapping, Golf Handicap App, Handicap Golf, Handicap Index, Slope, Rating, World Handicap System
Peru's Lima Golf Club to Host 2026 Latin America Amateur - USGA
Jan 16, 2025 · The Masters Tournament, The R&A and the USGA today announced that the 11th Latin America Amateur Championship will be contested at Lima Golf Club in Lima, Peru. The dates of the championship are Jan. 15-18, 2026. Founded by the Masters Tournament, The R&A and the USGA in 2014, the Latin America ...
The USGA: About Us
The USGA promotes and conserves the true spirit of the game of golf as embodied in its ancient and honorable traditions. It acts in the best interests of the game for the continued enjoyment of those who love and play it.
USGA Member Benefits
The support of USGA members is essential in helping the USGA serve the game on both local and national levels. Members, like you, play a pivotal role in the growth and development of the game by funding USGA programs that benefit golfers everywhere. Your generosity directly contributes to the future ...
Top Par-3 Holes Among 2025 USGA Championship Venues
3 days ago · Oakmont Country Club (No. 8) During the 2007 U.S. Open, then-USGA CEO Mike Davis made the conscious decision to move the tee markers back on the downhill eighth hole at Oakmont Country Club, so it measured 300 yards, a first for a par 3 in the major championship.
2023 Rules of Golf Resources - USGA
Nov 7, 2022 · The USGA promotes and conserves the true spirit of the game of golf as embodied in its ancient and honorable traditions. It acts in the best interests of the game for the continued enjoyment of those who love and play it.