More golfers maintained handicap indexes, and they posted more scores than ever in the World Handicap System. Which states ...

The governing bodies of golf are asking manufacturers and stakeholders whether a staggered approach or single date is better ...

June 11 - Despite opposition from professional players, USGA commissioner Mike Whan said Wednesday that the governing body is "full speed ahead" on its plan to "roll back" the golf ball. Whan spoke ...

The United States Golf Association announced it will host two national championships in 2028 and 2034 at SentryWorld in Stevens Point.

The USGA has received a donation of memorabilia related to Charlie Sifford, a pioneer of the game who was the first Black player to compete on the PGA Tour and the first Black member inducted into the ...

In 2025, artifacts added to the USGA Golf Museum & Library vast collection originated from three different centuries and included everything from iconic artwork to items used by USGA champions. These ...

USGA's Thomas Pagel says it's reviewing potential concerns over the phase-in of the change in the ball distance test ...

Ellen Fuson Port, who attended North Kansas City High School and now lives in St. Louis, has been honored as the recipient of the U.S. Golf Association’s Bob Jones Award for 2026. The award, amateur ...

The USGA Experience will host a casual paint and sip night on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 5-7 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy a glass of wine while receiving step-by-step ...

Judy Bell, the USGA’s first female president, died Monday at her home in Colorado. She was 89 years old. Bell was an accomplished amateur golfer and businesswoman who served as USGA president from ...

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