Over the past eight years, The USGA and The R&A have raised concern about distance increases and the long-term consequences of failing to address this consistent trend. Through a series of formal ...

View the upcoming events at the USGA Experience and World Golf Hall of Fame in Pinehurst, N.C.

1) Major Changes PowerPoint Presentation and Accompanying Videos: To download videos, click on link below, right click on video player, and select "save video as" option.

The following resources have been created to assist with the rollout of the USGA Handicap Review Tool. Additional documentation will be added periodically.

The following table depicts odds of a player shooting a net Score Differential or better based on their Handicap Index. It is a helpful resource to the Handicap Committee during their review of a ...

In 2014, the USGA celebrated its 120th anniversary as the national governing body for golf in the United States, its territories and Mexico. A lot of history has been made in the first 120 years, and ...

This listing identifies golf balls that have been tested and found to conform to the Rules of Golf as established by the United States Golf Association and The R &A in St. Andrews, Scotland. This List ...

The USGA is the game's governing body, dedicated to serving all golfers. The association is proud to include more than 8,000 country clubs, public, daily-fee and municipal golf courses, qualified ...

The Golf Handicap & Information Network® Presented by Sentry Insurance brings together golfers of all playing abilities with innovative products to drive engagement and bring out the best in your game ...

To expedite admission into the Championship, it is recommended that all prohibited items are safely stowed prior to arriving at the Championship. Please be sure to read the following list of ...

Adverse conditions such as heavy snows, spring thaws, prolonged rains or extreme heat can sometimes damage the course or prevent use of heavy mowing equipment. When such conditions are widespread on ...

Michael (Mike) Whan joined the USGA as its chief executive officer (CEO) on July 1, 2021, becoming its eighth chief executive. As CEO, Whan leads the USGA team and their work to champion and advance ...