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 ...

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

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 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 ...

Mike Austin‘s impressive 515-yard drive in 1974 raised eyebrows regarding setting a ceiling on golfers’ shot distance. Bryson ...

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

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 ...

The USGA has been looking for a new television deal once its current contract with NBC expires in 2027. And after exploring the market, it appears like the US Open and other championship events aren’t ...

In 1955, Olin Mathieson’s golf team included Buzz Taylor, the future USGA president ...

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