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🏌️‍♀️ The World of Competitive Golf

Golf is more than just a game, it’s a global community fueled by prestigious associations and iconic tournaments. Whether you’re aiming to join a professional body, understand how to get an official handicap, or dream of playing at Augusta, this page is your gateway into the structured side of golf.

Explore how top organizations shape the sport, discover the most watched tournaments in the world, and learn what it takes to be part of them, as a player or a passionate follower.

🏛️ Major Golf Associations You Should Know

Understanding the key organizations behind the game helps you stay informed, get involved, and even start competing.
Here are the major golf associations shaping the sport:

United States Golf Association USGA

🇺🇸 United States Golf Association (USGA)

• Oversees golf rules, handicapping, and major tournaments in the U.S.
• Organizes the U.S. Open and over a dozen national championships.
• Offers membership benefits like official GHIN Handicap, rule books, and access to regional events.

The RA Golf

🌍 The R&A

• The R&A (Royal & Ancient) is the governing body for golf outside the U.S. and Mexico.
• Co-authors the Rules of Golf with the USGA.
• Organizes The Open Championship and a variety of amateur and women’s tournaments.
• Promotes global golf development and sustainability.

PGA of America Golf

🧑‍🏫 PGA of America

• Represents golf professionals (teaching pros, club pros) across the U.S.
• Runs the PGA Championship and co-hosts the Ryder Cup.
• Focuses on instruction, community programs, and growing the game.

Ladies Professional Golf Association LPGA

👩 Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA)

• World-leading organization for women’s professional golf.
• Operates the LPGA Tour, LPGA Teaching & Club Pro division, and Girls Golf youth program.
• Advocates for equity and opportunity in golf.

🏆 The Biggest Tournaments in Golf

These are the events where legends are made. From iconic green jackets to pressure-packed putts, here are the most prestigious golf tournaments every player dreams of winning (or watching live).

Tournament Organizer Played In Notable Facts Who Can Enter
U.S. Open (Men’s) USGA June Challenging setups and open qualifiers Pros and amateurs (via qualifying)
The Open Championship The R&A July Oldest major, iconic UK courses Pros and qualifiers worldwide
PGA Championship PGA of America May Strongest field of any major Top pros, select PGA professionals
Ryder Cup PGA & European Tour Sept (Biennial) Team USA vs Europe, pride over prize Team selection only
Chevron Championship LPGA April First women’s major of the year LPGA pros and qualifiers
KPMG Women’s PGA Championship LPGA / PGA of America June Premier women’s competition LPGA players
U.S. Women’s Open USGA May–June Oldest U.S. women’s major Pros and amateurs (via qualifying)
AIG Women’s Open The R&A August Equivalent to men's Open Top women golfers globally
Amundi Evian Championship LPGA / LET July Held in France, major since 2013 LPGA and LET qualifiers

📅 Golf Tournament Schedule

May

2025

MAY 8 - 11

Truist Championship

The Philadelphia Cricket Club, Philadelphia, PA

Truist Championship

PURSE

$20,000,000

FEDEXCUP

700 pts

PREVIOUS WINNER 🏆

Rory McIlroy

ETC

ETC

MAY 8 - 11

Myrtle Beach Classic

Dunes Golf and Beach Club, Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach Classic

PURSE

$4,000,000

FEDEXCUP

300 pts

PREVIOUS WINNER 🏆

Chris Gotterup

ETC

ETC

MAY 15 - 18

PGA Championship

Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC

PGA Championship

PURSE

$18,000,000

FEDEXCUP

750 pts

PREVIOUS WINNER 🏆

Xander Schauffele

ETC

ETC

MAY 22 - 25

Charles Schwab Challenge

Colonial Country Club, Fort Worth, TX

Charles Schwab Challenge

PURSE

$8,900,000

FEDEXCUP

500 pts

PREVIOUS WINNER 🏆

Davis Riley

ETC

ETC

MAY 29 -JUNE 1

The Memorial Tournament

Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin, OH

The Memorial Tournament

PURSE

$20,000,000

FEDEXCUP

700 pts

PREVIOUS WINNER 🏆

Scottie Scheffler

ETC

ETC

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